Dover, MO

ABC Early Learning Center serves the Dover area from nearby Lexington with a comprehensive educational program featuring the Creative Curriculum system. The center employs state-certified early childhood educators with an average of 8 years experience. Features include secure keypad entry, live streaming for parents, and USDA-approved meal programs. Their preschool program emphasizes kindergarten readiness with structured literacy and math components, while maintaining low teacher-to-child ratios of 1:4 for infants and 1:8 for preschoolers. The facility includes both indoor and outdoor learning environments with age-appropriate playgrounds and dedicated art/music rooms.

Small World Learning Center provides childcare services to Dover families from their Higginsville location with a play-based learning approach complemented by structured academic components. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or child development. The center features enhanced security systems including fingerprint entry and comprehensive background checks for all staff. Their curriculum includes Spanish language exposure, STEM activities, and social-emotional learning programs. The facility maintains separate age-appropriate classrooms with observation windows and offers flexible scheduling options for working families.

Bright Beginnings serves the Dover community with a research-based curriculum focusing on whole-child development. The center employs educators with specialized training in early literacy and developmental psychology. Safety features include secured perimeters, comprehensive camera systems, and strict health protocols. Their program includes daily progress reporting through a parent communication app, organic meal options, and enrichment activities like music and movement. The facility features modern classrooms with natural lighting, separate nap areas, and developmentally appropriate learning centers that encourage exploration and independence.