East Marion, NY

Southold Preschool & Child Care Center offers a comprehensive early childhood education program serving the North Fork communities including East Marion. Their play-based curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development, literacy, and STEM activities. The center features certified early childhood educators with low student-teacher ratios, secure facilities with coded entry systems, and spacious outdoor play areas. They provide nutritious meals and snacks, regular parent-teacher conferences, and developmental assessments. The center is known for its warm, family-like atmosphere and strong community connections.

Peconic Community School serves families throughout the North Fork including East Marion with a progressive, project-based educational approach. Their early childhood program focuses on hands-on learning, environmental education, and social development. The school features highly qualified teachers with advanced degrees, small class sizes, and extensive outdoor learning spaces including gardens and nature trails. Safety protocols include secure facilities, comprehensive background checks, and emergency preparedness training. The school emphasizes community involvement and offers flexible scheduling options for working families.

Kindercare Learning Center in Mattituck provides comprehensive childcare services to families in East Marion and surrounding North Fork communities. The center follows a research-based curriculum that includes early literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Features include state-licensed teachers with ongoing professional development, secure facilities with surveillance systems, and age-appropriate learning environments. The center offers nutritious meal programs, regular progress reports, and enrichment activities. As part of a national network, they maintain high standards for safety, curriculum quality, and staff training while providing consistent, reliable care for working families.