State University, AR

Bright Horizons at St. Bernards is a nationally accredited center offering comprehensive early education programs with a research-based curriculum. The facility features age-appropriate learning environments, highly qualified teachers with early childhood degrees, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum integrates literacy, mathematics, science, and creative arts. The center maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios, secure entry systems, and nutritious meal programs. Located just minutes from State University, they serve many university faculty and staff families.

The Goddard School of Jonesboro provides a premier early childhood education experience with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with play-based development. The facility features modern classrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds, and technology-enhanced learning spaces. All teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and participate in ongoing professional development. The school emphasizes STEAM learning, language development, and character education. Their comprehensive safety protocols and parent communication app make them a top choice for State University area families.

The Learning Center at ASU serves as both a high-quality childcare facility and a laboratory school for Arkansas State University's Childhood Services program. The center implements developmentally appropriate practices with a strong focus on emergent curriculum and project-based learning. As part of the university system, they benefit from ongoing research in early childhood education and maintain exceptional staff qualifications. The facility includes observation rooms for university students, natural outdoor learning environments, and comprehensive assessment tracking. They prioritize serving ASU faculty, staff, and student families while maintaining community enrollment opportunities.