East Alton, IL

Kiddie Academy of Godfrey offers a comprehensive educational curriculum called Life Essentials® that focuses on character development, literacy, STEM, and social-emotional learning. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. Teachers hold early childhood education credentials and maintain low student-to-teacher ratios. The academy provides nutritious meals and emphasizes parent communication through daily reports and a proprietary mobile app. Their structured program includes music, Spanish, and technology enrichment activities.

The Goddard School in Godfrey implements the F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with play-based development. The school features modern security systems including keypad entry, comprehensive background checks for staff, and regular safety drills. Certified teachers create individualized learning plans and maintain portfolios tracking each child's progress. The facility includes multiple playgrounds, a dedicated art studio, and technology-enhanced learning spaces. Their program emphasizes literacy development, STEAM activities, and social skills building.

Bright Horizons at Riverbend offers the World at Their Fingertips curriculum that integrates emergent learning with structured academic preparation. The center features secure facilities with coded entry systems, comprehensive health and safety protocols, and USDA-approved meal programs. Lead teachers hold bachelor's degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the center maintains NAEYC accreditation standards. The program emphasizes language development, mathematical thinking, and scientific exploration through hands-on learning centers. Family engagement includes regular conferences, portfolio documentation, and digital daily communication.