Earned the highest curriculum score in Mason. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Mason. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
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childcare
Little Schoolhouse Preschool in Mason, Ohio is a Christ-centered, developmentally-focused preschool offering classroom options from infant through pre-K with low class ratios (10:2 to 14:2 by age group). The center holds Ohio Step Up to Quality Gold accreditation and emphasizes kindergarten preparation through a holistic curriculum spanning intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth. For older children, a STEM Enrichment Day program allows 4-5 year-olds to explore targeted focus areas. Operating morning-only hours (9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 9:00 AM–1:00 PM), the center tuition ranges from $225–$300 per month and maintains low ratios by employing lead teachers with college degrees or early childhood development certificates supported by bi-annual professional development.
Safety5.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion6.0
Management8.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Christ-centered, holistic developmental approach embracing intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth. Younger classes emphasize social/emotional/spiritual growth, transitioning to academic concepts (math, science, social studies, language/literacy) through hands-on learning in pre-K.
Programs & activities: Optional Enrichment Day add-on, a STEM-focused program for 4-5 year-olds to explore focus areas of interest.
What sets it apart: Small class ratios (e.g., 10:2, 12:2, 14:2); tuition $225-$300/month depending on program and days; lead teachers hold a college degree or early childhood development certificate with staff receiving 25 hours of professional development bi-annually; morning-only hours (9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-1:00pm); no transportation or before/after school programs.
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