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The FUTURE is

Gold Star Bright

Children Thrive In Culturally-Sensitive
Care That Now Spans Over 2 Decades
The FUTURE is

Gold Star Bright

Children Thrive In Culturally-Sensitive
Care That Now Spans Over 2 Decades
THE FUTURE IS

Gold Star Bright

Children Thrive In Culturally-Sensitive
Care That Now Spans Over 2 Decades

Preschool & Child Care Center Serving, Farmington, NM

Now Enrolling in Crouch Mesa 6 Weeks to 12 years Old

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Huntzinger is NOW FULLY OPEN!

Join us in the celebration as we welcome families back! Explore our programs today!
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Click Here to Learn More about our Free PreK Program!

Get Ready to Be Amazed

The Moment You Walk Through The Door!

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Farm-To-Preschool Gardens Inspire Healthier Lifestyles

Farm-To-Preschool Gardens Inspire Healthier Lifestyles

Being a Farm-to-Preschool pilot site means fresh food grown onsite and in partnership with local farmers. Your child gets hands-on fruit and vegetable gardening experience and brings home produce and recipe cards, so the whole family benefits from the program.

An Award-Winning Menu At No Extra Charge To You

Chef Ryan takes pride in creating healthy, delicious meals in his state-of-the-art commercial kitchen. He partners with nearby farmers and uses fruits and veggies grown onsite to deliver award-winning, home-cooked food that meets or exceeds state standards for child nutrition.

Playgrounds & Open Spaces For Safe Outdoor Adventures

Playgrounds & Open Spaces For Safe Outdoor Adventures

Spacious, well-equipped playgrounds for every age group mean your little one gets safe daily outdoor play. They have room to practice their budding gross motor skills in areas created just for them, including specially designed spaces for infants and toddlers.

Our Owner Knows & Cares About You & Your Family

Barbara is the Early Childhood Sector Leader for 100% San Juan County Coalition and holds membership in the NM Child Care and Education Association, working tirelessly to ensure local families receive great subsidies, free Pre-K, and incredible care and learning from highly-qualified teachers.
Our Owner Knows & Cares About You & Your Family
Trained, Dedicated, & Diverse Teachers Guide Small Classes

Trained, Dedicated, & Diverse Teachers Guide Small Classes

Your child’s teachers reflect rich diversity, including Native American and Hispanic heritage. These qualified, passionate, highly-educated leaders give your child the exceptional education they deserve with skill, experience, and empathy. 

We Believe In Small Class Sizes:

Class

  • Infants
  • 2-year-olds
  • 3-year-olds
  • 4-year-olds
  • School Age (5 - 12)

New Mexico

  • 6:1
  • 10:1
  • 12:1
  • 14:1
  • 15:1

AGSA

  • 4:1
  • 6:1
  • 8:1
  • 10:1
  • 12:1

Personal Support Helps Kids Prepare For School

Participation in NM FOCUS and NM Pre-K gives your child’s teacher the freedom to create and tailor the curriculum based on observation, needs, and individual development. Your little one gets personal support to head to kindergarten fully prepared.

Learn More About FREE Pre-K For 3- & 4-Year-Olds
Personal Support Helps Kids Prepare For School

Field Trips & Visitors Bring Excitement To Their World

Whether a visit from the police or fire department or a trip to Townsend Farms, your child connects with the community with engaging field trips and in-house visitors that help them learn about the world outside their front door.

Daily Communications With Convenient, Handy Parent App

Your easy-to-use Procare® app puts your child’s day at your fingertips. Teachers send you adorable photos and videos, classroom activity updates, and memos to keep you connected to your little one’s day and give you peace of mind.

Daily Communications With Convenient, Handy Parent App

We Support Families
Who Qualify For Subsidy

See If You Qualify For Subsidy Here

FAQs

All 3 centers are open Monday – Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
Staff clean and sanitize every day to ensure that all classrooms, common areas, and high-touch surfaces are spotless and germ-free. 
Our centers have restricted access entrances, internal-use cameras, sturdy playground fences, and all staff are certified in CPR. 

Hear What Parents Have To Say...

