three year olds
When you choose Kiddie Karrasel Academy for your three-year-old, you can feel confident they're building the confidence and skills they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond. We're committed to honoring both the structure they're ready for and the play they still need.
THE KKA DIFFERENCE
Building on a strong foundation
This classroom builds on the trusting relationships and secure attachments formed in earlier years, giving your child a confident launching point for new growth.
School-readiness meets play-based learning
We offer a more structured environment focused on school-readiness skills, while still honoring the power of play as a foundation for learning.
Growing independence and confidence
Children are supported as they develop greater independence, self-help skills, and confidence in trying new things, alongside meaningful, more mature relationships with peers and caregivers.
Potty training — we've got you
Your child does not need to be potty trained to enroll. We believe every child reaches this milestone in their own time, and caregivers work closely with you to create a plan that fits your child's pace and your family's needs.
Real-time parent communication
Our app keeps you connected to your child's day — activities, milestones, and growth toward school readiness — so you're always in the loop as they prepare for this next big step.
"We had a few stops in our childcare journey before landing here and I can say that nowhere brought us the level of confidence and peace of mind that KKA has. Our children are cared for, encouraged, challenged, and nurtured every day."
— Brett & Jordan
MORNING PRESCHOOL PROGRAM (9:00–11:30 AM): Children take part in circle time, group activities, art, music, sensory play, and outdoor time, along with a healthy morning snack. Preschool is included at no extra cost for children enrolled full time.
ARRIVAL (7:00–9:00 AM): Caregivers warmly greet children and families. A healthy breakfast is offered for early arrivals before 7:30 AM, followed by free play, table activities, outdoor time, or quiet exploration.
A Glimpse of a Typical Day
MIDDAY ROUTINE: A healthy lunch is followed by bathroom routines and a restful afternoon rest time, with each child having their own designated rest space.
LATE AFTERNOON & PICK-UP (until 5:30 PM): The day winds down with quiet activities, stories, and casual play as families arrive to pick up their children.
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES: After rest, children enjoy a healthy snack, then move into free choice play, caregiver-led activities, music, books, and outdoor exploration when weather permits.
The environment as the third teacher: Every classroom is intentionally designed to feel natural, home-like, safe, and welcoming — with purposeful learning centers like dramatic play, sensory tables, art studios, reading nooks, block areas, and nature exploration stations.
Outdoor & nature-based learning: Our fenced, age-separated outdoor spaces extend the classroom into fresh air, encouraging daily physical activity, nature exploration, and creative play.
Music and movement woven throughout the day: From circle time to transitions to active play, music supports language development, emotional regulation, creativity, and joy — alongside daily gross motor and fitness activities that build strong bodies and minds.
Low ratios, degreed teachers: We maintain staff-to-child ratios that meet or exceed Iowa licensing and NAEYC standards, and our teachers hold degrees in early childhood education, bringing real expertise to every interaction.
Intentional lesson planning — preschool included free: Every week, our teachers build purposeful curriculum around classroom goals, children's interests, and developmental needs. Best of all, preschool is included at no extra cost for our full-time families — and available as a stand-alone option for families who only need preschool hours.
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