North Pitcher, NY

God's Little Children Preschool is a highly-regarded early childhood education center serving the North Pitcher and surrounding rural communities. Operating for over 15 years, this faith-based preschool provides a nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on developmental milestones and school readiness. The center features small class sizes with low teacher-to-child ratios, allowing for individualized attention. Their curriculum focuses on social-emotional development, early literacy, and foundational math skills through play-based learning. The experienced teaching staff holds early childhood education certifications and maintains ongoing professional development. The facility includes age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and a secure environment with strict safety protocols. Parents consistently praise the center's warm, family-like atmosphere and the dedicated staff's commitment to each child's growth and well-being.

The Children's Center of Cortland is a NAEYC-accredited facility providing comprehensive early childhood education services to families throughout Cortland County, including North Pitcher. With nearly two decades of operation, this center offers a research-based curriculum that emphasizes whole-child development through Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system. The highly qualified staff includes teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education and specialized training in infant/toddler development. The facility features secure, age-specific classrooms, indoor gross motor spaces, and developmentally appropriate outdoor playgrounds. Their program includes nutritious meal service, parent involvement opportunities, and comprehensive safety protocols including secured entry systems and regular emergency drills. The center is particularly noted for its inclusive environment and strong partnerships with local school districts for smooth transitions to kindergarten.

Bright Horizons at Cortland is part of the nationally recognized Bright Horizons network, serving families in North Pitcher and throughout Cortland County. This center implements the World at Their Fingers curriculum, which blends emergent, play-based learning with structured academic preparation. The program focuses on developing critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills through hands-on exploration and project-based learning. All lead teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and participate in ongoing professional development. The facility features state-of-the-art security systems, dedicated age-appropriate learning environments, and outdoor nature exploration areas. Bright Horizons is particularly noted for its comprehensive health and safety protocols, including rigorous cleaning procedures and staff training in pediatric first aid/CPR. The center offers flexible scheduling options and maintains strong parent communication through daily reports and regular conferences.