Summit Hill, PA

Bright Horizons at Lehigh Valley Hospital is a NAEYC-accredited center offering a comprehensive early education curriculum focused on school readiness. The center features highly qualified teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education and maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum emphasizes literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development through hands-on learning. The facility includes secure entry systems, dedicated age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor play areas. As part of the Lehigh Valley Health Network, they prioritize health and safety protocols with on-site nursing support and comprehensive emergency procedures.

Growing Place Preschool & Child Care Center serves the Carbon County region with a play-based learning approach combined with structured academic preparation. The center holds a STAR 4 rating from Pennsylvania's Keystone STARS quality initiative, indicating the highest level of early learning quality. Their curriculum includes Creative Curriculum components with emphasis on literacy development, STEM activities, and social skills. The facility features secure classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, and fenced outdoor play spaces. Staff members hold Pennsylvania early childhood certifications and receive ongoing professional development. The center offers flexible scheduling and serves children from 6 weeks through school age.

Carbon County CARES provides comprehensive early childhood education and family support services through federally funded Head Start and Early Head Start programs. The center focuses on school readiness through evidence-based curricula that address cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Their program includes health and nutrition services, family engagement components, and special needs support. Teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain Pennsylvania teaching certifications. The facility features developmentally appropriate classrooms, learning centers, and safe play areas. As a community-based organization, they offer sliding scale fees and comprehensive support services for families throughout Carbon County, including Summit Hill residents.