Curriculum
Licensed Preschool in Nebraska
Where Children Ages 3–4 Discover, Play, and Grow.
Confident starts begin here
The Preschool Rhythm that Grows Language, Friendships, and Confidence
Calm, joyful days that end with a proud smile at pickup and the growth you’ll notice at the dinner table.
Preschoolers are natural explorers. We nurture their curiosity through rich play experiences and small-group activities and build language, early math, and science understanding in a joyful, supportive environment. Each day, children develop social-emotional skills such as sharing, cooperating, and making friends, setting the stage for lifelong learning. Our gentle 6:00 AM–6:00 PM rhythm includes outdoor time, creative centers, and cozy rest so children feel secure and happy. The result: calm routines, joyful learning, and a child eager to return.
Playful Days with Real Purpose
Where discovery is at the heart of every moment, caring guidance shapes character, and joyful routines lead to confident growth.
Our preschoolers are filled with wonder each day. Through play-based adventures, children ages 3–4 grow vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and early print recognition. Hands-on activities spark early math and science concepts, while projects and sensory play strengthen motor skills. Laughter, movement, and music create an atmosphere where your child feels safe to try and celebrate new skills.
With small class sizes and a warm 1:10 teacher-to-child ratio, your child will always feel noticed, valued, and encouraged. And the best part? You’ll see their confidence bloom, at pickup, bedtime, and all the joyful stories they share with you at home.
With small class sizes and a warm 1:10 teacher-to-child ratio, your child will always feel noticed, valued, and encouraged. And the best part? You’ll see their confidence bloom, at pickup, bedtime, and all the joyful stories they share with you at home.
Supported Together, Every Day
Family partnership, gentle guidance, and inclusive support for every unique child.
At this critical stage, we work with families to support each child’s growth. Expect open daily communication through Lillio and opportunities to join in classroom fun or events. In class, children thrive with clearly taught routines and positive, loving guidance that helps them transform big feelings into skills such as patience, empathy, and sharing.
We personalize care for allergies, dietary needs, or developmental supports, and our educators have specialized training in early childhood best practices, First Aid, and CPR. Your child will feel safe, known, and capable, while your family knows you have a true partner.
We personalize care for allergies, dietary needs, or developmental supports, and our educators have specialized training in early childhood best practices, First Aid, and CPR. Your child will feel safe, known, and capable, while your family knows you have a true partner.
A Child Care Plan That Works As Hard As You Do
A Step Ahead Childcare offers great value for families looking for full service, developmental child care.
Whether you need full time weekly childcare or help for a few days a week or summer and holiday school breaks to keep your elementary age child ahead of the curve, we’ve got you covered. Every family’s needs are a little different and that is why we created programs that work with you and your child to give you the availability and schedule you need to succeed.
Full-time Child Care
Preschool & Pre-K (3yrs+)
Tuition
$251/week
Fee
$7.53
Total
$258.53 /week
This is the best value for families who need full time childcare (5 days) each and every week. You have a guaranteed spot for your child(ren) every day each week (including summer and all school breaks / holidays) and offers the lowest cost per day.
Seasonal & Part-time Child Care
Part-time (3d) - Preschool & PreK
Tuition
$228/week
Fee
$6.84
Total
$234.84/week
This is the best value for families who have needs for up to 3 days a week but still need reliable childcare each and every week. This option can be a great savings, but we only have a few of these spots in each age range so please call each center directly to inquire about part-time availability. We do not have a part-time rate for our School Age.
Applicable Discounts!
- Discounts apply for full-time students only
- Discounts may not be combined
Direct
Bank Payment
0
%
2+ Children
Enrolled
(Discount on oldest child only)
$
0
/wk
Military Parent /
Family
(Each child)
$
0
/wk
A Mother’s Story
" It’s Like Family "
Why Choose Us
We Are Happy to Assist Our Local Communities Now and in the Future
Your child will fall in love with learning at Step Ahead Child Care and Education Center.
We create a healthy, safe environment conducive to help them be themselves. It is our mission to offer children in Bellevue, Millard, Louisville, and Springfield everything they need for their cognitive development. Need to get your kid ready for the new school year? We can help!
We Teach Children to Work and Grow Together
Our facility is designed to offer your child the space to grow, share, and be themselves.
A Step Ahead Millard
- 2634 S 158th Plaza
- (402) 698-0118
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Springfield
- 850 Park Dr
- (402) 809-7458
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Omaha
- 10828 John Galt Blvd #200
- (402) 744-6112
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A Step Ahead Bellevue
- 2007 Smith Rd
- (402) 986-6885
- Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM