Gibbs, MO

The Goddard School of Kirksville offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic readiness, social development, and creative expression. Their highly qualified teachers implement developmentally appropriate curricula with low student-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, modern classrooms, age-appropriate playgrounds, and comprehensive safety protocols. What sets this center apart is their emphasis on STEAM learning, daily communication with parents through the Goddard Connect app, and their commitment to nurturing each child's individual development through play-based learning and structured activities.

Kiddie Kampus Learning Center provides comprehensive childcare services with a strong emphasis on early childhood development and school readiness. Their curriculum incorporates Creative Curriculum® alongside Missouri Early Learning Standards, ensuring children develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. The center features secure facilities with monitored access, nutritious meal programs, and experienced early childhood educators with ongoing professional development. Notable strengths include their structured literacy programs, outdoor learning environments, and strong parent-teacher partnerships with regular progress updates and family engagement events.

Little Blessings Child Care & Learning Center offers a nurturing Christian-based environment combined with comprehensive early childhood education. Their program balances academic preparation with character development, using both faith-based and secular curricula to support whole-child development. The center maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios with qualified teachers who receive continuous training in early childhood best practices. Key features include secure facility access, age-appropriate learning centers, hands-on activities promoting cognitive development, and strong emphasis on social-emotional learning. Parents appreciate the warm, family-like atmosphere and consistent communication about their child's progress and daily activities.