A private preschool & nursery in Mobile, Alabama for children 6 weeks to 5 years — a diverse, welcoming community where your child is cared for just like they're our own.
"It's really simple. We love children and are passionate about what we do." — Renee Smith, Owner
For over eleven years, we've proudly served our Mobile community as a private preschool. One thing that makes our program truly unique is our special team: our teachers are moms too — and moms understand children like no one else.
We believe every child should feel embraced, respected, celebrated, and loved. To meet our families' needs, we offer flexible options of 2, 3, or 5 days, full or half days.
Choose the days and times that work best for your family.
Open 12 months a year for consistent, dependable support.
In-person learning only, every single day.
Enroll without rigid attendance rules.
Flexibility without court-mandated attendance.
We bring the fun to campus with special guest visitors.
A welcoming community that celebrates all cultures.
Daily photos, messages & reports via Brightwheel.
We never ask families to sell or raise money.
Packed with fun, enrichment & hands-on activities.
Our "Nursery Moms" nurture physical, social, cognitive & language growth — with reading, music, art & tummy time.
Full-time care with hands-on, developmentally appropriate lessons — split into K1A, K1B & K1C.
A structured environment full of play & learning — alphabet, shapes, sensory & music.
Math, science & literacy with plenty of play, crafting, geography & social interaction.
Kindergarten prep — phonics, writing, abstract math, science experiments & fine motor skills.
Preschool hours are 8:30 am–12:30 pm, with after-hours care available until 4:30 pm through After the Patch.
A great time that will entertain and delight any child from 12 months to 6 years old — Monday–Friday, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, with extended hours available. Like the school year, choose 2 to 5 days.
This sweet little school gave me the trust to send my son to preschool for the first time! The owner and staff are so friendly and caring. It's such peace of mind knowing he's happy and well taken care of.
My children have attended for several years. We absolutely love the teachers, owner and curriculum. They balance teaching with fun and play — exactly what children need at this age. A hidden jewel!
My family is SO thankful for The Watermelon Patch and their amazing staff. My son attended right from his 1st birthday — I never had one single worry. If you're trying to decide, I highly recommend them.
Schedule a tour of The Watermelon Patch and visit our classrooms, meet our dedicated teachers, and experience the caring, creative environment where your child will thrive.
📍6417 Hillcrest Park Ct.
Mobile, AL 36695
📞(251) 633-3288
✉️watermelonpatchkids@gmail.com
🕗Preschool 8:30 am–12:30 pm · After-care until 4:30 pm
Tours are scheduled after hours for the safety of our children. Reach out and we'll find a time!
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