Unity, ME

Mount View Preschool serves the Unity area through RSU 3 and offers a comprehensive early childhood education program focused on school readiness. The program emphasizes social-emotional development, literacy foundations, and hands-on learning experiences. Certified early childhood educators provide individualized attention with small class sizes, and the curriculum aligns with Maine's Early Learning and Development Standards. The facility features age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and regular parent-teacher communication to support each child's developmental journey.

Located approximately 20 minutes from Unity, Waterville Children's Center is a highly-regarded facility serving families throughout central Maine. The center offers a play-based curriculum that incorporates elements of Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches, with certified teachers providing individualized learning plans. Features include secure facilities with keypad entry, nutritious meal programs, large outdoor playgrounds, and comprehensive safety protocols. The center is known for its experienced staff, low teacher-to-child ratios, and strong parent communication system that includes daily updates and progress reports.

Serving the central Maine region including Unity families, Stepping Stones Montessori provides authentic Montessori education in a nurturing environment. AMI-certified teachers guide children through carefully prepared classrooms with Montessori materials that promote independence, concentration, and love of learning. The school features beautiful natural outdoor spaces, gardens for hands-on learning, and mixed-age classrooms that foster peer learning. The program emphasizes whole-child development, including practical life skills, sensorial education, and cultural studies, with a strong track record of preparing children for elementary education success.