Wells River, VT

The Children's Center at Dartmouth-Hitchcock is a NAEYC-accredited facility offering comprehensive early childhood education with a research-based curriculum. The center features highly qualified teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education, low child-to-teacher ratios, and a play-based learning approach that emphasizes social-emotional development. Their state-of-the-art facility includes secure entry systems, dedicated age-appropriate classrooms, and extensive outdoor play areas. The program incorporates nutritionally balanced meals and maintains strong parent communication through daily reports and regular conferences. Serving families throughout the Upper Valley region including Wells River residents.

The Family Place is a highly respected early childhood center serving the Upper Valley region with comprehensive child development programs. Their NAEYC-accredited curriculum focuses on whole-child development through play-based learning, literacy enrichment, and social skills building. The center employs experienced early childhood educators with specialized training in trauma-informed care and inclusive education. Features include secure facilities, nutritious meal programs, extensive outdoor learning environments, and strong family engagement components. The organization also provides wraparound family support services, making it a community hub for Wells River area families seeking quality childcare with additional resources.

Little Feet Big Steps is a licensed childcare center serving the Upper Valley region with a strong emphasis on individualized learning and developmental appropriateness. Their curriculum blends Montessori-inspired activities with structured academic preparation, focusing on literacy, mathematics, and social development. The center maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios with teachers holding early childhood credentials and ongoing professional development. Facilities include secure access systems, age-specific learning centers, and safe outdoor play spaces. The program emphasizes parent partnership with regular progress updates and flexible scheduling options, making it accessible for Wells River commuters to the Lebanon/Hanover area.