Frequently Asked Questions About Leap Ahead Preschool and Child Care

Learn more about enrollment, tuition, classroom ratios, curriculum, outdoor learning, and daily life at Leap Ahead Preschool. We provide preschool, daycare, infant care, toddler care, and Pre-K for families in Boise, Meridian, and throughout the Treasure Valley.

Enrollment & General Information

What ages do you accept?

Leap Ahead Preschool welcomes children from 6 weeks through 5 years of age. We proudly serve families from Boise, Meridian, and throughout the Treasure Valley with separate infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms designed for each stage of early childhood development.

What are your hours?

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM.

Can I drop off or pick up at any time?

Yes! Families may drop off and pick up anytime during our operating hours.

Where are you located?

Leap Ahead Preschool is conveniently located in Boise near the Meridian city line, at Overland Road and Five Mile Road. We proudly serve families from Boise, Meridian, and the surrounding Treasure Valley.

Ratios & Staff

What are your teacher-to-child ratios?

Infants: 1:4

1-year-olds: 1:5
2-year-olds: 1:6
3 & 4-year-olds: 1:10
5-year-olds: 1:12

Tell me about your teachers.

Every teacher passes a background check, maintains CPR and First Aid certification, and completes IdahoSTARS training annually. Many have years of experience, and several hold Early Childhood Education degrees.

Curriculum & Learning

What curriculum do you use?

We use Experience Early Learning, Zoo-Phonics, and Handwriting Without Tears to prepare children for kindergarten through hands-on learning.

What makes Leap Ahead Preschool different?

Families choose us for our outdoor learning, natural playground, gardening, chickens, mud kitchen, small class sizes, individualized attention, experienced teachers, screen-free environment, and loving environment.

Outdoor Play

Do children play outside?

Yes! Outdoor learning is an important part of every day whenever weather and air quality permit.

Communication & Security

How do you communicate with parents?

We use Brightwheel for daily photos, videos, messages, updates, and announcements.

Tuition & Payments

How do tuition payments work?

Tuition is prepaid. Invoices are sent Thursday through Brightwheel and are due Monday.

School Life

Do you celebrate birthdays?

Yes! Store-purchased treats are welcome.

Do you celebrate holidays?

Yes! We celebrate many holidays with themed activities, crafts, games, and parties.