East Hartland, CT

The Goddard School in Simsbury 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 development with highly qualified teachers holding degrees in early childhood education. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. They maintain low student-teacher ratios and provide daily communication to parents through their mobile app. The school is known for its comprehensive safety protocols and nurturing environment that promotes cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Bright Horizons at Bloomfield provides a research-based curriculum called The World at Their Fingertips that emphasizes language, literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional development. Their highly trained educators hold degrees in early childhood education and receive ongoing professional development. The center features secure facilities with coded entry, modern classrooms with natural lighting, and age-appropriate learning materials. They offer nutritious meals and snacks, regular developmental assessments, and strong parent partnerships through daily reports and conferences. The center is particularly noted for its STEM-focused activities and inclusive environment.

Children's Tree Montessori School offers authentic Montessori education in a carefully prepared environment that fosters independence, concentration, and love of learning. Their AMI-certified teachers guide children through hands-on learning with specialized Montessori materials across practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics, and cultural studies. The school features beautiful natural classrooms, extensive outdoor learning spaces including gardens and nature trails, and a peaceful learning atmosphere. They maintain small class sizes with low student-teacher ratios and emphasize character development alongside academic growth. The school is highly regarded for its respectful approach to child development and strong community values.