About – The Children's Museum

The Children’s Museum Preschool

Where Learning is Child’s Play

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Welcome to Our Preschool

At The Children’s Museum Preschool, every day is filled with laughter, friendship, and hands-on adventures. Our classrooms buzz with creativity and curiosity, and our community celebrates every child’s individuality. Families are part of the journey too — with events, museum experiences, and memories to last a lifetime. At our preschool, every class is a cozy crew of just 10 kids, guided by one lead teacher and a helpful assistant—so every little explorer gets plenty of attention!

Call our director Julie today for a tour: (860) 523-7449

Why Our Preschool?

A quick look at what sets us apart:

NAEYC Accredited Early Learning Program

Play-based curriculum grounded in research

Experienced, degreed teachers

Monthly museum and wildlife sanctuary visits

Special visits from community helpers like firefighters, police officers, and more

Exciting field trips to engaging locations

Family events including our Pancake Supper & Year-End Picnic

Museum Family Membership for your household

Most importantly — children come home happy and excited every day!

Our Approach

We follow a play-based learning model supported by the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards. Education through play creates joyful, meaningful learning experiences, and we tailor every activity to each child’s strengths and areas for growth.

Cognition
Social & Emotional Development
Physical Health
Language & Literacy
Creative Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies

2025 Tuition & Schedules

Part-Time Preschool

Monday – Friday | 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
$290/week
Tuition due weekly or monthly
5-day program; classroom placement reserved for your child

Full-Time Preschool

Monday – Friday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
$350/week
Tuition due weekly or monthly
5-day program; classroom placement reserved for your child

💡 Care4Kids subsidies available

Join Our Preschool Family

We can’t wait to welcome you and your child to our community! Schedule a tour today to see our classrooms, meet our teachers, and explore our museum. Contact our director Julie for more information.

180 Mohegan Drive, West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 523-7449

jbostrom@thechildrensmuseumct.org