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917 CLANTON RD CHARLOTTE, NC

3 mi

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St. Mark’s CDC is a nurturing, faith-centered childcare community dedicated to caring for and educating children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. We provide full-day childcare, before- and after-school care, and a variety of enrichment programs designed to support each child’s growth emotionally, academically, socially, and spiritually. What sets St. Mark’s apart is our mission: to share God’s love by partnering with families, church staff, teachers, and our congregation to support the whole…
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225 Lambeth Dr. CHARLOTTE, NC

4 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Lambeth features a stunning outdoor play space surrounded by lush greenery and wide-open spaces for children to explore and enjoy. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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Reggio emilia
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1635 OAKHURST COMMONS DR CHARLOTTE, NC

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4 mi

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Everbrook Academy of Charlotte - Oakhurst is a trusted daycare and preschool in Chatlotte, NC, offering child care programs and summer camp. We provide full-time and part-time enrollment, as well as drop-in care options to support your family’s schedule. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, offers live streaming video, real-time updates, photos, and more to keep you connected throughout the day. Schedule a tour at 1635 Oakhurst Commons Dr. to see how we help children feel confident,…
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Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and families and provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. The communication from teachers and admin is wonderful as well! We are excited for all of our children to attend Everbrook."
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6215 E WT Harris Blvd CHARLOTTE, NC

6 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Harris has a great reputation with the locals for its child care program. The center is conveniently located in Charlotte’s East end and is close to major establishments and residential areas. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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Preschool
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Kindergarten
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Reggio emilia
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2726 W ARROWOOD RD CHARLOTTE, NC

7 mi

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Our beautiful preschool and child care center, which opened its doors in September 2009, is designed for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our school was previously known as Gateway Academy, but we changed our name in November 2019 as part of our school’s ongoing commitment to providing families access to the very best preschool programming. Every teacher at Cadence Academy Preschool, Whitehall has a genuine passion for the education of the children under their care. When you visit our…
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8515 MALLARD CREEK RD CHARLOTTE, NC

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7 mi

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Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is…
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Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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917 E W T HARRIS BLVD CHARLOTTE, NC

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7 mi

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At La Petite Academy on East W.T. Harris Blvd., your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Charlotte, NC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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6115 BRIGHTLINE PARK DR CHARLOTTE, NC

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7 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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Preschool

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1720 J N PEASE PL CHARLOTTE, NC

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8 mi

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At Tutor Time on J.N. Pease Place, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Charlotte, NC. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 1720 J.N.…
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8709 DAVIS LAKE PKWY CHARLOTTE, NC

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8 mi

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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and supports whole-child development — blending literacy, math, science, and social studies with social-emotional and physical growth. Whether you’re looking for school readiness, socialization, or love and care for your child while you work, we’re here to support…
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MEREDITH says "I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates every day while we are working, and it’s comforting to know my child is in safe hands. Highly recommend the Sunshine House to anyone!"
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9206 REAMES RD CHARLOTTE, NC

8 mi

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Previously known as Gateway Academy, Cadence Academy Preschool is proud to be part of the Cadence Education Family of Schools. Our alignment with Cadence provides us access to effective preschool programs like the Ascend Curriculum that you won’t find anywhere else. We take a skill-based approach to early childhood education, which gives our teachers the flexibility needed to individualize instruction to the interests and learning styles of each child in our care. Children build skill sets…
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5730 Dixie River Rd CHARLOTTE, NC

8 mi

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Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families, and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood education curriculum impacts…
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8823 ALBEMARLE RD CHARLOTTE, NC

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8 mi

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At Smart Kids Stream Academy your child is treated with love, care, and respect. We provide a fun learning environment for all age groups supervised by CPR/First Aid trained teachers. The facility also provides breakfast, lunch, and snack for the children. For additional information, please call the center.
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Brittany C. says "It has been a smooth transition for my now 3 year old and I love the teachers! "
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9221 S TRYON ST CHARLOTTE, NC

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9 mi

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At La Petite Academy on South Tryon, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Charlotte, NC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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9625 MALLARD GLEN DR CHARLOTTE, NC

9 mi

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Cadence Academy Mallard is a mile south of the I-85/I-485 Interchange in North Charlotte and was previously known as Gateway Academy. Our childcare center is conveniently located a couple blocks east of I-85 at the northwest corner of Mallard Creek Church Rd and Mallard Glen Dr. Cadence Academy Preschool is proud to be a part of the Cadence Education Family of Schools. One of the benefits of working with Cadence is that it gets us access to programs that you won’t find at other preschools.…
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8411 Beverly Crest Blvd CHARLOTTE, NC

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9 mi

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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each…
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Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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210 Pineville-Matthews Rd MATTHEWS, NC

10 mi

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We provide children from infancy to school age with a safe, fun environment to learn and grow. With over 230 schools across 10 states, children are encouraged and guided in order to thrive. Our curriculum covers all areas of learning, including important social and emotional skills with activities that combine learning and fun to create happy, curious kids. We also provide before and after school programs for school-agers with transportation to and from school, homework help, and an environment…
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Kindergarten
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1208 Sam Newell Road MATTHEWS, NC

10 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. We have a large age-appropriate outside play area and a great reputation with the locals. The center is conveniently located close to major establishments and residential areas. Learning Jungle Sam Newell’s child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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Kindergarten
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Reggio emilia
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13210 South Point Blvd. CHARLOTTE, NC

10 mi

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At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle South Point has a great reputation with the locals for its child care program. The center is conveniently located in Charlotte’s South end and is close to major establishments and residential areas. Our child care facilities and programs foster a lifelong love of learning and cater to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
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Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Reggio emilia
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Developmental (play-based)

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3015 WARNER GLEN DR CHARLOTTE, NC

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10 mi

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Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Highlands in NC offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

Pre-K Schools are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 85 listed pre-k schools

4889 - Everbrook Academy of Charlotte - Oakhurst

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships…

- Kayla S.

Chesterbrook Academy - Mallard Creek-Charlotte

We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and…

- Christine K.

7468 - La Petite Academy on East W.T. Harris Blvd.

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Charlotte, NC

Pre-k programs in Charlotte, NC offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Charlotte, NC, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Charlotte, NC typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Charlotte, NC programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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