Derby, CT

Small Wonders is a highly-regarded early childhood education center serving the Derby area with a comprehensive developmental curriculum. The center focuses on age-appropriate learning through play-based activities, structured educational programs, and hands-on experiences. Features include certified early childhood educators, low teacher-to-child ratios, secure facilities with keypad entry, and a nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development. The center offers nutritious meals and snacks, indoor and outdoor play areas, and maintains excellent communication with parents through daily reports and regular updates.

As part of the nationally recognized Bright Horizons network, this Shelton location serves Derby families with a research-based curriculum that emphasizes whole-child development. The center features highly qualified teachers with early childhood education credentials, modern security systems including secured entry, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum integrates literacy, math, science, and creative arts through hands-on exploration. The facility includes age-specific classrooms, outdoor playgrounds, and offers enrichment programs in music, movement, and language development.

The Learning Experience in Shelton provides comprehensive early education programs serving Derby area families with their proprietary L.E.A.P. (Learning Experience Academic Program) curriculum. The center emphasizes phonics, foreign language introduction, manners and etiquette, and fitness programming. Features include state-of-the-art security systems, certified early childhood educators, bright and engaging classrooms, and multiple outdoor play areas. The facility maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios and offers flexible scheduling options. Parent communication is enhanced through regular updates and a dedicated mobile app for real-time updates on child's activities and development.