Pricing & Availability
While our Waukesha location will close on August 27, we would be honored to continue serving your family at one of our nearby Cadence Academy Preschool locations. Please reach out to our New Berlin or West Allis schools to learn about current enrollment opportunities and schedule a tour.
Looking for Preschool Enrollment?
While our Waukesha location will close on August 27, we would be honored to continue serving your family at one of our nearby Cadence Academy Preschool locations. Please reach out to our New Berlin or West Allis schools to learn about current enrollment opportunities and schedule a tour.
- Overview
- Programs
- Our Team
- Accreditation
- Reviews
- Schedule Options
The Waukesha Preschool
Cadence Academy Preschool in Waukesha (formerly All About Learning) is located near the intersection of Hwy 164 and Hwy 18. This center was built specifically for children and their families in August of 1997. We are Accredited through NAC as well as 5 Star Wisconsin quality rated. We have a HUGE indoor play area where children can get out all their energy and learn valuable skills year-round!
At Cadence Academy Preschool in Waukesha, our focus is on the children in everything that we do; from interactive play to active learning, everything is designed to ensure that your children have the best advantage. With our dedicated teaching staff and up-to-date facilities, we know that your children will have a wonderful time being cared for in a nurturing environment.
Waukesha Preschool Programs
At Cadence Academy Preschool in Waukesha, we have a wide variety of childcare programs that focus on aspects of your child’s development, including:
- Infants
- Toddlers
- Preschool
- Pre-Kindergarten
- School-Age
- Summer Fun
- Optional Classes
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
- No prior soccer experience needed
- Integrated into your child’s daily schedule
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
Waukesha Cadence Academy Preschool: The Best Choice
We go beyond the extensive state-regulated requirements to ensure advanced education for every child. At the Waukesha Daycare, we open the doors to acceptance of diversity in every child, teaching the children how to socialize in small group settings. We offer a variety of optional, extra-curricular activities and classes to meet the needs of many families.
Waukesha Daycare: Top-Tier Education
Our Ascend Curriculum develops academic, physical, emotional, and creative skills and features activities in subjects such as Cultural Understanding, Baby Signs, Literacy, Mathematics, and Technology. We find that children learn best when activities are geared towards their interests. Our teachers are encouraged to individualize activities and engage in small group instruction so they can better respond to the needs and interests of each child. Even the youngest children in the infants program can benefit from the Ascend Curriculum.
Kids Café Preschool Cooking Program
Cooking Up Confidence, One Recipe at a Time
Kids Café is a hands-on cooking program where children explore new foods, build confidence, and develop essential life skills through fun, guided kitchen experiences.
Program Highlights:
- Designed for ages 3+
- Weekly sessions over a 12-week program
- Hands-on cooking activities and kid-friendly recipes
- Builds teamwork, sharing, and communication skills
- Encourages problem-solving and following directions
- Supports early math, literacy, and critical thinking
- Includes a take-home cooking kit for continued fun
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
The Waukesha Preschool Promise
We excel in all 6 standards set by the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC). Our standards for administration, family engagement, health and safety, curriculum, interactions between teachers and children, and classroom health and safety are even higher.
Our teachers and staff take a holistic approach to child care. We understand that each child is different, and we strive to meet the needs of every kiddo who walks through our doors. Contact us now to learn all about the Waukesha Preschool guarantee!
Programs Offered
Infant Care
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Toddler Care
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Preschool
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
School-Age Program
Our school-age program invites children starting from kindergarten up to 12 years old. Though the school day ends, our support continues with structured before and after school care. Choosing this program provides a safe space for homework and relaxation that fits perfectly with your family’s busy routine.
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
Our school-age program invites children starting from kindergarten up to 12 years old. Though the school day ends, our support continues with structured before and after school care. Choosing this program provides a safe space for homework and relaxation that fits perfectly with your family’s busy routine.
Our Team
Holly Schmitz
School Director
Holly Schmitz is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment where children feel secure and families feel confident and supported. She loves watching each child grow and believes in adapting teaching approaches to meet every child’s unique learning style, helping build a strong foundation for both learning and community.
Outside of school, Holly enjoys spending time with her family and cats, serving in her church’s children’s ministry, watching Wisconsin sports with her husband, and baking sweet treats. She began her career in early childhood education in 2010 and has grown from classroom teaching into leadership. She earned her associate degree from NWTC–Green Bay and her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education–Leadership from Rasmussen University, and now leads her center with experience, dedication, and heart.
Ms. Louise
Assistant Director
I have been in the childcare industry since 1983, in various capacities. I LOVE children and can’t imagine my life not being around them! I am married and the mother of 3 adult children and a grandmother to 2 grandsons. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, yoga, kicking, birdwatching and gardening.
Ms. Olivia
Teacher of the Year
I have several years’ experience working with middle & high school students. It has always been my passion to work with children. I truly love what I do! I attended UW Green Bay and have been working with children since I was in high school where I participated in a program having the opportunity to teach reading and math to local elementary schools. I live and grew up 1n New Berlin with my parents and 3 brothers.
Accreditations
NAC Accreditation
The National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC) is a national accreditation program that was developed for early care and educational programs. NAC offers early childhood leaders the opportunity to demonstrate and document quality performance using research-based criteria and evidence-based practices. The National Accreditation Commission provides a comprehensive, ongoing quality improvement system and accredited schools must meet standards in the following 6 component areas: Administration, Family Engagement, Health and Safety, Curriculum, Interactions between Teachers and Children, and Classroom Health and Safety.
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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.
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.