" I’m VERY thankful for the teachers at Gila..."
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My daughters LOVE going to school here. My kindergartner is still asked about and how much they miss her by Miss Gabby and Miss Anna. Now my pre-k daughter is enjoying it but misses Miss Catalina. I’m VERY thankful for the teachers there at Gila❤️ I always recommend this place

- Charmayne Betsuie

"The staff are so nice and his teacher is very patient with my son..."
★★★★★
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Love this place, my son has been going for 2 years and he loves it. The staff are so nice and his teacher,Ms Jaelyn is so very patient with my son and helped him a lot!! I am sad he is graduating but will be using their after-school program

- Deanna Shay

"The whole staff are welcoming and you can see and feel that they care for their students..."
★★★★★
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I will forever rave about AGSA! From the very first day I felt at ease and comfortable trusting them with my 7 and 5 year old. Both of my children have been with AGSA since they were babies. The whole staff are welcoming and you can see and feel that they care for their students which is amazing! I applaud how Marissa runs the center. She is doing an amazing job. I highly recommend them for childcare.

- Christie Harrison

"I know my kids are safe at. They have fun & they learn so much...."
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All 3 of our girls love going here. My 2 oldest love Ms Catalina. My youngest daughter adjusted very well. Everyone here is so nice & caring. Thank you guys for all you do! I'm glad I found a daycare I know my kids are safe at. They have fun & they learn so much. Keep up the great work!

- Sierra Sanchez

"Love my sons daycare he comes home with something new he has learned daily..."
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Love my sons daycare he comes home with something new he has learned daily! I have struggled with daycares that click with my 2 year old and all of gold star teacher especially G3, have gotten to know and understand my son for who he is and it has benefited him so much to have a teacher that understands him. He may be 2 but he has big feelings and he lets the world know them! Grateful for his teachers!

- Ashley

"He learned a lot and everyday he’d come back and surprise me..."
★★★★★
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My son finished the Pre K program and all I have are positive experiences. He learned a lot and everyday he’d come back and surprise me by the things he was taught. I am sad he is moving on but we’ve got our next child who will be attending this fall. I’ve reached a comfort in knowing and trusting that my child is safe in this school. Good school and great teachers. Ms Lana is the best. Very polite and helpful.

- Ashley

"Communication is great between teachers and parents..."
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Both of my children have been enrolled at Gold Star Elm since they were 3 months old. All of the teachers and their different personalities make for a great atmosphere for any child. Communication is great between teachers and parents. I am thankful for a place where I know my children are safe & well taken care of every day by the staff!

- Ashley

"My son will be starting Kindegarten smarter than ever..."
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Definitely recommend Gold Star for all kids! My son got the best education these past 2 years that he attended by the best teachers Ms. Jewels, Ms. Johanna, Ms. Jan and Ms. I Thank you Gold Star! My son will be starting Kindegarten smarter than ever☺️

- Victoria Gutierrez

"They have been amazing with my kiddo. 100% recommend this place!!"
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She started at 12mo and has flourished in the classroom. Her teacher is so attentive and fun and charismatic, she has a connection with each kid and she really takes her time with them. Front office staff are knowledgeable and helpful, even for this first time mama who cried after dropping my kid off the first day. 100% recommend this place.

- Ashley

"I always felt my child was safe and well taken care of with the staff!!"
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My daughter and her best friend both attended for the 18-19 Pre K year. My daughter had two amazing teachers who my daughter absolutely adored! Not only do I feel that she is now better equipped in her educational preparedness, but also in her social readiness to go to Kindergarten next year. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!

- Michayla Slade

"The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing, as well as the owner."
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I absolutely love this child care center! I attended when I was a toddler and a young child. Now, my children go there and they love it. The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing, as well as the owner. I have trusted this childcare center with my kids for years as well as my parents trusting it for me when I was younger. I would definitely recommend this childcare center!

- Angie Graciano

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How Old Is Your Child?

Infants

6 weeks - 11 months

Toddlers

12 - 23 Months

Twos

24 - 35 months

NM PreK

3 & 4 Year Olds

Before & After School

5 - 12 Years​

Summer Camp

5 - 12 Years​

We Have 5 Locations To Serve You

A Gold Star Academy & Child Development Center
A Gold Star Academy Gila Monsters
A Gold Star Academy Elm
A Gold Star Academy Crouch Mesa
A Gold Star Academy Huntzinger
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Our New Huntzinger Location Is Now Open, Featuring Exciting Programs & Activities For Kids. 

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