Bartow, FL

Kids 'R' Kids of Bartow offers a comprehensive early childhood education program with advanced security systems including electronic entry and surveillance cameras. Their Brain Development curriculum focuses on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) integration across all age groups. The facility features age-appropriate playgrounds, computer labs, and dedicated learning centers. Teachers are required to have early childhood education credentials and receive ongoing professional development. The center emphasizes parent communication through daily reports and a mobile app that provides real-time updates and photos of children's activities.

Located just 15 minutes from Bartow, Primrose School of Lakeland offers the exclusive Balanced Learning® approach that blends purposeful play with nurturing guidance from trained teachers. The curriculum emphasizes character development, literacy, and social-emotional skills through their Harmony & Heart® program. The state-of-the-art facility includes secure entry systems, dedicated music and art rooms, and age-appropriate outdoor learning environments. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the school maintains low student-teacher ratios. Parents consistently praise the school's communication and the visible developmental progress in their children.

Serving families in the greater Bartow area, The Goddard School in Lakeland provides F.L.EX.® (Fun Learning Experience) program that promotes play-based learning through academic and social development. The school features secure keypad entry, live streaming cameras for parents, and modern classroom environments designed for different developmental stages. Their STEAM-focused curriculum includes foreign language exposure, yoga, and music enrichment programs. All teachers participate in ongoing professional development through Goddard Systems University. The school is known for its strong emphasis on safety protocols, including comprehensive background checks and regular safety drills, while maintaining a nurturing, play-based learning environment.