Blaine, OH

Kiddie Academy of St. Clairsville offers a comprehensive Life Essentials® curriculum that focuses on character development, literacy, STEM, and social-emotional learning. The center features state-licensed teachers with early childhood education credentials, secure entry systems, and modern classroom environments. Their educational approach includes hands-on learning activities, technology integration, and regular developmental assessments. The facility includes age-appropriate playgrounds, dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas, and nutritious meal programs. Parents appreciate the strong communication through daily reports and the center's commitment to safety protocols.

The Goddard School in St. Clairsville provides a play-based learning approach through their F.L.E.X.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience), which balances academic preparation with social development. The center employs degreed teachers who receive ongoing professional development in early childhood education. Features include secure keypad entry, live streaming cameras for parent viewing, and modern classroom technology. The curriculum emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and arts, with specialized programs in foreign language exposure and yoga. The facility includes multiple playgrounds designed for different age groups and offers enrichment programs throughout the year.

Martins Ferry Head Start provides comprehensive early childhood education and family support services through the federally-funded Head Start program. The center focuses on school readiness through evidence-based curricula that address cognitive, social, and emotional development. Services include health screenings, nutritional meals, dental care, and family engagement programs. The staff includes certified early childhood educators and family advocates who work closely with parents. The program serves children from low-income families and those with special needs, offering inclusive classrooms and individualized education plans. The facility maintains high safety standards and small teacher-to-child ratios to ensure quality care.