APG, MD

The Child Development Center at APG is a Department of Defense certified facility specifically serving military families with comprehensive early childhood programs. The center features a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Early Learning Standards, emphasizing school readiness through structured learning activities and play-based exploration. All staff undergo extensive background checks and receive specialized training in military family support. The facility includes secure access controls, modern classroom environments, and age-appropriate outdoor play areas. What makes this center stand out is its deep understanding of military family needs, offering flexible scheduling and strong support systems for children experiencing parental deployments or transitions.

The Goddard School of Bel Air serves families from APG with their F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social-emotional development. The curriculum incorporates STEAM learning, language arts, and character development through hands-on activities. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the school maintains low student-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, multiple playgrounds designed for different age groups, and bright, well-equipped classrooms. Parents consistently praise the school's communication through daily activity reports and the professional development of their teaching staff, making it a top choice for APG families seeking quality education.

Celebree Learning Center of Bel Air provides comprehensive early childhood education with their proprietary curriculum focused on seven domains of learning: social, emotional, physical, language, cognitive, literacy, and mathematics. The center emphasizes character development and school readiness through structured learning centers and project-based activities. All teachers are Maryland certified and receive ongoing professional development. The facility includes secure keypad entry, camera monitoring in classrooms, and age-appropriate learning environments with natural lighting. What distinguishes Celebree is their focus on holistic development, offering enrichment programs in music, movement, and Spanish, along with strong parent partnership through regular conferences and digital communication platforms.