Saugatuck, MI

The Goddard School of Holland offers a premier early childhood education program serving the Saugatuck area with their F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience). Their curriculum focuses on STEAM learning, literacy development, and social-emotional growth. The facility features secure entry systems, certified teachers with early childhood education degrees, and age-appropriate learning environments. They maintain low student-teacher ratios and provide daily communication to parents about their child's development. The school emphasizes play-based learning while preparing children for academic success with structured lesson plans and developmental assessments.

KinderCare at Holland provides comprehensive early childhood education with a research-based curriculum that focuses on whole-child development. Their program includes phonics-based reading readiness, mathematics foundations, and social skills development. The center features secure facilities with keypad entry, outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups, and nutritious meal programs. Staff members hold early childhood credentials and participate in ongoing professional development. The center offers flexible scheduling and maintains strong parent partnerships through regular progress reports and family engagement events. Their safety protocols include comprehensive background checks and emergency preparedness training.

The Saugatuck-Douglas District Library offers a highly-regarded preschool program that emphasizes literacy development and school readiness. Their early childhood specialists create engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that build foundational skills through storytime, crafts, music, and interactive learning. The program focuses on social-emotional development, early literacy, and cognitive skills in a nurturing environment. While not a full-day childcare center, their preschool sessions provide exceptional early education with certified early childhood educators. The facility is well-maintained with dedicated learning spaces and extensive educational resources. The program maintains strong community connections and offers additional family programming to support early childhood development.