Barclay, MD

The Goddard School of Centreville offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with creative play. Their state-licensed teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain low student-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. The curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, and social-emotional development, with daily communication to parents through their proprietary app. They provide nutritious meals and snacks in their commercial-grade kitchen and offer enrichment programs including yoga, music, and foreign language exposure.

Chester River Early Learning Center is a NAEYC-accredited facility offering comprehensive early childhood education with a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Their highly qualified staff includes teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education and specialized training in infant/toddler development. The center features secure facilities with camera monitoring, large outdoor learning environments, and modern classrooms designed for different age groups. They emphasize social-emotional learning, literacy development, and kindergarten readiness through hands-on activities and project-based learning. The center maintains strong parent partnerships with regular progress reports and family engagement events.

KinderCare at Kent Island provides nationally-recognized early childhood education with research-based curriculum aligned with state learning standards. Their experienced teachers receive ongoing professional development and maintain CPR/first aid certification. The center features secure keypad entry, dedicated age-appropriate learning centers, and large playgrounds with safety surfaces. Their comprehensive program includes phonics-based reading readiness, early math concepts, science exploration, and creative arts. They offer flexible scheduling options and provide healthy meals through their nutrition program. The center emphasizes character development and social skills while maintaining detailed portfolios to track each child's progress.