Aptos, CA

Aptos KinderCare offers a comprehensive early childhood education program with research-based curriculum focusing on literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development. The center features experienced early childhood educators with ongoing professional development, secure entry systems, and age-appropriate learning environments. Their approach includes daily progress reports for parents, nutritious meals and snacks, and structured play-based learning. The facility includes both indoor and outdoor learning spaces designed to stimulate development across all age groups from infants through school-age children.

St. John's Child Development Center provides a nurturing Christian environment with a play-based curriculum that emphasizes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. The center features low student-teacher ratios, qualified early childhood educators, and a comprehensive safety program including secured facilities and emergency preparedness. Their program includes age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and family involvement opportunities. The center is known for its strong community feel and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs.

Santa Cruz Montessori offers authentic Montessori education with AMI-certified teachers and carefully prepared environments that foster independence, curiosity, and love of learning. The campus features beautiful natural settings, specialized Montessori materials, and mixed-age classrooms that allow for peer learning. Their infant and toddler programs emphasize movement, language development, and practical life skills in a safe, nurturing environment. The center is renowned for its highly qualified staff, beautiful campus facilities, and strong emphasis on developing the whole child through hands-on, experiential learning.