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[quote=Anonymous]I've been doing some extensive research on this recently and I can't speak on the overall educational experience until I go and check it out myself.  So far, all of the preschools I have seen (with the exception of DC public schools) are run like academic institutions -- meaning you have to apply, have an interview, a playdate judging session, and then they let you know if you're accepted or not. Open houses for these schools start in the fall with acceptance letters going out in March. Most aren't 8-6 but some offer before/after school to get you there. Daycares, on the other hand, have waitlists -- meaning there is no real assessment of whether your child will be a good fit. Unless there's something blatantly wrong with you or your little one you pay the application fee and you go to the bottom of the list. It's a first come first served scenario. Daycares will run from at least 8-6 included in your monthly payment. Again, I'll let you know my impressions and comparison of the curriculum/education, teachers, etc. once I have a chance to tour them in the fall. For the record, my LO is currently in "daycare," but I wouldn't hesitate to keep him there or move him if I thought he could have a more enriching experience at a "preschool". I'll be able to make that assessment in a few months...  [/quote]

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