Middlebrook, VA

The Goddard School of Staunton offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that focuses on academic readiness, social development, and creative expression. Their play-based learning approach is enhanced by STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) curriculum elements. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate playgrounds, and bright, clean classrooms. All lead teachers hold four-year degrees in education or related fields, and the school maintains low student-to-teacher ratios. The center provides nutritious meals and snacks, regular parent communication through the Goddard mobile app, and comprehensive safety protocols including background-checked staff and emergency preparedness training.

Kiddie Academy of Staunton provides comprehensive educational childcare with their Life Essentials® curriculum that balances academic preparation with character development. The program emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while incorporating technology and Spanish language exposure. The facility features secure keypad entry, camera monitoring systems, and dedicated learning centers for different developmental stages. Their highly qualified staff includes teachers with degrees in early childhood education, and the academy maintains state-exceeding safety standards with rigorous cleaning protocols and emergency drills. Parents receive daily activity reports and photos through the proprietary mobile app, and the center offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate working families.

Bright Beginnings Learning Center is a locally-owned childcare facility serving the Middlebrook area with a strong emphasis on individualized developmental care. Their curriculum combines structured learning with creative play, focusing on social-emotional development, early literacy, and kindergarten readiness skills. The center features secure facilities with fenced outdoor play areas, modern classrooms with age-appropriate learning materials, and a dedicated infant wing with separate sleeping and play areas. Staff members hold Child Development Associate credentials or higher, and the center maintains excellent teacher retention rates. Bright Beginnings is known for its warm, family-like atmosphere and strong parent-teacher partnerships, with regular progress reports and parent conferences. The center provides homemade nutritious meals and accommodates various dietary needs.