Jolo, WV

Little Peoples Daycare is Jolo's premier local childcare facility, serving the community for over a decade with comprehensive early childhood programs. The center focuses on developmental-appropriate learning through play-based curriculum, emphasizing social skills, early literacy, and motor development. Staff maintain excellent teacher-to-child ratios with certified early childhood educators who provide personalized attention. The facility features secure indoor learning environments and safe outdoor play areas. What sets this daycare apart is its strong community integration, family-like atmosphere, and flexible scheduling options that accommodate local working families' needs in this rural Appalachian community.

Located just 8 miles from Jolo in Gary, Tug River Health Center Head Start provides federally-funded high-quality early childhood education with comprehensive services. The program employs degreed early childhood specialists and follows evidence-based curriculum focusing on school readiness, cognitive development, and social-emotional growth. Services include health screenings, dental care, nutritional meals, and family support services. The center maintains excellent safety protocols with secure facilities and trained staff in pediatric CPR/first aid. Their holistic approach to child development, combined with extensive family engagement programs, makes this a standout option for McDowell County families.

Serving the greater McDowell County area from Welch (approximately 15 miles from Jolo), this comprehensive early childhood program combines traditional childcare with specialized developmental support. The center features licensed early childhood educators and behavioral specialists who implement structured learning environments with individualized attention. Curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development, pre-academic skills, and inclusive education practices. The facility includes modern security systems, age-appropriate learning materials, and therapeutic play spaces. Their unique integration of mental health support with early education, along with flexible payment options including sliding scale fees, makes this an exceptional choice for families seeking both quality childcare and developmental support services.