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Choosing where your child spends their first years of school is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. In Utah County, families typically weigh two options: a publicly funded charter preschool or a private preschool that operates independently....

The morning of your child's first preschool day arrives faster than you expect. You have packed the bag, picked out the outfit, and rehearsed your cheerful goodbye — and yet, standing at the door, you may feel every bit as nervous as your little one. That mix of...

When to Start Preschool: A Guide for Utah County Parents Few parenting decisions feel as weighty as choosing when and where to send your child to preschool for the first time. Parents in Utah County ask the same questions every spring and summer as enrollment season...

About the AuthorMikelle Despain Author at Kids Village Mikelle Despain has contributed expert articles on early childhood education to Kids Village for over a decade. With a background in child care and child development, as well as firsthand experience as a mother of...

Choosing a preschool is a big decision. When you tour a school, you are not just looking at a classroom or checking a box on your to-do list; you are trying to picture your child there every day — learning, making friends, building confidence, and feeling safe and...

At Kids Village, a private preschool and K-3 school in Orem, we deeply value patriotism and take pride in teaching our students to appreciate the sacrifices and contributions made by servicemen and women. Veterans Day provides a wonderful opportunity to introduce...