Valdez, NM

Taos Day School offers a comprehensive Montessori-inspired curriculum that emphasizes individualized learning and developmental milestones. The center features highly qualified early childhood educators with specialized training in Montessori methods and child development. Facilities include secure indoor learning environments with natural materials, age-appropriate outdoor play areas, and dedicated infant care spaces with low teacher-to-child ratios. The program focuses on hands-on learning, cultural awareness, and social-emotional development, with regular parent communication and developmental progress tracking. Their safety protocols include secured entry systems, comprehensive background checks for staff, and rigorous health and cleanliness standards.

Taos Community Preschool provides a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances structured learning with creative exploration. The center employs certified early childhood educators with degrees in education and child development. Their approach integrates literacy development, STEM activities, arts integration, and social skills building within a nurturing environment. The facility features bright, well-equipped classrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds with natural elements, and dedicated art and music spaces. Safety measures include comprehensive emergency protocols, regular safety drills, and strict health and hygiene practices. The program emphasizes community involvement and cultural diversity, with strong parent-teacher partnerships and regular family engagement events.

Taos Head Start offers a comprehensive early childhood education program with a strong focus on school readiness and family support services. The center employs qualified teachers with specialized training in early childhood development and uses a research-based curriculum that addresses all developmental domains. Services include health screenings, nutritional meals, family engagement activities, and individualized learning plans. The facility features developmentally appropriate classrooms, safe outdoor play areas, and family resource centers. Their program emphasizes cultural and linguistic responsiveness, with bilingual staff and inclusive practices. Safety protocols include comprehensive staff background checks, secure facility access, and rigorous health and sanitation standards aligned with federal Head Start requirements.