At Peppermint Patty's, we believe that children should be exposed to hands-on activities throughout the day. Learning starts with that first small step, taken with confidence and pride. Along the way, our children are instilled with social graces, discipline, respect for themselves, the environment, and the center.
Peppermint Patty's is Shawnee's only continuous preschool education since 1960. We have been KDHE licensed since 1978.
Our outdoor play space is larger than any center in the metro area. We wave wooden play areas, climbing structures, swings, and sliding poles. We have an abundant amount of grass space to play kickball, soccer, or just run. Also a paved area to ride bikes and play basketball.
All meals prepared on site with an emphasis on child-friendly foods. We provide lunch and 2 snacks for toddler age and older. There is an optional breakfast plan available (fee available on request). Infants have their individualized feeding and nap schedules.
Cultivating an infant's curiosity creates active learners. Infant care is an important first step to reaching developmental milestones. Our caring staff give each child the individual care that they require to meet their changing needs. Feeding, napping, and interacting with teachers and peers is vital to a child's emerging social development. Daily parent communication is also an essential part of an infant's day,
Every toddler is unique. The most appropriate care occurs in an environment that feels like home where children are free to explore and teachers encourage their emerging interests. Using the five senses is the most natural way for toddlers to learn.
We recognize that children learn about their world primarily through exploration and play. Through exploration and play, children gain opportunities to understand concepts, solve problems, develop creativity, practice motor skills, gain self confidence, develop relationships, and improve communication skills. Since children are naturally curious and have an innate love of learning, we design our day to encourage this motivation to learn and develop in a self-directed manner.
Please call the center for part-time rates. Part-time is full day only, less than 5 days attendance. Very limited availability.
Please call the center for part-time rates. Part-time is full day only, less than 5 days attendance. Very limited availability.
Please call the center for part-time rates. Part-time is full day only, less than 5 days attendance. Very limited availability.
registration fee due upon enrollment & annually $100/$150 family, summer activity fee toddler and older
It usually takes my son a while to get used to new places and people, but he warmed up in less than a week. We've been going to Peppermint Patty's for almost a month now and everything has been great. I get a report at pickup on how he did, all his diaper changes, and a list of everything that he ate for the day. The place smells clean. I never smell dirty diapers or pee, which is surprising because it is a daycare. It's always well organized. Audra and Alyssa seem to really care about my son.
" We love sending our toddler to Peppermint Patty's! She has been attending for over 6 months now, and has made friends with her classmates as well as all the teachers! She puts her backpack on each morning and is so excited to go see everyone. We love all the fun themes that the kids participate in each week, and love to see what kind of projects she will bring home. We really appreciate how the teachers keep parents involved by providing a monthly newsletter, and occasional pictures of their fun activities. We are looking forward to watching our daughter's continued growth and learning at Peppermint Patty's."
"My grandchildren have been with Peppermint Patty's for over a year now and I am so happy with their developmental progress! The staff create fun, educational activities that reinforce the basics. The facility is spacious and clean. Kindness and good manners are reinforced in a positive way. The playground is like a park, with plenty of things to play on and with. They keep the children engaged and excited about new experiences and learning. The 2 year old is singing her ABC's and can count to 10 in English and Spanish! THANK YOU to the staff at Peppermint Patty's for continuing to care about my girl's development in a supportive and professional way!
" All three of my kids have attended Peppermint Patty's. We have been there 3.5 years and have been very pleased with the care our children receive. They enjoy going to school every day and love the teachers. My oldest went into kindergarten well prepared from what she learned at Peppermint Patty's. I love that they have such a large, open playground for the kids to have imaginative play. Liz Has been so nice to work with and has been flexible with our family's needs."
"My son has learned a lot here and grown so much. I can't even count how many projects they do, their themes are fun and engaging. They also have play time and do fun activities based on the seasons. I wouldn't just leave my child with people I don't trust and I trust him here."
"The new director has worked for the company for just over five years as a teacher and is one of the favorites here by parents and children. She is more approachable and professional and always willing to lend a helping hand. "
"It is very stressful trying to find reliable child care and luckily we have found it. Our daughter has been attending this preschool for over 2 years and has excelled in all levels, from being completely potty trained and being able to recite all her ABC's and count to 30, knowing shapes and every week is a new curriculum, I know she will be ready for kindergarten, which is a huge relief. If you are looking for a class room setting for your little one, you have found it!! I was also surprised when we had our first parent teacher conference (which are twice a year) to go over our child's growth, that was very cool! My favorite part about this preschool is the huge play area and the outside time the kids are allowed to have! It is really sad to drive by a preschool with a small play area tucked in a parking lot, not here, at Peppermint you have over an acre of back yard that is always well monitored. We could not be happier!!"
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