White Sands Missile Range, NM

The WSMR Child Development Center is a Department of Defense certified facility serving military families with comprehensive early childhood programs. The center features a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Early Learning Standards, highly qualified staff with Child Development Associate credentials, and secure facility access with rigorous safety protocols. The program emphasizes school readiness through play-based learning, STEM activities, and social-emotional development. As a military installation facility, it offers priority enrollment for Department of Defense personnel and maintains strict teacher-to-child ratios exceeding state requirements. The center includes modern classrooms, age-appropriate playgrounds, and nutritional meal programs meeting USDA guidelines.

Jornada Children's Center is a highly-regarded early learning facility serving the greater White Sands Missile Range area from nearby Las Cruces. The center employs a research-based curriculum incorporating Montessori principles with structured academic preparation. Features include certified early childhood educators, low student-teacher ratios, secure keypad entry systems, and daily progress reporting for parents. The facility offers bright, spacious classrooms, multiple outdoor play areas, and enrichment programs in music, art, and physical education. The center is known for its individualized learning approach, strong parent communication, and commitment to creating a nurturing environment that supports children's cognitive, social, and emotional development.

La Petite Academy of Las Cruces is a nationally accredited childcare provider serving White Sands Missile Range families with comprehensive early education programs. The center implements the exclusive Early Innovators® curriculum focusing on literacy, mathematics, science, and creative arts through hands-on learning experiences. The facility features secure environments with electronic entry systems, regularly trained staff with CPR and First Aid certification, and age-appropriate learning centers. The academy offers flexible scheduling options, nutritious meals included in tuition, and comprehensive school readiness programs. Their approach emphasizes character development, social skills, and individualized learning paths with regular developmental assessments and parent-teacher conferences.