Dalton City, IL

The Montessori School of Decatur offers authentic Montessori education serving children from infancy through kindergarten. Their certified Montessori teachers provide individualized learning in carefully prepared environments that foster independence and natural development. The school features low student-teacher ratios, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on Montessori materials that encourage self-directed learning. Their infant and toddler programs focus on sensory development, motor skills, and language acquisition in nurturing environments. The facility includes spacious classrooms, outdoor playgrounds, and gardens for nature-based learning. They emphasize peaceful conflict resolution, grace and courtesy lessons, and cultural diversity.

Bright Horizons at Decatur provides comprehensive early education with research-based curriculum and highly qualified teachers. Their World at Their Fingertips curriculum emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional development through project-based learning. The center features age-appropriate learning environments, secure entry systems, and outdoor learning spaces. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the center maintains enhanced health and safety protocols. They offer nutritious meals and snacks, regular parent communication through their Family App, and flexible scheduling options including full-time and part-time care.

KinderCare at Forsyth offers nationally accredited early childhood education with balanced learning approaches that combine play-based and structured academic activities. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, math, science, and social skills development through hands-on learning centers. The center features secure keypad entry, comprehensive safety protocols, and age-appropriate playgrounds. Certified teachers create individualized learning plans and provide regular progress reports to parents. They offer enrichment programs including music, phonics, and Spanish language exposure. The center provides healthy meals and snacks, and maintains strong parent partnerships through daily communication and family engagement events.