Catheys Valley, CA

Montessori School of Mariposa offers a comprehensive Montessori education program serving children from toddler through elementary ages. The center features certified Montessori teachers with specialized training in child development and individualized learning approaches. Their curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, practical life skills, and academic foundation building in a prepared environment designed to foster independence. The facility includes spacious classrooms, outdoor learning areas, and natural playgrounds. They maintain low student-teacher ratios and focus on whole-child development including social-emotional learning, cultural awareness, and community involvement. The center is known for its peaceful learning environment and strong parent-teacher partnerships.

Little Miracles Preschool provides developmentally appropriate care and education for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. The center employs state-qualified teachers with backgrounds in early childhood education and maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios. Their play-based curriculum incorporates literacy development, math readiness, science exploration, and creative arts while emphasizing social skills and emotional intelligence. The facility features age-appropriate learning centers, secure outdoor play areas, and modern safety systems including secure entry and comprehensive background checks for all staff. They offer nutritious meals and snacks following USDA guidelines and maintain strong communication with families through daily reports and parent conferences.

Children's Creative Learning Centers at Yosemite, operated by Bright Horizons, provides high-quality early education with a research-based curriculum focused on school readiness and whole-child development. The center features degreed teachers with specialized training in early childhood education and ongoing professional development. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies through hands-on learning experiences. The facility includes purpose-built classrooms, extensive outdoor learning environments, and comprehensive safety protocols. They offer enrichment programs in music, movement, and Spanish language exposure, along with family support services and flexible scheduling options to meet diverse family needs in the Yosemite region.