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Exceptional Preschool in Olathe, KS
Canterbury Academy at Prairie Ridge is conveniently located near the intersection of College Boulevard and S Ridgeview Rd in Olathe, Kansas. We first opened our doors in August 2007 and we strive every day to create an enriching environment where your child will thrive.
Our trained, qualified, and caring staff takes a hands-on approach to learning and provides quality programming and dedicated teachers for children from ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our students are encouraged to be active and creative explorers, as well as independent, self-confident and inquisitive learners. Each child is treated as an individual and encouraged to progress at his or her natural ability while still reaching desired age-level goals.
Preschool Programs Offered:
- Infant Daycare (ages 6 weeks to 1 year)
- Toddler Daycare (ages 1 to 2.5)
- Preschool (ages 2.5 to 4)
- Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4 to 5)
Our Philosophy
Our primary objective at Canterbury Academy is to provide the most enriching environment to facilitate a child’s development. We believe that every child has the ability to learn and to teach, and that a child who enjoys learning will always seek challenges in life. Our programs are based upon the Montessori principles of self-direction and experiential education. We promote a thoughtful and sensitive atmosphere in each classroom, and we support cooperation between children as they learn from one another.
What Makes Us Unique
Canterbury Academy schools are known for our warmly decorated, homelike environment. Our family-friendly policy is one that welcomes parent visits any time of the day. We host monthly events and parties celebrating major holidays that create a fun, celebratory feel on campus.
We also offer age-appropriate playgrounds and outdoor learning environments. Breakfast and a hot, nutritious lunch is made on-premises by our full-time cook and served each day along with regularly scheduled snacks.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer
Big Fun. Little Players. Growing Confidence.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer is a high-energy enrichment program designed to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate soccer play. Led by the teachers your child already knows and trusts, it’s seamlessly built into the school day.
Program Highlights:
Designed for ages 3–5
12-week program (once per week)
40–50 minute sessions
Builds balance, coordination, and motor skills
Encourages listening, teamwork, and confidence
Integrated into your child’s daily schedule
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
Getting To Our Preschool
Located at 11197 S Ambassador St, Olathe, KS 66061, our center sits in north Olathe near College Boulevard and S Ridgeview Road. We are perfectly positioned to serve nearby elementaries like Washington, Mahaffie, Northview, and Ravenwood, making morning routines simple for families in Northwood Trails, Falcon Ridge, and Woodland Manor.
With immediate access to both K-10 and I-35, our location provides a highly efficient route for commuters. This offers a fast and direct daily drive for parents traveling into neighboring Lenexa, Overland Park, or the broader Kansas City metro area.
Programs Offered
Our Team
Christie Haase
School Director
Christie Haase has her Bachelor’s degree in Education Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education from Park University. She has over 20 years experience working with children as a teacher, assistant director and program director. She is married with two children and her hobbies include traveling, sporting events and reading.
Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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