Dowell, MD

The Goddard School in Lusby offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social development. Their state-licensed teachers create individualized learning plans for each child, focusing on literacy, STEM, arts, and physical development. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. They maintain low student-teacher ratios and provide daily communication through their mobile app. The curriculum emphasizes play-based learning while preparing children for kindergarten with structured academic components.

Little Footprints provides comprehensive childcare services with a strong emphasis on developmental milestones and school readiness. Their curriculum incorporates Creative Curriculum® alongside Montessori-inspired activities, focusing on hands-on learning and social-emotional development. The center features secure facilities with coded entry, certified teachers with early childhood credentials, and nutritional meal programs. They offer extended hours to accommodate working parents and maintain small class sizes with individualized attention. The program includes regular developmental assessments and parent-teacher conferences to track progress.

Operated through Calvert County Public Schools, this center provides high-quality early childhood education with Maryland EXCELS accreditation. The program follows Maryland's Early Learning Standards and incorporates project-based learning approaches. Certified early childhood educators implement developmentally appropriate practices with emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and social skills. The center features secure school facilities, structured learning environments, and integration with elementary school resources. They offer comprehensive before and after-school programs with homework assistance and enrichment activities, plus full-day summer camps with educational themes and field trips.