Strafford, VT

This accredited Montessori school serves the Upper Valley region including Strafford with a comprehensive child-centered approach. They offer authentic Montessori education with certified AMI teachers, mixed-age classrooms, and individualized learning plans. The curriculum emphasizes practical life skills, sensorial development, language arts, mathematics, and cultural studies. Their beautiful campus features natural outdoor learning environments, gardens, and purpose-built Montessori classrooms. The school maintains excellent teacher-to-student ratios and focuses on developing independence, concentration, and social skills. They serve children from 18 months through elementary years with a strong community focus and parent education programs.

Located just across the river from Vermont, this NAEYC-accredited center serves families throughout the Upper Valley region including Strafford. They implement the World at Their Fingertips curriculum focusing on literacy, mathematics, science, and social-emotional development. The center features state-of-the-art security systems, dedicated age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. Highly qualified early childhood educators provide individualized attention with low child-to-teacher ratios. They offer enrichment programs including music, movement, and Spanish language exposure. The center maintains strong partnerships with Dartmouth-Hitchcock medical professionals for health and safety protocols.

This nonprofit childcare center serves Vermont and New Hampshire families with a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. They focus on social-emotional learning, cognitive development, and physical growth through structured and unstructured play. The center features modern, secure facilities with age-specific learning environments, natural outdoor play spaces, and dedicated art and music areas. Their experienced teaching staff includes early childhood professionals with advanced degrees and ongoing professional development. The program emphasizes nature exploration, creative expression, and community connections. They offer flexible scheduling options and maintain strong communication with families through daily reports and parent conferences.