West Mclean, VA

The Goddard School of McLean offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with creative play. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, art, and social-emotional development. All teachers hold degrees in early childhood education or related fields and receive ongoing professional development. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate classrooms, and outdoor playgrounds. The school emphasizes individualized learning plans and maintains low student-teacher ratios. Parent communication includes daily reports and regular conferences.

Chesterbrook Academy provides a comprehensive early education program with a research-based curriculum that includes phonics, mathematics, and hands-on science. The school features dedicated infant rooms with individualized care schedules, and progressive classrooms for older children. Safety protocols include secured entrances, comprehensive background checks for staff, and regular safety drills. The academy employs degreed teachers who specialize in early childhood development. Their enriched program includes foreign language exposure, music, and physical education. The campus offers modern facilities with age-appropriate learning centers and outdoor play spaces.

Bright Horizons at Tysons Corner offers the World at Their Fingertips curriculum, which combines emergent curriculum approaches with structured learning in literacy, mathematics, and science. The center features state-of-the-art security systems including keypad entry and comprehensive monitoring. All lead teachers hold bachelor's degrees and early childhood certifications. The program emphasizes project-based learning and developmental milestones tracking. Facilities include dedicated infant suites, STEM labs, art studios, and multiple outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups. The center provides nutritious meals and maintains excellent staff-to-child ratios exceeding state requirements.