Northfield, VT

Northfield Children's Center is a highly-regarded local childcare facility serving the Northfield community with a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. The center focuses on social-emotional development through structured play and hands-on learning activities. Staff members are Vermont-licensed early childhood educators with low teacher-to-child ratios ensuring personalized attention. The facility features age-appropriate classrooms, secure entry systems, and outdoor play spaces. They emphasize community involvement and maintain strong communication with parents through daily reports and regular conferences. Their program includes nutritious meals and snacks prepared on-site.

Located in nearby Montpelier (serving the Northfield area), Turtle Island Children's Center offers a nature-inspired, Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum that emphasizes exploration and child-directed learning. The center features highly qualified early childhood educators with specialized training in emergent curriculum and outdoor education. Their facility includes dedicated infant and toddler rooms, art studios, and extensive natural outdoor play areas. Safety protocols include secure access systems and comprehensive emergency procedures. The center is known for its inclusive environment and strong focus on social justice and diversity, with organic meals provided daily.

This hospital-affiliated childcare center in nearby Berlin serves the broader Central Vermont region including Northfield families. The center implements a research-based curriculum that integrates health, wellness, and early literacy development. Staff includes certified early childhood educators with additional training in child development and health safety protocols. The facility features state-of-the-art security systems, modern classrooms with natural lighting, and age-appropriate learning materials. Their program emphasizes STEM activities, language development, and physical activity, with nutritionally balanced meals prepared in their commercial kitchen. The medical center affiliation provides additional health and safety resources.