Safety7.5
Curriculum7
Art/Music0
Infant care0
K-ready0
Teachers8.5
Compassion8
Mgmt7.5
Culture8
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars0
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Considerations
What parents say
“Attentive and intentional teachers. I love knowing my child is safe as well as learning.”
“The teachers are great and have been there a long time. My child gets structured support.”
“Amazing leadership, not a lot of turn over, staff that communicates a cares about your child.”
Safety7
Curriculum9
Art/Music7
Infant care8
K-ready8
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes7
Extracurriculars7
Primrose School at Afton Village is a DCDEE five-star licensed private childcare franchise in Concord's Afton Village neighborhood, operated by Mike and Judy Walker since 2005 with capacity for 175 children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. The school holds dual accreditation and delivers the nationally recognized Balanced Learning curriculum, earning strong parent praise on Listen360 (113 reviews) for attentive, warm teachers and measurable child development outcomes. Three consecutive annual inspections have flagged correctable operational violations — primarily documentation and medication-handling issues — which families should weigh against the school's otherwise strong quality credentials.
Strengths
- NC 5-star DCDEE licensed — highest state quality designation, license #13000286
- Accredited by SEA (Southern Early Childhood Association) and Cognia
- Proprietary Balanced Learning curriculum covering Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts
- Serves broad age range from infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years), with Pre-K and Summer Adventure programs
- 113 parent reviews on Listen360 with consistently positive feedback on staff warmth and child development
- Owner-operated by Judy and Mike Walker since 2005 — stable, long-tenured leadership
- Uses Procare app for daily parent communication including photos and updates
Considerations
- December 2023 inspection cited medication administered without written authorization and insufficient infant sleep monitoring documentation
- June 2023 inspection found activity plan not current, leftover medication not returned to parents, and small hazardous items accessible to infants
- December 2022 inspection cited unsecured storage of cleaning supplies and corrosive agents
- No Google or Yelp ratings publicly indexed — limits external review visibility for prospective families
- Apple Maps shows only 5 reviews with a 2.6 average, suggesting a small but mixed public review footprint
What parents say
“Attentive and intentional teachers. I love knowing my child is safe as well as learning rather than being 'baby sat.'”
“Great and responsive staff. They genuinely care about your children and want them to succeed and grow.”
“We couldn't be happier with the care our son receives at Primrose! From the very beginning, the staff has been incredibly warm, attentive, and professional.”
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care8
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes7
Extracurriculars7
La Petite Academy on Transit Ct NW is a DCDEE 5-star licensed childcare center serving Concord since well before 2014, located conveniently off Highway 29. With capacity for 126 children from infancy through age 12, it offers a structured school-readiness curriculum, live classroom video streaming, and a long-tenured director. Parent reviews consistently highlight caring, engaged staff who form genuine bonds with children.
Strengths
- NC 5-Star licensed center with license #13000088
- Serves infants through school-age (6 weeks to 12 years)
- Director Jasmin Mason brings 30+ years of childcare experience
- SproutAbout app provides live classroom streaming for parents
- Curriculum includes enrichment electives: fitness, music, Spanish, and yoga
- Subsidized care accepted (DSS vouchers)
- Staff widely praised for warmth and engagement with children
Considerations
- A 2023 inspection cited 9 violations including playground fence issues and staffing documentation gaps
- Enrichment electives (music, Spanish, yoga) cost extra beyond base tuition
- Hours (6:30 AM–6:00 PM) may not accommodate all working schedules
What parents say
“My son has been attending La Petite for over a year now. I enrolled him at 9 months and was, as any parent would be, nervous about leaving him. Ms Cindy sent regular photos and videos of his day and I watched him grow and develop by leaps and bounds with social interaction. Each morning he runs over for hugs from his teacher.”
“La Petite has Amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. It is wonderful seeing my child get excited about going to daycare.”
“The staff is wonderful. They care about and engage with my children.”
Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture8
Class sizes7
Extracurriculars7
The Goddard School at Edison Square in Concord holds NC's top 5-star DCDEE rating and serves up to 143 children from infants through school age. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean classrooms, and the Wonder of Learning curriculum, though a small number of critical reviews flag management consistency concerns.
Strengths
- 5-star DCDEE rating — highest NC state quality designation
- Wonder of Learning curriculum developed by early childhood experts
- Staff praised for keeping parents informed with daily updates
- Clean, safe environment with structured age-appropriate learning
- Participates in NC subsidized childcare program
Considerations
- Some online reviews cite concerns about staff turnover
- At least one strongly negative parent review found online
- Google rating not publicly confirmed in available sources
What parents say
“Every time I come in to pick up or drop off I'm greeted with a big smile from Ms Erica. They do a great job keeping the parents informed, keep the classrooms very clean, and provide a safe environment for learning.”
