The Plains, OH

The Goddard School of Athens offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic, social, and emotional development. Their play-based curriculum incorporates STEAM learning, language arts, and character development. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. All teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and receive ongoing professional development. The school emphasizes parent communication through daily activity reports and regular conferences, serving families throughout Athens County including The Plains area.

Primrose School of Athens provides Balanced Learning® curriculum that combines purposeful play with nurturing guidance from trained teachers. Their approach balances character development with academic readiness through proprietary programs like Harmony & Heart® for music and literacy. The school features secure facilities with dedicated infant rooms, age-specific learning centers, and protected outdoor playgrounds. All staff members are CPR and First Aid certified with background checks. The school maintains low student-teacher ratios and offers nutritious meals prepared on-site. They serve families throughout the Athens metropolitan area including The Plains community.

KinderCare's Athens location offers comprehensive early childhood education with research-based curriculum that supports cognitive, social, and physical development. Their programs include phonics-based literacy, math concepts, and hands-on science activities. The center features secure keypad entry, dedicated age-based classrooms, and age-appropriate playgrounds. Teachers participate in ongoing professional development and many hold early childhood education credentials. The center provides healthy meals and snacks through their cooking staff and maintains detailed portfolios tracking each child's developmental progress. They serve as a trusted childcare provider for Athens County families, including those in The Plains.