Darlington, MO

Little Lambs Preschool & Childcare operates as a ministry of First Baptist Church of Lamar, serving families throughout Barton County including Darlington. The center provides a faith-based educational approach with developmentally appropriate curriculum for all age groups. Their program emphasizes Christian values, early literacy, and social-emotional development. Features include secure entry systems, certified early childhood educators, low student-teacher ratios, and structured learning environments. They offer nutritious meals and snacks, indoor and outdoor play areas, and age-appropriate learning centers. The facility maintains state licensing and has an excellent safety record with regular inspections.

KinderCare Learning Center in Carthage serves families throughout Jasper County, including Darlington residents. As part of the national KinderCare network, this center offers comprehensive early childhood education with research-based curriculum including phonics, math, science, and creative arts. The facility features secure keypad entry, certified teachers with early childhood credentials, and developmentally appropriate classrooms. Their program includes regular progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, and enrichment activities. The center maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios, provides nutritious meals, and offers flexible scheduling options for working families.

Little Sprouts Learning Center in Lamar serves the Darlington community with a play-based educational approach that emphasizes hands-on learning and social development. The center features state-licensed educators, secure facilities with surveillance systems, and age-appropriate learning environments. Their curriculum focuses on early literacy, STEM activities, creative expression, and physical development. The facility includes separate playgrounds for different age groups, nutritious meal programs, and regular communication with parents through digital platforms. They maintain excellent safety protocols, including background-checked staff and emergency preparedness training, with strong parent satisfaction ratings for their personalized attention and developmental tracking.