Lenox, AL

Andalusia Head Start Center provides comprehensive early childhood education and development services through the federally-funded Head Start program. The center focuses on school readiness with a research-based curriculum that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. All lead teachers hold Child Development Associate credentials or higher degrees, and the program maintains low student-teacher ratios. The facility includes age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and provides nutritious meals and snacks. Family engagement is a core component, with regular parent-teacher conferences and family support services. The center serves children from low-income families and children with special needs.

First Baptist Church Weekday Education offers a faith-based early childhood program with a strong academic foundation. The curriculum incorporates Abeka and other developmentally appropriate materials that focus on cognitive, physical, social, and spiritual development. The center features secure facilities with monitored access, age-separated classrooms, and both indoor and outdoor play areas. Teachers are CPR and First Aid certified with ongoing professional development requirements. The program emphasizes character development alongside academic readiness, with structured learning activities balanced with creative play. Parent communication includes daily reports and regular progress updates.

Opp Head Start Center provides high-quality early childhood education through the national Head Start framework, serving Covington County families including those in Lenox. The program uses Creative Curriculum and focuses on developing literacy, mathematics, science, and social skills through hands-on learning experiences. The center maintains high safety standards with secure facilities, regular drills, and comprehensive health services including developmental screenings. Staff members receive extensive training in early childhood development and trauma-informed care. The program emphasizes family partnership and community involvement, offering parent education workshops and connecting families with additional resources. Nutritious meals and transportation services are available to enrolled children.