Ranked in the top 3 overall across all 11 quality dimensions among every licensed childcare center in Leland.
Best Space & Comfort
Earned the highest space and comfort score in Leland. This dimension reflects classroom size, outdoor play areas, and whether parents feel the center is appropriately staffed and uncrowded.
Full Ranking Detail
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Learning Bridge Leland is the Brunswick County outpost of the Learning Bridge of Wilmington network, operating at 9272 Post Office Road in Leland with a licensed capacity of 71 children from birth through age 12. As Leland continues its rapid growth as a Wilmington suburb, this 3-star licensed center serves families who need a local alternative to commuting into the city for childcare.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Class sizes7.0
Extracurriculars4.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Child-centered learning program focused on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, fostering trust, autonomy, initiative, and competence while allowing exploration within established boundaries. Founded by educators with elementary and early childhood education degrees and National Board Certification.
Programs & activities: Enrolls children from 12 months and up across multiple campuses (Leland, Midtown, Pine Valley).
What sets it apart: Mission is to provide quality child-centered learning that benefits children, families, and the community. A $75 nonrefundable waitlist deposit is required upon application.
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