Martinez, CA

The Goddard School of Martinez offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social-emotional development. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, art, and physical development through play-based learning. Features state-certified teachers with early childhood education degrees, secure keypad entry systems, and daily digital updates for parents. The facility includes age-appropriate classrooms, outdoor playgrounds, and enrichment programs like yoga and music. Known for low student-teacher ratios and comprehensive safety protocols.

Bright Horizons at Concord provides high-quality early education with their World at Their Fingertips curriculum that emphasizes emergent learning and project-based activities. The center features highly qualified teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education, comprehensive security systems including secure check-in, and nutritionally balanced meals. Their Emergent Curriculum follows children's interests while building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social development. The facility includes dedicated infant rooms, STEM labs, art studios, and natural outdoor play spaces. Serves families throughout Contra Costa County including Martinez residents.

La Petite Academy of Pleasant Hill offers comprehensive early childhood education with their Links to Learning curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. The program focuses on developmental milestones through hands-on learning centers, literacy-rich environments, and technology integration. Features include degreed lead teachers, secure entry systems, live streaming for parents, and USDA-approved meal programs. The center provides age-appropriate learning environments with dedicated spaces for different developmental stages, outdoor playgrounds with safety surfaces, and enrichment programs in music and movement. Conveniently located near Highway 4 for Martinez commuters.