Rockwood, IL

The Goddard School in nearby Columbia offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with play-based development. Their highly qualified teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain low student-to-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, modern classrooms with age-appropriate learning centers, and structured outdoor play areas. The curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, social-emotional development, and creative arts, with daily communication to parents through their proprietary app.

Little Saints Learning Center provides comprehensive childcare with a faith-based approach while welcoming children of all backgrounds. Their NAEYC-inspired curriculum emphasizes whole-child development through structured learning activities and creative play. The center features secure facilities with coded entry, indoor gross motor room, and age-segregated outdoor playgrounds. Certified teachers implement developmentally appropriate practices with ongoing assessment tracking. The program includes nutritious meals, extended hours, and strong parent-teacher partnerships with regular progress updates.

Millstadt Children's Center offers a comprehensive early education program with Creative Curriculum® that aligns with Illinois Early Learning Standards. The center maintains DCFS-exceeding staff qualifications with lead teachers holding bachelor's degrees in education. Their secure facility includes monitored access, commercial-grade kitchen providing balanced meals, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, social skills development, and school readiness with regular parent conferences and digital daily reports. Extended hours and flexible scheduling accommodate working families in the greater Rockwood area.