Putnam Hall, FL

Wee Care Academy is a locally-owned childcare center serving Putnam Hall and surrounding communities with a comprehensive early childhood education program. The center features a play-based learning curriculum that incorporates Montessori-inspired elements, focusing on developmental milestones through structured activities and free play. Certified early childhood educators maintain low teacher-to-child ratios, with specialized infant care programs that include daily communication logs and developmental tracking. The facility includes secure indoor classrooms, a fenced outdoor playground with age-appropriate equipment, and a nutrition program that provides balanced meals and snacks. Parent involvement is encouraged through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and family events throughout the year.

As part of the nationally recognized KinderCare network, this center serves families throughout the Putnam Hall region with a research-based curriculum developed by early childhood experts. The facility features age-specific learning environments with dedicated infant rooms, toddler learning centers, and preschool classrooms equipped with interactive technology. Their educational approach balances academic preparation with social-emotional development, incorporating literacy, mathematics, science, and creative arts. All teachers meet state certification requirements and receive ongoing professional development. Security features include coded entry systems, comprehensive background checks, and regular safety drills. The center offers flexible scheduling and transportation for school-age children in the Keystone Heights area.

Palatka Early Learning Academy serves the broader Putnam County area, including Putnam Hall families, with a comprehensive early childhood program focused on school readiness. The center implements the Creative Curriculum system, which uses interest areas and hands-on learning to develop cognitive, physical, and social skills. Their VPK program is state-approved and includes literacy specialization with certified teachers. The facility features modern classrooms, a commercial kitchen providing USDA-approved meals, and secure outdoor play areas with shaded structures. Staff includes degreed early childhood professionals with specialized training in infant/toddler development and special needs inclusion. The academy maintains strong parent partnerships through digital daily reports, portfolio assessments, and family educational workshops.