Ranked in the top 10 overall across all 11 quality dimensions among every licensed childcare center in Waxhaw.
Best Arts & Enrichment
Earned the highest arts score in Waxhaw. This dimension captures music, visual arts, creative play, and enrichment programming that goes beyond core academics.
Full Ranking Detail
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Everbrook Academy of Waxhaw is a DCDEE-licensed, 3-star private childcare center serving children from 6 weeks through school age at its purpose-built facility on Providence Rd S. The center emphasizes a STEAM curriculum delivered through 'The Brook,' an interactive activity room with robotics and coding zones, and offers enrichment electives such as Spanish and yoga. A December 2024 inspection noted compliance gaps in activity planning and medical records, suggesting room for operational improvement despite its strong programmatic offerings.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Class sizes6.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: STEAM-based approach with integrated, hands-on learning. Uses a Cycle of Intentional Planning where teachers observe developmental milestones and customize weekly lesson plans based on individual children's interests and learning goals.
Programs & activities: Programs for infants (6 weeks) through pre-K and junior kindergarten. Enrichment includes Curiosity Cadets program, Spanish, yoga, robotics and coding zones, virtual playground, summer camp, before/after school care, and school break camps.
What sets it apart: Open Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. SproutAbout mobile app provides live classroom streaming for parents. STEAM zones and outdoor STEAM-inspired play systems. NC License #90000508.
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