Dayhoit, KY

KCEOC Child Development Center is a highly-regarded facility serving the Dayhoit area through the KCEOC Community Action Partnership. This center operates as a Head Start and Early Head Start program with comprehensive early childhood education services. The center features state-licensed teachers with specialized training in early childhood development, low student-teacher ratios, and a research-based curriculum focused on school readiness. Facilities include age-appropriate classrooms, secure outdoor play areas, and nutritional meal programs. The center emphasizes family engagement and offers sliding scale fees based on income, making quality childcare accessible to families throughout Harlan County.

Imagination Station serves the Dayhoit community from its Harlan location, offering a comprehensive early childhood program with a strong educational foundation. The center employs certified early childhood educators and maintains small class sizes to ensure individualized attention. Their curriculum incorporates Creative Curriculum elements with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities appropriate for each age group. The facility features secure entry systems, modern learning environments, and structured daily schedules that balance academic preparation with creative play. Parents consistently praise the center's communication, cleanliness, and the developmental progress they observe in their children.

As part of the national Sunshine House network, this Harlan location brings proven educational frameworks to the Dayhoit service area. The center features the exclusive Sunshine House School Readiness Pathway curriculum, which includes literacy-rich environments, hands-on learning centers, and technology integration. All lead teachers hold early childhood credentials and participate in ongoing professional development. The facility includes secure classrooms with observation windows, age-appropriate playgrounds with safety surfaces, and comprehensive security systems. The center is known for its structured daily routines, nutritious meal programs, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development alongside academic preparation.