Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Aberdeen, Angier & Carthage. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurriculars score in Aberdeen, Angier & Carthage. This dimension covers enrichment beyond core care — sports, languages, field trips, and special programs.
Full Ranking Detail
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The Village Learning Academy is Angier's largest licensed childcare center, holding a 4-star NC DCDEE rating and serving up to 195 children from infancy through school age. The center operates an on-site NC Pre-K program and extended hours with transportation, making it a practical hub for working families in Harnett County. However, documented inspection violations and limited positive parent reviews suggest operational consistency challenges that prospective families should weigh carefully.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality5.0
Compassion5.0
Management4.0
Culture5.0
Class sizes4.0
Extracurriculars6.0
What parents say
“This is one of the worst daycares I have ever experienced. No one is ever available to speak with you, cleanliness leaves a lot to be desired, the toys are old and run down, school-age students have nothing to do, and staff turnover is high.”
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