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At The Hive Education, we’re here to nurture curious minds and kind hearts.

We give families peace of mind by providing children with a fun, safe, and loving space to learn, grow, and thrive. Our mission is to help every child become a creative, confident, and responsible individual, ready to make good choices and leave a positive mark on the world.

Proudly Growing Together in Southern New Mexico for 20+ Years

For over 20 years, we’ve been serving families in Southern New Mexico — with locations in Santa Teresa, Sunland Park, and Chaparral. Through experienced leadership, a heart for innovation, and a passion for early childhood education, we’ve grown into one of the region’s most trusted names in learning and care.

OUR FAMILY OF SCHOOLS

Bumble Bee
Learning Center

BumbleBee is a five-star, full day learning center offering Daycare, Early Pre-k, Pre-k, & Afterschool programs. Our learning center offers age-appropriate and intellectually stimulating programs that focus on the growth and development of the child’s essential skills, mental, physical (fine and gross motor), intellectual, social and emotional.

N.M. Children First

Learning Center

In collaboration with La Clinica de Familia gives children the very best start in life with Early Head Start. Designed to nurture and support your child’s physical, socio-emotional, and intellectual development, pregnant mothers can even benefit from these resources and services. In addition our facility has an afterschool program where kids relax in the Rattlesnake Lounge, finish their homework or socialize with their friends.

Brilliant Bees
Learning Center

At Brilliant Bees we capture each child’s enthusiasm for exploration and learning by providing age-appropriate, child-initiated and teacher-directed activities in a safe, nurturing environment. Our environment is designed to stimulate creativity, cognitive growth, and social interaction. Our Core services include: Daycare, Early Pre-K, Pre-K & Afterschool programs.

La Colmena is coming to Southern New Mexico

A new bilingual, STEM-focused academy where the next generation of thinkers, builders, and leaders gets its start. Ages 6 weeks through after school.

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Meet Daisy

“We at The Hive Education believe in the value of human diversity and their treatment of all people. Our desire is for excellence in meeting the needs of children and their families for nurturing, growth, developing relationships and understanding that our values and beliefs about children are deeply rooted in Early Childhood Education”

Daisy Lira
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Our Educational Programs

Infants

Our infant care program offers a nurturing and secure environment with lots of love and attention.

Toddlers

Our toddler program is based upon building and sustaining warm, trusting and responsive relationships

Preschool Program

Preschool children are active and always –busy-bee– working.

Enrichment Program

Our after-school program turn the aimless hours after school into productive learning time, promoting cooperation, support, and respect.

Testimonials

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The Hive Education has truly become a second home for our family. My child loves going to school every day, and we've seen incredible growth not only academically but emotionally too. The teachers genuinely care, and the family events make us feel part of something special.

Karla M.Parent
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As an early childhood educator, I admire how The Hive creates a nurturing, respectful environment where children are encouraged to express themselves and learn through play. It’s a place that values both education and heart.

Laura GEarly Childhood Teacher
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The Hive Education stands out as a true leader in our community. From workshops to outreach events, their team makes a meaningful difference in the lives of families and educators alike. I’m proud to support their mission.

Miguel R.Community Partner
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I attended one of Daisy Lira’s parent workshops and left feeling inspired and supported. The Hive Education isn’t just about teaching children — they empower families too.

Melissa T.Workshop Participant
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