Play School & Preschool Near You in Thane
Searching for a play school near me or a preschool in Thane? Rainbow Preschool International has 6 centres across Thane — Anand Nagar (Ghodbunder Road), Manpada, Kasarvadavali, Dhokali, Hariniwas and Kalwa — for Playgroup, Nursery, Jr. KG and Sr. KG (ages 1.5–5.5). Since 2007, more than 1,00,000 students have started school with us. Find the centre closest to your home below and book a visit for 2027-28.
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Enquiry office hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–6 PM.
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Our 6 play schools in Thane
Pick your area to see the closest Rainbow centre.
Rainbow Preschool, Anand Nagar (Ghodbunder Road)
Kris Commercial Plaza, 1st Floor, Opp. Tropical Lagoon, Anand Nagar, Ghodbunder Road, Thane (W)
Rainbow Preschool, Manpada
Aggarwal Arcade, Near Khewra Circle, Manpada, Thane (W)
Rainbow Preschool, Kasarvadavali
Rosa Gardenia, Next to Parijat Gardens, Kasarvadavali, Behind Hypercity Mall, Ghodbunder Road, Thane (W) 400615
Rainbow Preschool, Dhokali (Kolshet Road)
Kolshet Road, Dhokali Naka, Opp. Aban Park Society, Thane (W) 400607
Rainbow Preschool, Hariniwas (Naupada)
M.V.Apartments, Bhakti Mandir Road, Opp. Thanawala Garage, Hariniwas Circle, Panchpakadi, Thane (W)
Rainbow Preschool, Kalwa
Harsh Prasad Co-op Hsg Soc, Near Sayba Hall, Manisha Nagar, Gate No. 1, Kalwa, Thane
Playgroup, Nursery & Kindergarten near you
Playgroup
1.5–2.5 yearsA first step into a play-based early learning environment.
Batches: 8:30–11:30 AM or 12:30–3:30 PM, Mon–Fri
Playgroup programmeNursery
2.5–3.5 yearsPlay-based learning for curious children building early skills.
Batches: 8:30–11:30 AM or 12:30–3:30 PM, Mon–Fri
Nursery programmeJr. KG
3.5–4.5 yearsA play-based year in the kindergarten programme.
Batches: 8:30–11:30 AM or 12:30–3:30 PM, Mon–Fri
Jr. KG programmeSr. KG
4.5–5.5 yearsThe final kindergarten year before the next school stage.
Batches: 8:30–11:30 AM or 12:30–3:30 PM, Mon–Fri
Sr. KG programmeNot sure which class? Check the age guide. Take the readiness quiz. Explore all preschool programmes.
Play school timings, fees & transport in Thane
Timings
Morning 8:30–11:30 AM · Afternoon 12:30–3:30 PM · Monday to Friday
Fees
Fees vary by centre and class. Call Admissions for the 2027-28 fee details.
Call AdmissionsTransport
GPS-enabled in-house transport at all 6 centres.
A day at our play school in Thane
Morning batch 8:30-11:30 AM. The afternoon batch (12:30-3:30 PM) follows the same flow.
- 8:30 AM
Welcome circle & attendance
warm greetings and settling in
- 9:00 AM
Free play & exploration
open-ended play with toys and materials
- 9:30 AM
Rhymes & songs
music, movement and language
- 10:00 AM
Snack time
snacks and social time
- 10:30 AM
Learning activity
colours, shapes or sensory exploration
- 11:00 AM
Outdoor play
movement and motor skills
- 11:30 AM
Story time & goodbye
calming stories and pickup
How to choose the best preschool in Thane
Use this checklist when you visit any play school near you — including ours.
Distance from home
A short commute keeps mornings calm for toddlers.
At Rainbow: 6 centres across Thane + GPS-enabled transport.Play-based curriculum
Look for learning through play, not early rote writing.
At Rainbow: Play-based curriculum aligned with NEP 2020.Trained teachers
Ask about early-childhood (ECCE) training.
At Rainbow: 100% female teachers with ECCE training.Teacher-to-child ratio
Ask how many adults are in each class.