“As a new parent, I don't know what I would do without the Goddard village and all the tips they have given me and the care they give my daughter.”
“It's no longer just a school it's our second home and everyone there is like family.”
Safety5.5
Curriculum7.5
Art/Music0
Infant care7
K-ready0
Teachers8
Compassion8
Mgmt0
Culture7.5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars0
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What parents say
“Placed is filled with love and excitement everyday!!! Especially at pickup and dropoff! Kids have so much confidence to be themselves, be happy and show it! Kadeja and Heather are amazing and excellent Teachers!!!!”
“The Goddard School of Concord is the best! Every time I come in to pick up or drop off I'm greeted with a big smile from Ms Erica.”
“They say it takes a village to raise a child. As a new parent, I don't know what I would do without the Goddard village.”
Safety7
Curriculum8
Art/Music0
Infant care6
K-ready0
Teachers8.5
Compassion8
Mgmt5.5
Culture7.5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars0
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What parents say
“Safety and security are a priority at the...”
“Friendly and thoughtful staff who take pride in where they work. We also love how appropriate our son's lesson plan is for his age!”
“The staff truly care about my child's wellbeing. He's learned and grown so so much and adores his teachers.”
Safety7
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers7
Compassion8
Mgmt7
Culture7
Class sizes7
Extracurriculars6
Speedway Academy & Preschool is a DCDEE-licensed private childcare center in south-central Concord serving infants through school-age children with a strong emphasis on play-based social and cognitive development. Parents give it top marks for communication and individualized attention, and the center accepts subsidized care — though its 3-star NC license and a handful of 2023 inspection findings suggest room to grow on the compliance side. Located in zip 28025 on Branchview Drive, it fills a practical need for families in this part of Cabarrus County.
Strengths
- Very high parent satisfaction with a 4.9-star aggregated rating from 71 reviews
- Low child-to-teacher ratio allowing individualized attention
- Regular parent communication via the Brightwheel app with daily activity and meal updates
- Serves infants through school-age (0-12 years) with broad program range
- Accepts subsidized childcare, making it accessible to a wider range of families
- Extended hours (6:30 AM - 6:00 PM) accommodate working parents
Considerations
- Holds a 3-star NC license rather than the 4- or 5-star ratings seen at some competitors in the area
- Multiple inspection violations documented in 2023, including infant feeding plan documentation and medication management issues
- Relatively new facility (opened May 2023), with a shorter operating track record
What parents say
“Low child-to-teacher ratio allows for individualized attention and tailored learning experiences. Regular updates via the Brightwheel app keep parents informed about their child's activities, meals, and overall progress throughout the day.”
Safety6
Curriculum7
Art/Music6
Infant care7
K-ready7
Teachers7
Compassion7
Mgmt6
Culture7
Class sizes5
Extracurriculars7
The Sunshine House of Concord is a large, NC 5-star DCDEE-licensed center at 3056 Weddington Rd NW serving up to 250 children from 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Its all-inclusive tuition model covers meals, Spanish, sign language, and enrichment, and a live camera app gives parents real-time classroom visibility. Recent inspections flagged safety and documentation violations that families should review, and the limited public review base (Yelp 3.5/3) makes a comprehensive parent-sentiment picture difficult to establish.
Strengths
- 5-star DCDEE rated facility (license #13000265) — highest rating available in NC
- Large capacity of 250 children serving infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years)
- All-inclusive tuition covers daily meals (breakfast, lunch, snack), Spanish, sign language, and enrichment programs
- Classroom cameras with live feeds accessible to parents via MySunshineHouse app for real-time updates
- Long-tenured director Kimberly Hutchins on staff since 2006, providing leadership continuity
- Transportation provided from six local schools; before- and after-school care available
- Enrolled in NC subsidized child care program; military benefits accepted
Considerations
- State inspection records reportedly noted a 2024 finding related to storage of hazardous materials; families may wish to review the facility's current licensing record for details.
