West Simsbury, CT

This authentic Montessori school offers a comprehensive educational approach for children from infancy through elementary years. The school features specially trained AMI-certified Montessori teachers who guide children through self-directed learning in carefully prepared environments. The campus includes beautiful outdoor classrooms, gardens, and natural play spaces that complement the Montessori curriculum. They emphasize independence, respect for individual development, and hands-on learning with authentic Montessori materials. The infant and toddler programs maintain low teacher-to-child ratios with highly qualified caregivers specifically trained in Montessori principles for early childhood.

As part of the nationally recognized Bright Horizons network, this center offers a research-based curriculum called The World at Their Fingertips, which focuses on language, literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, and technology. The facility features age-appropriate learning environments with dedicated spaces for different developmental stages. Teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and receive ongoing professional development. The center emphasizes health and safety with secure entry systems, comprehensive cleanliness protocols, and nutritious meal programs. They maintain excellent staff-to-child ratios and provide regular developmental assessments and parent communication.

This NAEYC-accredited center provides a play-based learning environment that balances structured activities with child-initiated exploration. The curriculum incorporates elements of emergent curriculum and project-based learning, allowing children to explore topics of interest in depth. The center features modern facilities with dedicated infant rooms, toddler classrooms, and preschool spaces equipped with developmentally appropriate materials. Their experienced teaching staff includes educators with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education and specialized training in social-emotional development. The program emphasizes outdoor education with daily time in their secure playgrounds and nature exploration areas, promoting physical development and environmental awareness.