New Canaan, CT

The Goddard School of New Canaan offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic, social, and emotional development. Their play-based curriculum includes STEAM learning, language arts, and creative arts. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate playgrounds, and bright, modern classrooms. All teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and receive ongoing professional development. The school emphasizes individualized learning plans and maintains low student-teacher ratios for personalized attention.

Bright Horizons at New Canaan provides a comprehensive early education program with their World at Their Fingertips curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The center features state-of-the-art security including keypad entry, video monitoring, and strict pick-up authorization protocols. Their emergent curriculum allows children to learn through exploration and discovery, with teachers trained in Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches. The facility includes dedicated art studios, music rooms, and outdoor learning environments. They maintain excellent staff retention rates and all lead teachers hold bachelor's degrees in education.

The New Canaan Nature Center Preschool offers a unique nature-based educational experience on a 40-acre wildlife sanctuary and education center. Their curriculum integrates environmental education with traditional preschool learning, allowing children to explore forests, ponds, and gardens daily. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and environmental stewardship. Certified teachers with backgrounds in both early childhood education and environmental science lead small class sizes. The facility includes indoor classrooms with natural materials and extensive outdoor learning spaces. The preschool maintains exceptional safety standards with comprehensive outdoor supervision protocols and natural play areas designed for risk-managed exploration.