Lee Vining, CA

Operated by Mammoth Lakes Unified School District, this center provides high-quality early childhood education with certified teachers and a comprehensive developmental curriculum. The program focuses on school readiness through play-based learning, literacy development, and social-emotional skills. Features include age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and structured activities that align with California early learning standards. Staff maintain low teacher-to-child ratios and participate in ongoing professional development. The center serves as the primary early education provider for the Eastern Sierra region.

Part of the nationally recognized Bright Horizons network, this center offers a research-based curriculum called The World at Their Fingertips, focusing on language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. The facility features secure, age-appropriate classrooms, dedicated outdoor play spaces, and nutrition programs. All teachers meet California licensing requirements and receive ongoing training in early childhood development. The center emphasizes individualized learning plans and maintains excellent safety records with secure entry systems and comprehensive health protocols.

As the largest licensed childcare provider in the Eastern Sierra, this nonprofit center serves families throughout the region with comprehensive early childhood programs. The center uses Creative Curriculum and focuses on developmental milestones through hands-on learning experiences. Features include certified early childhood educators, nutritious meal programs, secure facilities with controlled access, and extensive outdoor learning environments. The center maintains NAEYC-aligned standards and offers sliding scale fees to increase accessibility. Staff are trained in trauma-informed care and inclusive education practices.