Hanover, PA

The Goddard School of Hanover offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic readiness with social-emotional development. Their state-of-the-art facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and dedicated play areas. Highly qualified teachers implement play-based learning with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) integration. The school maintains low student-to-teacher ratios and provides daily communication to parents through their proprietary app. Their comprehensive curriculum includes language development, social skills, and kindergarten readiness programs, with additional enrichment activities in music, yoga, and Spanish.

KinderCare at North Hanover provides a research-based curriculum focused on whole-child development through their Early Foundations® program. The center features secure facilities with coded entry systems, dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas, and age-appropriate learning environments. Their team includes early childhood educators with CPR and First Aid certification, implementing developmentally appropriate practices across all age groups. The program emphasizes literacy development, math concepts, and social skills through hands-on learning experiences. Additional features include healthy meal programs, outdoor playgrounds with safety surfaces, and comprehensive kindergarten readiness assessments. Parent communication is maintained through daily reports and regular conferences.

Strawberry Hill Nursery School operates as a community-focused nonprofit childcare center with a play-based developmental approach. Their experienced teaching staff maintains low child-to-teacher ratios and many educators hold advanced degrees in early childhood education. The center features a secure facility with fenced outdoor play areas, nature-based learning environments, and developmentally appropriate classrooms. Their curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development, cognitive skills, and physical coordination through structured play and hands-on activities. The program includes music and movement, art exploration, and emergent literacy activities. As a nonprofit, they maintain strong community partnerships and offer flexible scheduling options to meet diverse family needs, with particular emphasis on creating a nurturing, home-like atmosphere.