Ranchos De Taos, NM

The Goddard School of Taos 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 state-licensed teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain low student-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, modern classrooms with age-appropriate learning centers, and outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups. They emphasize STEAM learning, literacy development, and character building through play-based curriculum. The center provides nutritious meals and maintains comprehensive safety protocols including regular drills and secure check-in systems.

This nonprofit early childhood center focuses on comprehensive child development through research-based curriculum and individualized learning plans. The center employs certified early childhood educators with specialized training in developmental milestones and inclusive education. Their program emphasizes social-emotional learning, cognitive development, and physical coordination through structured and unstructured play. The facility includes secure indoor learning environments, age-appropriate outdoor play areas, and dedicated spaces for creative arts and motor skill development. They maintain strong parent partnerships with regular progress reports and family engagement activities, while providing nutritious meals through their USDA-approved food program.

Mountain Cloud School offers a unique nature-based early childhood program that integrates outdoor education with academic preparation. Their curriculum combines Montessori-inspired learning with New Mexico state early learning standards, emphasizing hands-on exploration and environmental awareness. The school features extensive outdoor classrooms, gardens, and natural play spaces that encourage connection with the high desert environment. Certified teachers with backgrounds in early childhood development and environmental education provide individualized attention in small class settings. The program focuses on developing independence, problem-solving skills, and community values while preparing children for elementary school transition through literacy-rich activities and mathematical thinking.