Western Springs, IL

The Goddard School of La Grange offers a comprehensive F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic readiness, social development, and creative expression. Their play-based curriculum is developed by early childhood education experts and includes STEAM learning, language arts, and character development. The school features state-of-the-art security systems including keypad entry, comprehensive background checks for all staff, and regular safety drills. Certified teachers with degrees in early childhood education provide individualized attention with low student-to-teacher ratios. The facility includes age-appropriate classrooms, indoor gym, and outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups.

Children's Learning Place in Western Springs provides a nurturing environment with a research-based curriculum that emphasizes early literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. The center offers the Creative Curriculum® system, which includes ongoing assessment and individualized learning plans. Safety features include secure entry systems, comprehensive video monitoring, and strict health protocols. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the center maintains excellent staff retention rates. The facility features dedicated infant rooms, toddler learning centers, preschool classrooms, and large outdoor play areas with age-appropriate equipment.

Bright Horizons at La Grange implements the World at Their Fingertips® curriculum, which emphasizes language and literacy, mathematics and scientific reasoning, and social-emotional development through hands-on learning experiences. The center features enhanced safety protocols including secure building access, comprehensive health screening procedures, and emergency preparedness plans. Teachers participate in ongoing professional development and many hold advanced degrees in early childhood education. The facility includes dedicated art and music studios, STEM learning centers, and outdoor nature exploration areas. The center also offers flexible scheduling options and back-up care services for working families.