Bellport, NY

The Learning Experience in nearby Patchogue offers a comprehensive early childhood education program with proprietary curriculum including L.E.A.P. (Learning Experience Academic Program). The center features state-of-the-art facilities with secure entry systems, certified early childhood educators, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. They emphasize both academic and social-emotional development through structured play and learning activities. The facility includes modern classrooms, outdoor play areas, and provides nutritious meals. Their phonics-based literacy program and math enrichment activities prepare children for kindergarten readiness.

Kiddie Academy of Brookhaven provides educational childcare with their Life Essentials® curriculum that focuses on character development, literacy, and STEM activities. The center features highly qualified teachers with early childhood education credentials, low student-teacher ratios, and secure facilities with keypad entry systems. Their program includes daily communication with parents through an app, age-appropriate learning centers, and emphasis on social skills development. The academy offers flexible scheduling options and maintains rigorous health and safety protocols including regular sanitization and security monitoring.

Bright Horizons at South Setauket offers a research-based curriculum called The World at Their Fingers that emphasizes emergent learning through child-directed exploration. The center features highly educated teachers with bachelor's or master's degrees in early childhood education, comprehensive security systems, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Their emergent curriculum adapts to children's interests while ensuring kindergarten readiness through literacy, math, and science activities. The facility includes multiple outdoor playgrounds, modern classrooms with natural lighting, and follows stringent health and safety protocols with regular professional development for staff.