Lake City, FL

The Sunshine House offers a comprehensive early childhood education program with a research-based curriculum that focuses on school readiness. Their facility features age-appropriate learning centers, secure entry systems, and certified teachers with early childhood education credentials. The center provides nutritious meals and snacks, daily communication with parents through an app, and structured learning activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. Their safety protocols include regular drills, secure check-in systems, and maintained teacher-to-child ratios that exceed state requirements.

Discovery Point provides a balanced approach to early childhood education with their proprietary curriculum that combines academic learning with play-based activities. The center features modern security systems including coded entry, camera monitoring, and strict pickup authorization procedures. Their qualified staff maintains low student-teacher ratios and participates in ongoing professional development. The facility includes dedicated infant rooms, outdoor playgrounds with age-appropriate equipment, and learning centers that encourage exploration and development across all domains.

Located in nearby Lake Butler and serving families throughout Columbia County, The Learning Tree Academy offers a distinguished early childhood program with strong emphasis on literacy and STEM education. Their certified teachers implement a structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten while maintaining a nurturing environment. The center features secure facilities, nutritious meal programs, and extensive parent communication systems. Their VPK program is particularly well-regarded, with documented success in kindergarten readiness assessments and strong parent satisfaction ratings.