Ranked among the top 3 childcare centers in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville across all 11 quality dimensions — placing this center in the very top tier of local options.
Best Teachers
Earned the highest teacher-quality score in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville. This dimension reflects staff credentials, tenure, warmth, and how consistently parents praise individual teachers.
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville. This dimension weighs literacy and numeracy foundations, school-transition preparation, and reported outcomes.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Holly Ridge, Jacksonville & Kenansville. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Full Ranking Detail
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Childcare Network #80A on Brynn Marr Road in Jacksonville is a 5-star licensed center serving 174 children from infancy through school age in western Onslow County. Director Jennifer Lopez prioritizes high-quality early learning and direct family communication via the CN Moments platform. USDA-approved meals, the HighReach curriculum, and NC Free Pre-K slots make this a strong full-service option near the Camp Lejeune corridor.
Safety7.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care8.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture8.0
Class sizes7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: HighReach Learning Curriculum with focus on physical, emotional, and cognitive development through hands-on, play-based learning.
Programs & activities: Programs for infants through school-age including creative arts, outdoor play, music, early literacy, educational field trips, and before/after-school care for Bell Fork and Thompson elementaries.
What sets it apart: 5-star NC Star Rating; USDA-approved free meals and snacks; keyless entry security; all teachers CPR/First Aid certified; state-funded NC Pre-K program available; open until 6:00 PM; nut-free allergy policy.
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