Strawberry Valley, CA

The Goddard School in Grass Valley offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with creative play. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, art, and social-emotional development with highly qualified teachers who hold degrees in early childhood education. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. They maintain excellent teacher-to-child ratios and provide daily communication with parents through their proprietary app. The school emphasizes safety with comprehensive background checks, CPR-certified staff, and regular safety drills.

Little Learners Preschool & Childcare provides a nurturing environment with a play-based curriculum that incorporates Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired approaches. Their program focuses on hands-on learning, social development, and kindergarten readiness skills. The center features certified early childhood educators with ongoing professional development, secure facilities with camera monitoring, and nutritious meal programs. They offer comprehensive infant care with individualized feeding and sleeping schedules, and their preschool program includes Spanish language exposure, music, and movement activities. Parents consistently praise the caring staff and the center's clean, organized environment.

Sierra Preschool & Childcare Center offers a nature-inspired curriculum that takes advantage of their rural Sierra foothills location. Their educational approach combines traditional preschool academics with outdoor exploration and environmental education. The center features experienced teachers with low student-teacher ratios, secure facilities with fenced playgrounds, and developmentally appropriate learning centers. They provide comprehensive infant care with individualized attention, and their preschool program emphasizes literacy, math readiness, and social skills through hands-on activities. The center is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and strong community connections, with regular parent-teacher conferences and family events.