Buckhorn, NM

Little Explorers Learning Center is a highly-regarded early childhood education facility serving the Buckhorn area from nearby Silver City. They offer a comprehensive play-based learning curriculum that incorporates Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches. The center features state-certified early childhood educators with low teacher-to-child ratios, secure entry systems, and daily developmental progress tracking. Their facility includes age-appropriate outdoor playgrounds, dedicated art and music rooms, and nutritional meal programs. Parents consistently praise the center's warm, nurturing environment and strong focus on social-emotional development alongside academic readiness.

Sunshine House Early Learning Academy is part of a respected national chain with strong local presence serving the Buckhorn community. They implement the company's proprietary Creative Curriculum® that focuses on literacy, math, science, and social studies through hands-on learning. The center maintains enhanced security protocols including coded entry systems, comprehensive background checks for all staff, and real-time parent communication through the Brightwheel app. Their qualified teachers hold early childhood education credentials and participate in ongoing professional development. The facility features modern classrooms, secure outdoor play areas, and developmentally appropriate learning materials.

Deming Head Start Child Development Center provides high-quality early childhood education services to families in the Buckhorn region, focusing on comprehensive child development and family support. The center follows the nationally recognized Head Start curriculum that emphasizes school readiness, social competence, and cognitive development. Services include health screenings, nutritional meals, dental care, and family engagement programs. Their certified teachers specialize in early childhood development and maintain low student-teacher ratios. The facility offers inclusive classrooms, therapeutic services for children with special needs, and strong community partnerships that enhance the educational experience for all children.