Fletcher, NC

The Goddard School of Fletcher offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.E.X. Learning Program that balances academic learning with creative play. Their STEAM-based curriculum includes language arts, math, science, and social studies while promoting social and emotional development. All lead teachers have bachelor's degrees or higher in early childhood education, and the facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate playgrounds, and bright, modern classrooms. They maintain low student-to-teacher ratios and provide regular parent communication through daily reports and an app.

Apple Tree Children's Center provides a nurturing, play-based learning environment with a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on whole-child development. Their program emphasizes social-emotional learning, cognitive development, and physical growth through hands-on activities and structured play. The center features secure facilities with coded entry systems, age-separated playgrounds, and dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas. Staff members are CPR and First Aid certified, and the center maintains excellent staff retention with many teachers having 5+ years of experience. They offer nutritious meals and snacks included in tuition.

Located just minutes from Fletcher in Arden, Valley Child Care & Learning Center serves the broader Henderson County area with a research-based curriculum that incorporates Creative Curriculum and Reggio Emilia-inspired approaches. Their program emphasizes project-based learning, literacy development, and kindergarten readiness skills. The center features secure facilities with surveillance systems, large outdoor play areas, and developmentally appropriate learning centers in each classroom. Teachers participate in ongoing professional development and maintain North Carolina Early Childhood Credentials. The center is known for its inclusive environment and strong parent partnerships through regular conferences and communication.