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K-ready7.5
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What parents say
“We love LSA. Staff is friendly and they genuinely care about the kids. They Partner with parents to ensure their child is thriving. Catherine makes a point to be connected in the community. Kids get to play outside every day, rain or shine, as long as it is safe to do so. My kids get excited to "go to school" every morning. They are learning and growing academically and socially. Highly recommend Little Scholars Academy of Kannapolis.”
“As a former prek teacher, I know how important it is to take care of your staff—that's a huge reason I decided to leave the field as I was not being taken care of. No one is eager to do their job properly when their own needs aren't being met or if they don't feel valued/respected. I love that you value your teachers! I'm excited to see our daughter grow here and excited to watch the growth of the school and community.”
“LSA is an incredible school! I work in the honeysuckle class room and my son attends in the Cherry class we have never loved a school as much as we love LSA. Reggio based has allowed my son the chance to embrace his inner artist since we are project based everything is student led and he has grown so much! Reggio is a loose parts based type of education style that really allows kids to use and learn with real world items and embraces child based learning.”
Safety7
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K-ready8
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Little Scholars Academy of Kannapolis is a women-owned, 4-star DCDEE-licensed private childcare center at 320 Russell St in Kannapolis, NC, serving children 3 months through age 5 using a Reggio Emilia approach. Founded in 2021, it has quickly earned a 5.0 Google rating from parents who praise the staff's genuine care and the school's commitment to keeping families involved in their child's learning journey.
Strengths
- 4-star DCDEE licensed with capacity of 76, serving infants (3 months) through Pre-K (5 years)
- Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum emphasizing child-led exploration, project-based learning, and creative expression
- Women-owned, founded 2021 with consistently top parent reviews (5.0 from 13 reviews)
- Warm, homelike environment with teachers and parents kept closely in sync
- Extended care options: 7:30 AM early drop-off and up to 6:30 PM pickup available
Considerations
- 4-star DCDEE rating, not the highest 5-star tier available in NC
- Founded 2021 — relatively newer center with a shorter operational track record
- No Yelp presence confirmed, limiting independent review cross-referencing
What parents say
“Staff is friendly and they genuinely care about the kids. My kids get excited to 'go to school' every morning.”
“Reggio based has allowed my son the chance to embrace his inner artist since we are project based.”
“This school really focuses on making sure the teachers and parents are on the same page.”
Safety8
Curriculum8
Art/Music7
Infant care8
K-ready7
Teachers9
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Mgmt8
Culture9
Class sizes7
Extracurriculars7
Kid's Korner Child Development, Inc. is a family-owned 5-star DCDEE-licensed childcare center in Kannapolis, NC, serving children from 6 weeks through age 12 since 1984. The center is widely praised for its long-tenured, compassionate staff and nurturing environment, making it one of the most established and reputable childcare options in Cabarrus County.
Strengths
- 5-star DCDEE licensed — highest NC rating, in operation since 1984
- Exceptional teacher retention praised by parents as a defining strength
- Warm, family-like atmosphere where staff build close bonds with children
- Broad age range served: infants (6 weeks) through school-age (12 years)
- On-site 6,000 sq ft gymnasium for before/after school program (Kids Next Door)
Considerations
- Located in zip 28083 — slightly outside Kannapolis 28081 core
- No public capacity number confirmed; enrollment waitlist possible given reputation
- Limited online review presence makes it harder to assess recent experience
What parents say
“The staff is so loving and friendly, it makes the kids feel like it's one big family. We have grown very close with the staff and it's reassuring to know our baby is in good hands while we are at work. Definitely recommend! The teacher retention rate is incredible which speaks volumes to the care provided by the facility.”
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What parents say
“The staff is so loving and friendly, it makes the kids feel like it's one big family. We have grown very close with the staff and it's reassuring to know our baby is in good hands while we are at work. The teacher retention rate is incredible which speaks volumes to the care provided by the facility.”
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“I sent my children here and did not have the best experience however the director truly has good intentions and values children. the teachers (just some... NOT ALL) didn't have the best attitude...”
“We love it here! Since the moment our first children started there we have been so impressed. The staff is friendly. The facility is clean. They take such good care of your children. The price is great.”
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“This is my son's second year and he just loves going...I like it because the classes are small and the teachers are great”
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“Working with the children. They are the reason we are there”
“Getting sick every week. I've never been that sick like that.”
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“Interesting place to work. The families were lovely. I enjoyed making the infant room what it was when the school began to grow. The layout of the school in unlike any other I have seen.”
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