Hayward, WI

Hayward Community Daycare & Preschool operates as a comprehensive early childhood education center serving children from infancy through school age. The facility emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices with a play-based learning curriculum that incorporates literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development. Staff members hold early childhood credentials and receive ongoing professional development. The center features secure facilities with controlled access, nutritious meal programs, and spacious indoor/outdoor play areas. Parent communication is prioritized through daily reports and regular conferences, with strong emphasis on building community partnerships and supporting family engagement.

Serving the Hayward area from nearby Spooner, this Head Start program provides comprehensive early childhood education with a strong focus on school readiness and family support. The curriculum follows Creative Curriculum standards with individualized learning plans for each child. Highly qualified teachers maintain low child-to-staff ratios and implement trauma-informed care practices. The program offers health screenings, dental care, and nutritional services alongside educational programming. Facilities include modern classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, and safe outdoor play spaces. Family engagement is central to their approach, with regular parent meetings and home visits available.

Minong Children's Center serves families throughout the Hayward region with a nature-inspired educational approach that leverages the Northwoods environment. The curriculum emphasizes outdoor learning, environmental education, and hands-on exploration while meeting Wisconsin early learning standards. Certified early childhood educators implement project-based learning and STEM activities appropriate for each age group. The center features secure facilities with camera monitoring, commercial kitchen providing healthy meals, and extensive natural outdoor play areas. The program maintains excellent safety records with regular emergency drills and comprehensive staff training in CPR/first aid.