Johnson, VT

Building Bright Futures serves as the early childhood advisory council for Lamoille County, providing comprehensive support and resources for families and childcare providers throughout the region. While not a traditional daycare center, they maintain the highest quality standards and work directly with licensed providers in Johnson and surrounding communities. Their approach focuses on evidence-based early childhood development practices, offering developmental screenings, family support services, and professional development for educators. They collaborate with local childcare providers to ensure quality standards, proper teacher qualifications, and developmentally appropriate curriculum implementation throughout Lamoille Valley.

Children's Corner is a highly-regarded early education center serving families throughout Chittenden County and the broader region, including Johnson-area commuters. Their NAEYC-accredited program features a comprehensive curriculum blending play-based learning with structured educational activities. The center employs degreed early childhood educators with specialized training in developmental milestones. Facilities include secure, age-appropriate classrooms, outdoor learning environments, and dedicated spaces for creative arts and motor skill development. Their safety protocols exceed state requirements with secured entry systems, comprehensive background checks, and regular emergency drills.

Sunrise Early Learning Center operates as a nonprofit organization serving families throughout northwestern Vermont with a reputation for exceptional educational quality and inclusive programming. Their curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development alongside academic readiness, with certified teachers implementing research-based practices. The center features low teacher-to-child ratios, nutritious meal programs, and extensive outdoor learning spaces. Their staff includes master's level educators and specialists in early childhood development, providing individualized attention and comprehensive progress tracking. The center maintains strong community partnerships and serves as a model program for rural early childhood education in Vermont.