Inglis, FL

The Goddard School of Ocala offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social-emotional development. Their curriculum includes STEAM learning, language arts, and character development programs. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. All teachers are highly qualified with ongoing professional development, and the school maintains low student-teacher ratios. The center is known for its comprehensive safety protocols, nutritious meal programs, and strong parent communication through daily reports and digital updates.

First Baptist Academy provides a Christian-based early childhood education with a strong academic foundation. Their curriculum integrates faith-based values with developmentally appropriate learning activities, including the A Beka curriculum for literacy and mathematics. The center features secure facilities with monitored access, age-specific playgrounds, and modern classrooms equipped with learning centers. Staff members are CPR/first-aid certified and participate in continuous training. The academy emphasizes character development, social skills, and kindergarten readiness while maintaining excellent safety records and strong parent-teacher partnerships.

Ocala Child Development Center offers a comprehensive early childhood program focused on whole-child development through play-based learning and structured academic activities. Their curriculum emphasizes literacy development, mathematical thinking, and social-emotional skills through Creative Curriculum and Handwriting Without Tears programs. The center features secure facilities with keypad entry, age-appropriate learning environments, and outdoor play spaces designed for different developmental stages. Teachers hold early childhood credentials and receive ongoing professional development. The center is recognized for its inclusive environment, cultural diversity awareness, and strong focus on school readiness with regular progress assessments and parent conferences.