Preschool & Pre-K in Burley, Idaho
Montessori-inspired, play-based classrooms for ages 3 to 5, where curiosity leads and kindergarten readiness follows naturally, with full-day hours working families need.
Preschool-age kiddos are hungry to learn. They ask 'why?' about everything and dive into play with their whole hearts. Our Montessori-inspired classrooms in Burley are built for that hunger: hands-on materials, self-directed choices, and teachers who guide rather than drill.
Pre-K is where it all comes together. We go beyond letters and numbers to build the executive function, self-regulation, and social skills research shows matter most for school, so your child walks into kindergarten confident, curious, and ready. Families from Burley, Heyburn, Rupert, Paul, and across Mini Cassia choose Lorraines because kindergarten prep here comes with full-day care that fits real work schedules.
The Environment
- Montessori-inspired classrooms with prepared shelves of real materials
- Pre-reading, pre-math, and science woven into play and projects
- Group time for stories, songs, and classroom community
- Dramatic play, art, and building areas that stretch imaginations
- Daily outdoor play on our shaded acre, plus the huge indoor gym
- Calm, consistent routines that build focus and independence
Preschool classrooms here hum with purpose: kids choosing work, teachers guiding quietly, and learning that feels like play because that's how young brains learn best.
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What Parents Can Expect
Start the conversation
Call (208) 670-8823 or send the form. Tell us your child's age and when you'd like to start, and we'll talk openings and ICCP.
Visit the classrooms
Tour with your child, peek at the hands-on materials, and meet the teachers who'll know your kiddo by name.
Settle in gently
Most preschoolers jump right in. We ease transitions gently and keep you posted every day.
Watch the growth
Portfolios, progress notes, and parent conversations, so kindergarten readiness is visible, not a mystery.
Graduate with confidence
Pre-K grads head to kindergarten prepared, and can return for school-age care with bus pickup from Burley-area schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages do preschool and Pre-K cover?
Preschool-age care covers about 3 to 4 years old, and Pre-K is our 4-to-5-year-old kindergarten prep classroom. Kids move up based on readiness, not just birthdays.
Is it play-based or academic?
Both, on purpose. Young children learn best through play, so letters, numbers, and science show up inside games, stories, and projects. Pre-K adds more structure as kindergarten gets closer.
What does Montessori-inspired mean here?
Children choose meaningful work from prepared shelves, teachers guide rather than direct, and kids build focus and independence at their own pace. We blend that philosophy with warm, play-based group life.
Will my child be ready for kindergarten?
That's Pre-K's whole job: literacy and numeracy foundations, plus the self-regulation and social skills research says matter most. We track progress with portfolios and share it with you.
Is there a full-day option?
Yes. Our center is open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and preschool families get full-day care, meals included, which half-day-only preschools can't offer working parents.
Do you accept ICCP?
Yes. Lorraines is a licensed Idaho provider and accepts ICCP, which helps eligible working families cover a portion of child care costs. Call (208) 670-8823 and we'll walk you through it.
Come See It for Yourself
The best way to know if Lorraines is right for your kiddo is to walk the rooms, meet the teachers, and watch the kids play. Tours are always welcome, call ahead or send us a note.