Ranked in the top 10 overall across all 11 quality dimensions among every licensed childcare center in Huntersville.
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Sunshine House Early Learning Academy in Huntersville is a 4-star DCDEE-licensed center at 14420 Reese Blvd serving children 6 weeks through 12 years with 165-child capacity. Parents consistently praise the warm staff and the center's use of Creative Curriculum, classroom cameras, and included meals, though inspection records from 2022-2024 note several compliance issues that the center should address.
Safety7.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes6.0
Extracurriculars7.0
What parents say
“I have not once worried that my child is in great, caring hands”
“They have made my son's first experience with daycare a very positive one.”
“My Son looks so forward to waking up every morning to go to 'school'”
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Creative Curriculum; emphasizes school readiness, emotional growth, and intellectual development with focus on literacy, Spanish language, and sign language programs.
Programs & activities: Infant through age 12 programs including Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After School, Summer Camp, and School Break Care. Enrichment includes Spanish instruction, sign language, literacy programs, Soccer Stars, and transportation to nearby elementary schools.
What sets it apart: NC 4-star rated and state-licensed; classroom security cameras with live parent feed; daily nutritionist-planned meals (breakfast, lunch, snack) included in tuition; MySunshineHouse app for photo/video updates; 50 years of operation; director holds Master's in Teaching with Technology and Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education.
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