Earned the highest safety score in Denton. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher quality score in Denton. This dimension weighs staff tenure, qualifications, warmth reported in parent reviews, and consistency of care across classrooms.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Denton. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
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kinderschool-age
University of North Texas Center for Young Children at Mean Green Village in Denton is a university-affiliated preschool program serving ages 3–5 in a play-based, emergent curriculum model. Supervised by UNT College of Education faculty and staffed by certified teachers and specialists, it serves as both a research center and training site for student educators, embodying research-based best practices. The program emphasizes culturally sustaining approaches with bilingual support for Spanish-speaking families and includes project-based learning and documentation practices. Hours run 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., though enrollment may prioritize the UNT community.
Safety9.0
Curriculum9.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality9.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Play-based, emergent curriculum built on the interests, curiosities and experiences of children ages 3-5, with teachers creating open-ended provocations through materials, interactions and experiences. Culturally sustaining focus integrating multicultural and multilingual backgrounds to build appreciation for human diversity.
Programs & activities: Bilingual program for Spanish-speaking families; documentation and project-based learning; play-based exploration and inquiry activities.
What sets it apart: Research-based, high-quality model preschool that serves as a research center and training site for UNT College of Education students, supervised by faculty, certified teachers and specialists. Serves ages 3-5; hours 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; located at Mean Green Village B, 1508 S Bonnie Brae St., Denton, TX 76207.
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