Ansley, NE

Little Sprouts Child Development Center offers a comprehensive educational program focused on whole-child development. Their curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning through play-based activities, structured academic preparation, and social-emotional development. The center features state-certified teachers with early childhood education credentials, maintaining low teacher-to-child ratios for personalized attention. Facilities include secure indoor learning environments with age-appropriate classrooms, outdoor playgrounds with safety surfaces, and nutritional meal programs. The center stands out for its strong parent communication system, regular developmental assessments, and commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment that prepares children for kindergarten readiness.

Operated by the Custer County School District, this early childhood center provides high-quality preschool education with a strong emphasis on school readiness. The program features certified early childhood educators and specialists who implement research-based curriculum aligned with Nebraska Early Learning Guidelines. The center offers comprehensive developmental screening, individualized learning plans, and inclusive programming for children with diverse needs. Facilities include purpose-built classrooms, specialized learning centers, and secure outdoor play areas. What distinguishes this center is its integration with the public school system, ensuring smooth transitions to kindergarten, and its commitment to serving all children in the community through sliding scale tuition and scholarship options.

Primrose School of Kearney brings nationally accredited early education to central Nebraska with their Balanced Learning® approach that blends purposeful play with nurturing guidance from trained teachers. The curriculum focuses on character development, literacy, math, science, and creative arts through hands-on experiences. The facility features secure, technology-enhanced classrooms, multiple age-appropriate playgrounds, and commercial-grade kitchen providing nutritious meals. Staff includes degreed early childhood educators who receive ongoing professional development. The school stands out for its structured daily routines, parent communication app with real-time updates, and commitment to developing independence, confidence, and essential school readiness skills in young learners.