- Inspection findings also included playground gate issues, electrical outlet safety, and medication storage lapses
- Yelp rating is only 3.5/5 across 3 reviews; Google Maps rating not publicly confirmed
- One Yelp reviewer reported filing a state complaint and withdrawing their child
- High capacity (250) means a large-facility feel that may not suit families seeking a more intimate environment
- Indeed employee reviews note staffing challenges and insufficient onboarding for lead teacher roles
What parents say
“Our son has been at the Sunshine house for almost 2 years. He absolutely loves it and so do we. The teachers are awesome and genuinely care about the kids.”
“My son has been going here since he was 6 months old. He absolutely loves it. All the teachers are fantastic and really love children!”
“If you are looking for a place where you feel like family, the Sunshine House is it.”
Safety0
Curriculum0
Art/Music0
Infant care0
K-ready0
Teachers6
Compassion7
Mgmt0
Culture6.5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars0
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What parents say
“it is a great place, my own child goes here. they really care about the children and create a good family community”
“I am in love with this school. The set up of the school is wonderful and I love the inclusion classrooms.”
Safety4.5
Curriculum7.5
Art/Music0
Infant care7
K-ready6.5
Teachers6.5
Compassion7.5
Mgmt5
Culture5.5
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars0
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What parents say
“The staff, the curriculum, and the environment are amazing. My son is flourishing at KA”
“Teachers and staff have been so incredible every step of the way...never had a single concern for the care of my child.”
“The love, care, and concern they give to my son is amazing...they communicate everyday about what's going on.”
Safety0
Curriculum6
Art/Music0
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers7.5
Compassion7.5
Mgmt4
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars6
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What parents say
“The director has a very bad attitude problem at this location. You can tell that she has No communication skills.”
“so much heart and caring mindset”
“Ms Cindy sent regular photos and videos of his day.”
Safety5
Curriculum7
Art/Music0
Infant care7
K-ready6
Teachers6
Compassion6
Mgmt4
Culture6
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
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“Kids R Kids Concord is an excellent childcare learning center! My son started October 2020, the center has done an excellent job keeping him safe and keeping us informed of any health concerns. I appreciate the owners and staff taking care of my son, and it means a lot to me when the owners know him by name! Thank you Kids r Kids for genuinely caring for our children during these unprecedented times! Highly recommend!”
“Absolutely the best daycare experience for my infant & 4 year old. Pictures and progress reports daily. Hands on learning activities my 4 year old absolutely loved! Learning Spanish & sign language. I'm wishing my schedule hadn't changed. I highly recommend KRK!”
“My son has attended this school for a year and a half now. Kunal and the staffing from day one have been more then caring and understanding. When my son was 6 months he would not take a bottle every school I went to refused to help and I really needed to get back to work. Kids R kids was the only daycare willing to put the effort in and try and even work with me and even allow me to come up there everyday to feed him if he wasn't getting enough milk for the day. Now he is in the 2 year old classes and he could not be happier. My son is totally a momma boy but as soon as he sees that door in the morning he's ready to go. There is no better daycare then Kids R Kids and the staffing and owner are beyond amazing. The school staffing makes you feel like family.”
Safety5.5
Curriculum7.5
Art/Music7
Infant care6
K-ready7
Teachers5
Compassion5.5
Mgmt4
Culture4
Class sizes0
Extracurriculars7
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Considerations
What parents say
“I LOVE Concord Children's Academy! My children are learning and exploring every day, but most importantly, they are safe, well cared for and loved.”
“This business discriminated against my children. One of my children broke out in hives due to them, not paying attention to his allergy list in school or just giving him milk to break him out then she kept raising the fee once I signed but never took the money so I was like OK she'll take the money when she finally took the money. It was time for me to pay two months. I guess she thought I couldn't afford it but I could and then here comes my kids getting reports on them no mornings my kids were terminated and i as I stated as a mother of three sweet, loving and harmless children being discriminated against will not be accepted, and I will continue to go to the fullest extent about my children.”
“Shiny on the outside, rotten in the inside”
Safety3.5
Curriculum0
Art/Music0
Infant care3
K-ready0
Teachers5.5
Compassion5.5
Mgmt6
Culture6
Class sizes3
Extracurriculars0
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What parents say
“they quoted us the preschool price for our infant over the phone, so we were blindsided by the actual price. Secondly, the staff seemed unorganized and a bit frazzled. They also only had two caregivers for 10 babies, when they advertise three.”
“The management is absolutely fantastic and always willing to accommodate staff needs.”
“great caring environment with hardworking employees. Teachers provide great care...”
Safety2
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“This is by far the worse daycare experience I've encountered. My daughter received a bruise/black eye and the director would not allow me to view the footage for the protection of the privacy of their kids.”
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