Santa Clara, NM

Silver City Head Start provides comprehensive early childhood education and family support services with a focus on school readiness for low-income families. The program follows the Creative Curriculum and emphasizes social-emotional development, cognitive skills, and physical development. All lead teachers hold early childhood degrees and the center maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios. The facility includes age-appropriate classrooms, outdoor play areas, and provides nutritious meals and snacks. What makes this center stand out is its wraparound family services including health screenings, dental care, and parent education programs, serving as a community hub for early childhood development in Grant County.

Little Angels Learning Center offers a nurturing Christian-based environment with a strong academic foundation. The center uses a play-based learning approach combined with structured activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development. All staff are CPR and First Aid certified with ongoing professional development in early childhood education. The facility features secure classrooms, age-appropriate learning centers, and safe outdoor playgrounds. What distinguishes this center is their emphasis on character development and individualized learning plans, along with their flexible scheduling options that accommodate working families in the Silver City area.

Deming Early Childhood Center is a public school-based program offering high-quality early education with certified teachers and structured curriculum aligned with New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines. The center focuses on kindergarten readiness through literacy-rich environments, STEM activities, and social skills development. Features include speech therapy services, occupational therapy, and inclusive classrooms. The facility boasts modern classrooms, specialized play areas, and comprehensive safety protocols. What makes this center exceptional is their integration of special education services with typical preschool programming and their strong partnerships with local community resources, serving as a regional leader in early childhood education.