as in nurseries
a school for children who are generally less than five years old
children excited about starting preschool
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Recent Examples of preschools
Those include oversight and funding of preschools, childcare centers, home visiting and early intervention programs.
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Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
As in most preschools, the majority of Simmons’ teachers do not have college degrees.
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Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Educational Enrichment Systems was looking for entry-level support teachers for its preschools in Vista, Chula Vista, National City and Linda Vista.
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Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
Kate was welcomed by thousands in Reggio Emilia's city square, toured the Loris Malaguzzi International Centre to see the Reggio Emilia philosophy's hub for herself and visited two preschools, among other engagements, during her two-day stay.
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Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Residents of Reggio Emilia said Wednesday they were honored the princess had chosen their city and its public preschools for her first visit since her remission.
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Silvia Stellacci,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
The school, one of the district’s final two parent participation preschools, was identified for closure because of the district’s ongoing fiscal crisis.
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Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
The national institute outlines 10 quality benchmarks for preschools, related to teacher training, class size and curriculum.
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Moriah Balingit,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
The national institute outlines 10 quality benchmarks for preschools, related to teacher training, class size and curriculum.
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Moriah Balingit,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
As in most preschools, the majority of Simmons’ teachers do not have college degrees.
—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Educational Enrichment Systems was looking for entry-level support teachers for its preschools in Vista, Chula Vista, National City and Linda Vista.
—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
Kate was welcomed by thousands in Reggio Emilia's city square, toured the Loris Malaguzzi International Centre to see the Reggio Emilia philosophy's hub for herself and visited two preschools, among other engagements, during her two-day stay.
—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Residents of Reggio Emilia said Wednesday they were honored the princess had chosen their city and its public preschools for her first visit since her remission.
—
Silvia Stellacci,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
The school, one of the district’s final two parent participation preschools, was identified for closure because of the district’s ongoing fiscal crisis.
—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
The national institute outlines 10 quality benchmarks for preschools, related to teacher training, class size and curriculum.
—
Moriah Balingit,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
The national institute outlines 10 quality benchmarks for preschools, related to teacher training, class size and curriculum.
—
Moriah Balingit,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preschools
nurseries
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While many gardeners choose to purchase young trees from nurseries, growing a cherry tree from its seed can be a rewarding experience.
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Through behind-the-scenes glimpses of coral nurseries, reef restoration projects and marine life encounters, Hi-c hopes to introduce more people to an underwater world many never have the opportunity to see for themselves.
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“Preschools.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preschools. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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