Standard, IL

The Learning Experience in Peru serves the Standard area with a comprehensive early childhood education program featuring their proprietary L.E.A.P. curriculum. The center focuses on academic, social, and emotional development through structured learning activities and play-based exploration. Features include state-certified teachers, low student-to-teacher ratios, modern security systems including keypad entry, and daily communication with parents through their mobile app. The facility includes age-appropriate classrooms, indoor play areas, and outdoor playgrounds. Their programs include phonics, foreign language exposure, manners and etiquette, and STEM activities designed to prepare children for kindergarten readiness.

This locally-owned childcare center has served the Illinois Valley area including Standard for over a decade with a focus on individualized child development. The center employs experienced, qualified early childhood educators who implement a balanced curriculum combining academic preparation with social-emotional learning. Safety features include secure entry systems, comprehensive background checks for staff, and regular safety drills. The program emphasizes literacy development, math readiness, and social skills through structured learning centers and hands-on activities. Parents appreciate the consistent communication and family-like atmosphere, with many staff members having over 10 years of tenure at the center.

Serving Standard and surrounding communities, Spring Valley Day Care Center provides quality early childhood education in a nurturing environment. The center features a developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances structured learning with creative play. Their qualified teaching staff maintains low child-to-teacher ratios and participates in ongoing professional development. The facility includes secure classrooms, age-specific learning areas, and safe outdoor play spaces. The program focuses on kindergarten readiness skills while encouraging each child's individual interests and developmental pace. Additional services include nutritious meals and snacks, regular developmental assessments, and flexible scheduling options for working families.