Newtonville, NY

The Goddard School of Scarsdale offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social-emotional development. Their state-of-the-art facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play spaces. Certified teachers implement play-based learning with STEAM curriculum elements, focusing on literacy, mathematics, and social skills. The school maintains low student-teacher ratios and provides daily communication to parents about their child's activities and progress. Safety protocols include comprehensive background checks for staff, regular security drills, and strict health and cleanliness standards.

Bright Horizons at White Plains provides research-based early education through their World at Their Fingertips curriculum, emphasizing language, literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional development. The center features modern classrooms with natural lighting, dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas, and age-appropriate learning materials. Highly qualified early childhood educators hold degrees in education or related fields and receive ongoing professional development. The facility includes secure access systems, emergency preparedness plans, and nutritionally balanced meals prepared on-site. Their approach focuses on individualized learning plans and regular developmental assessments to track each child's progress.

Primrose School of Hartsdale delivers the Balanced Learning® approach, combining teacher-directed and child-initiated activities with a focus on character development and academics. Their curriculum includes literacy-rich environments, hands-on science exploration, and music and arts integration. The school features secure campuses with monitored entry systems, spacious playgrounds with safety surfaces, and well-equipped classrooms. All lead teachers hold early childhood credentials and participate in continuous training. The school emphasizes partnership with families through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and family events. Additional features include on-site chef-prepared meals and extended hours to accommodate working parents.