Laurens, NY

Even Start operates as part of the Laurens Central School District, providing comprehensive early childhood education with a strong focus on family literacy. The program emphasizes parent-child interactive literacy activities, age-appropriate curriculum aligned with New York State learning standards, and qualified early childhood educators. Their approach combines early childhood education with adult education and parenting education, creating a holistic family support system. The center maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios and offers developmentally appropriate learning environments with certified teachers specializing in early childhood development.

Bright Horizons at Oneonta serves families throughout Otsego County including Laurens, offering a research-based curriculum called The World at Their Fingertips. The center features state-licensed early childhood educators with bachelor's degrees in education or related fields, comprehensive safety protocols including secure entry systems, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Their program emphasizes STEAM learning, literacy development, and social-emotional growth through hands-on activities. The facility includes dedicated infant rooms, toddler learning centers, and preschool classrooms with age-appropriate materials and outdoor play spaces.

Operated by SUNY Oneonta, this NAEYC-accredited center serves both campus families and the broader community including Laurens residents. The center employs highly qualified early childhood educators with bachelor's and master's degrees in education, maintaining exceptional staff-to-child ratios. Their curriculum is grounded in developmentally appropriate practices with emphasis on play-based learning, social skills development, and school readiness. The facility features modern classrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds, and comprehensive safety systems. The center is particularly noted for its inclusive environment, nutritional meal program, and strong parent communication system with regular progress updates and family engagement opportunities.