Green Mountain, NC

Little School of Burnsville is a highly-regarded early childhood education center serving the Green Mountain area with a comprehensive developmental approach. The center features a play-based curriculum that incorporates Montessori and Reggio Emilia influences, focusing on hands-on learning and individualized development. Certified teachers with early childhood education degrees create customized learning plans for each child. The facility includes secure indoor classrooms with natural lighting, age-appropriate outdoor play areas, and dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas. Safety features include secure entry systems, comprehensive background checks for all staff, and regular safety drills. The center emphasizes nutritional wellness with organic meal options and maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios that exceed state requirements.

Yancey County Head Start provides high-quality early childhood education services to families throughout the Green Mountain region with a comprehensive family-centered approach. The program follows the Creative Curriculum system, focusing on school readiness through literacy development, social-emotional learning, and cognitive development. All lead teachers hold bachelor's degrees in early childhood education or related fields, and the program maintains a 1:8 teacher-to-child ratio. The facility includes modern classrooms, a commercial kitchen providing USDA-approved meals, and secure outdoor learning environments. The program stands out for its extensive family support services, including parent education, health screenings, and family resource coordination. Safety is prioritized through rigorous staff training, regular facility inspections, and comprehensive emergency preparedness protocols.

Spruce Pine Montessori School serves the greater Green Mountain area with an authentic Montessori education approach that emphasizes child-directed learning and individual development. The school features AMI-certified lead teachers and Montessori-trained assistants who guide children through carefully prepared environments. The curriculum includes practical life skills, sensorial development, language arts, mathematics, and cultural studies. The facility includes specialized Montessori classrooms with natural materials, peaceful outdoor gardens, and dedicated infant environments designed for developmental appropriateness. The school maintains small class sizes and mixed-age groupings that foster peer learning and community building. Safety protocols include secure campus access, comprehensive staff background checks, and emergency response training. The program is noted for its strong parent communication and community involvement initiatives.