Lakeview, NC

The Learning Experience in nearby Belmont serves the Lakeview community with a comprehensive early childhood education program featuring their proprietary L.E.A.P. curriculum. The center emphasizes both academic and social development through structured learning activities, character development programs, and age-appropriate technology integration. Features include secure entry systems, certified early childhood educators, nutritious meal programs, and modern indoor/outdoor play spaces. Their "Phonics and Numbers" program builds strong literacy and math foundations, while enrichment activities include yoga, music, and foreign language exposure.

This KinderCare location serves families in the Lakeview area with research-based curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices. The center features low student-teacher ratios, state-licensed educators with ongoing professional development, and comprehensive safety protocols including secure building access and regular safety drills. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, math, science, and social skills through hands-on learning experiences. Additional features include USDA-approved meals, outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups, and regular parent communication through digital platforms.

Gaston Day School's Early Childhood Program serves the broader Lakeview region with an exceptional Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to early education. The program features highly qualified teachers with advanced degrees, small class sizes, and extensive facilities including dedicated art studios, music rooms, and nature-based outdoor classrooms. Their emergent curriculum follows children's interests while building strong academic foundations in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. The program emphasizes project-based learning, environmental education, and character development within a secure campus environment with comprehensive safety measures.