Aurora, IL

The Goddard School of Aurora offers a comprehensive F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic, social, and emotional development. Their curriculum includes STEAM learning, language arts, and hands-on activities tailored to each age group. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. Certified teachers implement developmentally appropriate practices with low student-to-teacher ratios. The center is known for its strong parent communication through daily reports and regular updates, plus enrichment programs including yoga, music, and Spanish.

Kiddie Academy of Aurora implements the Life Essentials® curriculum that combines academic learning with character development and social skills. The program includes technology integration, literacy development, and hands-on learning experiences. The facility maintains strict security protocols with keypad entry and comprehensive safety procedures. Highly qualified teachers receive ongoing professional development in early childhood education. The center offers nutritious meals and snacks, regular parent-teacher conferences, and a structured daily schedule that balances learning and play. Their approach emphasizes preparing children for kindergarten success.

Bright Horizons at Old Second National Bank offers the World at Their Fingertips curriculum that emphasizes emergent learning through play and exploration. The program includes literacy development, mathematics, science, and creative arts integrated into daily activities. The center features secure facilities with observation windows, dedicated age-appropriate learning environments, and outdoor playgrounds. Highly qualified early childhood educators maintain low child-to-teacher ratios and implement developmentally appropriate practices. The center is recognized for its strong emphasis on social-emotional development, comprehensive health and safety protocols, and family engagement through regular communication and events.