At Rainbow: 30:2.Hygiene
Ask how often toys and rooms are cleaned.
At Rainbow: Sanitised multiple times daily.Parent communication
Ask how you’ll hear about your child’s day.
At Rainbow: Daily updates + monthly progress reports.Track record
Look at years running, Google reviews and awards.
At Rainbow: Since 2007 · 4.9 from 487 Google reviews · Best Preschool in Thane award 2018 & 2023.
Comparing options? See our guide to preschools in Thane.
Why parents in Thane choose Rainbow
- Rainbow Preschool International has operated since 2007.
- More than 1,00,000 students have started school with us.
- Awards: Best Preschool in Thane (2018, 2023); Cleanest Preschool (2020); Most Promising Preschool Chain of the Year (2021); Emerging Preschool Chain of the Year (2022).
- Classes continue after KG up to Grade 2, 3 or 4 at five centres; Dhokali offers Sr. KG only.
- After Sr. KG, children can continue to Rainbow International School (RIS), Brahmand.
Play school near your area in Thane
Type to search, then choose an area from the alphabetical list.
Rainbow Preschool Anand Nagar — areas served (14 areas)
Rainbow Preschool Manpada — areas served (12 areas)
Rainbow Preschool Kasarvadavali — areas served (8 areas)
Rainbow Preschool Dhokali — areas served (14 areas)
Rainbow Preschool Hariniwas — areas served (18 areas)
Rainbow Preschool Kalwa — areas served (13 areas)
Don’t see your area? Call Admissions and we’ll tell you the closest centre and transport route.
Preschool admissions near you — 2027-28
- 01Enquire or call
- 02Visit the centre
- 03Parent–child interaction (~20 min, no test)
- 04Orientation (2–3 short sessions)
Mid-year subject to seats. Full admissions guide.
Enquiry office hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–6 PM. Contact the admissions team.
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Classroom moments, celebrations and discoveries from our centres.
Play school & preschool near me — FAQs
Which is the best preschool in Thane?
The right preschool depends on distance, curriculum, teachers and hygiene; use the checklist above. Rainbow has the Best Preschool in Thane award (2018, 2023), a 4.9 rating from 487 Google reviews, has operated since 2007 and has 6 centres. Compare options in our guide to preschools in Thane.
How do I find a good play school near me in Thane?
Compare the commute, curriculum, teachers and hygiene, then visit centres that suit your route. Rainbow has six centres across Thane; use the area filters or type your area above.
What is the right age for play school?
Playgroup is for ages 1.5–2.5 years. Age is counted as of 1 June of the academic year.
What is the difference between play school, preschool, nursery and kindergarten?
Play school and preschool describe early learning for young children. At Rainbow, the age bands are Playgroup 1.5–2.5, Nursery 2.5–3.5, Jr. KG 3.5–4.5 and Sr. KG 4.5–5.5 years.
What are the play school fees in Thane?
Fees are not published and vary by centre and class. Call Admissions for the 2027-28 fee details.
What are the play school timings?
Batches run Monday to Friday: morning 8:30–11:30 AM and afternoon 12:30–3:30 PM.
Do you provide transport?
GPS-enabled in-house transport is available at all 6 centres.
When do admissions open for 2027-28?
Early admissions are Oct–Nov, the main window is Dec–Feb and the final round is Mar–May. Mid-year admission is subject to seats.
Is there an entrance test or interview?
There is no entrance test. The process includes a relaxed parent–child interaction of about 20 minutes.
Which curriculum do you follow?
The curriculum is play-based and aligned with NEP 2020.
What happens after Sr. KG?
Manpada and Kalwa offer classes up to Grade 4; Kasarvadavali and Hariniwas up to Grade 3; Anand Nagar up to Grade 2. Dhokali offers Sr. KG only. After Sr. KG, children can continue to Rainbow International School, Brahmand.
Can I visit before taking admission?
Yes, book a visit to a centre. The admissions team responds within 24 hours.
Visit a Rainbow play school near you
Choose a centre and arrange a visit for 2027-28 admissions.