Boyne City, MI

The Children's Garden is a highly-regarded independent childcare center in downtown Boyne City offering comprehensive early childhood education. Their play-based curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development, literacy, and hands-on learning experiences. The center features certified early childhood educators with low teacher-to-child ratios, secure facilities with coded entry systems, and nutritious meal programs. They maintain strong parent communication through daily reports and regular conferences, with an emphasis on creating a nurturing, home-like environment that supports each child's individual development.

Located in nearby Petoskey and serving families throughout the Boyne City area, The Goddard School offers a nationally recognized F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic preparation with social development. Their state-licensed teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain ongoing professional development. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate playgrounds, and modern classrooms with STEM learning centers. The curriculum includes language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and creative arts, with daily communication to parents about their child's progress and activities.

Northern Lights Childcare & Preschool serves families throughout the Boyne City region with a comprehensive early childhood program focused on developmental milestones and school readiness. Their curriculum incorporates Creative Curriculum® with emphasis on literacy, mathematics, science, and social skills development. The center features degreed early childhood educators, secure facilities with surveillance systems, and USDA-approved meal programs. They maintain small class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratios and provide regular developmental assessments. The program includes outdoor learning environments, music and movement activities, and strong parent partnership programs with frequent communication and family events.