Ranked in the top 3 overall across all 11 quality dimensions among every licensed childcare center in Wilson.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Wilson. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best Arts & Enrichment
Earned the highest arts score in Wilson. This dimension captures music, visual arts, creative play, and enrichment programming that goes beyond core academics.
Best Kindergarten Prep
Earned the highest kindergarten readiness score in Wilson. This dimension measures literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skill-building that prepares children for elementary school.
Full Ranking Detail
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Childcare Network #324 is a North Carolina 5-star licensed childcare center at 2305 Madison Drive in Wilson, serving children from infancy through age 12 with a licensed capacity of 228. Part of the regional Childcare Network chain, it offers a structured developmental curriculum, USDA-approved meals, before-and-after school care, and keyless entry security. While the center carries the state's highest star rating and serves a broad age range, recent inspections have flagged recurring operational violations, and public parent review presence is limited.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes6.0
Extracurriculars7.0
What parents say
“We have used Childcare Network for two years now. The staff and Manager have been very helpful. Our grandchildren are always happy about seeing their teachers and other children at daycare.”
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Uses HighReach Learning Curriculum incorporating physical, emotional, and cognitive development through creative arts, outdoor play, music, and early literacy programs.
Programs & activities: Offers Before & Afterschool Care and School-Age programs (Young Achievers Club) with creative arts, outdoor play, and music. Transportation provided to three local elementary schools.
What sets it apart: 5-star NC Star Rated facility. Provides USDA-approved free meals and snacks daily, keyless entry for safety, flexible part-time care, nut-free policy, open until 6:00 PM, and parent communication via CN Moments photo updates.
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Top 3 in Wilson
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Best Curriculum
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Best Arts & Enrichment
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Best Kindergarten Prep
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Earned the highest kindergarten readiness score in Wilson. This dimension measures literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skill-building that prepares children for elementary school.</span>
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