Troy, IL

The Goddard School of Troy offers a comprehensive F.L.EX.® (Fun Learning Experience) program that balances academic learning with play-based development. Their curriculum focuses on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education with age-appropriate activities. All teachers are qualified early childhood educators who receive ongoing professional development. The facility features secure entry systems, multiple age-appropriate playgrounds, and bright, modern classrooms with advanced learning materials. They maintain low student-teacher ratios and provide regular progress reports to parents.

Bright Horizons at Edwardsville serves families throughout the Troy area with their World at Their Fingertips curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning and discovery. The center features state-of-the-art security including keypad entry and comprehensive background checks for all staff. Their Emergent Curriculum adapts to children's interests while meeting developmental milestones. The facility includes dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas, multiple outdoor play spaces with age-appropriate equipment, and classrooms equipped with interactive technology. They offer nutritious meals and snacks through their partnership with a registered dietitian.

Little Explorers Early Learning Center is a locally-owned facility in downtown Troy that provides a nurturing, home-like environment with structured educational programming. Their curriculum blends Montessori-inspired independent learning with traditional preschool activities, focusing on social-emotional development and kindergarten readiness. The center features secure facilities with camera monitoring, fenced outdoor play areas, and developmentally appropriate learning centers in each classroom. Teachers hold early childhood credentials and participate in continuous training. They emphasize parent communication through daily reports and regular parent-teacher conferences, building strong community relationships.