Synonyms of preschool

preschool

noun

ˈprē-ˌskül 

as in nursery

a school for children who are generally less than five years old

children excited about starting preschool

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nursery
• crèche
• prekindergarten
• nursery school
• pre-K
• day nursery

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preschool

Arriaga’s relative brought her to Hemphill’s practice, Cuddle Kids Dental Care, after a teacher at Arriaga’s preschool suggested the girl might have a tongue tie due to her having issues with pronouncing certain letters, according to the warrant. — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

The dual-sided Saatva Youth Mattress is built to accommodate children from preschool through the tween years. — ABC News, 7 July 2026

Preschoolers Families of kids heading to preschool should focus on routines and separation readiness, according to McElhaney. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 July 2026

George begun his schooling at a Montessori preschool in Norfolk when William and Kate lived mostly at Anmer Hall, their home on the royal family's Sandringham estate. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026