Gateway to Early Learning values having a staff with credentials, experience, and passion. Our team consists of 5 dedicated professionals who continue to further their education within the profession. We have a culmination of various areas of expertise among our group of teachers, from early childhood development to infant development. Our staff understands the importance of Early Childhood Education and it's impact on a child's educational career throughout their entire time in school. We strive to create a strong learning foundation for our students while also ensuring each child is developing key social emotional skills before they set off to Kindergarten.
With our staff, you will find that each employee is CPR/Infant First Aid Certified, has cleared an FBI Federal Background Check, and has completed mandatory state licensing training.
Samantha Cheetham, Columbia Falls, MT local, has taken over the Director role within Gateway to Early Learning, Inc. as of the 2025 school year. Samantha has been working within Early Childhood Education for 7 years, investing time into a Bachelor's of Science in Educational Studies to support her efforts within the ECE atmosphere. Holding accreditation from Kappa Delta Pi, the National Honors Society for Educators, Samantha upholds her commitment to the well being and care for the leaders of tomorrow.