Beckley, WV

The Goddard School in Daniels serves the Beckley area with a comprehensive F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with creative play. Their curriculum focuses on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) concepts through hands-on activities. All teachers are highly qualified with degrees in early childhood education and participate in ongoing professional development. The facility features secure entry systems, age-appropriate playgrounds, and bright, modern classrooms with educational technology. Parents appreciate the daily communication through the proprietary app and the focus on social-emotional development alongside academic readiness.

Kiddie Academy of Beckley utilizes their proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum that integrates character development with academic learning. The program emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies through project-based learning. Their security features include coded entry systems, comprehensive background checks for staff, and secure indoor play areas. The center maintains low teacher-to-child ratios and employs educators with early childhood credentials. The facility includes dedicated infant rooms with separate sleeping areas, STEM learning stations, and outdoor nature exploration spaces. Nutrition is provided through their healthy meals program developed by childhood nutrition experts.

Little Peoples Daycare & Learning Center is a locally-owned facility serving Beckley with a play-based learning approach that incorporates West Virginia Early Learning Standards. Their curriculum emphasizes literacy development through daily reading sessions and phonics activities, while also focusing on social skills and independence. The center features secure facilities with monitored access, age-segregated playgrounds with safety surfaces, and classrooms organized into learning centers. Staff members hold Child Development Associate credentials and receive ongoing training in early childhood best practices. The center is known for its family-like atmosphere and strong communication with parents through daily reports and regular conferences.