Goodard School at Apex caused a huge stress in our lives. One day, child protection service officer…read morecalled me that there is a complaint against me. As you can imagine, this was quite unsettling. I went through the interview patiently. I was told that the complaint was done by the Goddard School. The complaint was that I take walks with my younger child, without taking my elder child with me, and this was suspicious. I had been doing this for more than a year. So what had happened? What had happened a few days before that was that I had a disagreement with the director. The CPS officer, after satisfying herself by asking me all kind of questions, told me that they have received complaints like this in the past. Based on their feedbacks, they have realized that Goddard is very nice to the parents at the time of enrollment. A year or two after that, on any disagreement, they use one parent against the other. Or if they don't like something about you, they complain to the social service, on some pretext. By this time , the parents cannnot make the children go through a disruptive change, by changing the school. The school is obviously expert in human behavior, and has calculated this in its "art" of keeping the parents in check. The parents then start "working with" the school. She finally told me that the CPS service check is routine, and she will get back. The service was called off in about a month and a half. It was not actually called off. Only when I checked back with them, I received a mail stating "no services required". Needless to say, that month and a half, I was fighting with my own worst fears. I just prayed this to go away. I do not wish that this school happens to you.

We enrolled our daughter at The Goddard School and after 3 months, we pulled her from the program…read more The school is very secure and seems to be clean. The owners (husband & wife team) are on-site. He is friendly, outgoing and makes it a point to know all of the kids and parents by name- the wife, not so much. The old Director & Assistant Director were both very nice - not sure if they've left or have both been on vacation, but the new person that has been there has been really rude, to the point that I have dreaded having to call or go in to the school. The tuition was ridiculously expensive ($986 for part time, M-F 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM), but there didn't seem to be anything more or better than what a "regular" preschool would be doing. They also don't provide lunch, which seems a little unreasonable at that price point. Bottom line - it's just okay. It's overpriced for what it actually is. I'm pretty confident that we can find something just as good, if not better (nicer staff, more welcoming environment) at a more appealing price.

Having moved here from South Africa, this has become our go to place when my husband and I want a…read morequick coffee or lunch together or a few hours to shop without our kids (aged 4 and 6). (We have no family/grandparents here to babysit!) Our kids love being dropped here. The staff are warm and welcoming and there are usually a few other kids for ours to interact with. They always complain when we collect them and want to stay longer which is a good sign! We can't wait for lockdown to be over so we can have a date-day again and our kids can go back to their fave spot to play!

I think it's great that more and more drop-in daycares are becoming options for parents who either…read morejust want a quick date night, or have errands to run! It can be difficult to nail down a babysitter these days, so we like to utilize these options when needed. We have only been once, but our son loved it. The girl working there at the time was super nice, and the place looked clean which is a definite plus! The location is convenient for those living in Fuquay or Holly Springs and the hours are great too. We used them for a Thursday evening and had no issues dropping or picking up our son! I prepaid for some hours ahead of time which I think is a great option that they offer. Since we have some hours still left, we definitely will be back!

A wonderful work home with fantastic coworkers. A modern answer to the needs of parents, and other…read morebusy professionals would like a space that is warm, but also functional.

Just joined Blush & couldn't be happier! As a mom of 3 with an active 8 month old, blush has given…read moreme a space to concentrate on my work by providing excellent childcare & workspace in one space!

I've had such a wonderful experience with The Learning Experience Apex! Their infant care is…read moreexceptional, and it gives us so much peace of mind knowing our baby is in such a safe, nurturing environment. The teachers are truly amazing, so attentive, caring, and dedicated to helping each child grow. You can tell they genuinely love what they do. If you're looking for the best preschool in Apex NC, we highly recommend them!

I absolutely LOVE my TLE family. I started here in February 2024 as their Curriculum Coordinator…read moreand am HAPPY to go to work everyday with such wonderful staff and families. I love the children dearly and love helping them learn. The Learning Experience brand is one of a kind and the characters are great. The owners and higher management are some of the best people I have ever worked for in my 29 years of experience! #TLE

This used to be called Carolina Kids but now it's Learning Tots Academy. The classrooms are very…read morebig but the class sizes are small compared to a lot of the other preschools around the area, so kids get a lot of room to play and aren't cramped in a noisy, crowded environment. The facility has 3 playgrounds outside, and an inside playground with a ball pit for rainy days. My son loved his time at Learning Tots, especially the water play days. He was very sad to move onto Kindergarten where they wouldn't have water play every week. He really misses all his friends and teachers from this preschool.

We have been here for almost two years and it was a decision that we have never regretted. The…read morestaff cares about my son and he loves going to school to see his teachers. I never have to worry about his well-being while at Learning Tots Academy. The owner and the lead teacher are superb and the teachers are as well.

My two children have been going to Noah's Ark for years. I love their individual attention given to…read moremy children. I trust their staff to have their best interest in mind. I love the al a carte services!! My children are morning care only, Noah's Ark provides transportation to all the neighborhood schools. If there is ever a time where I need Noah's Ark to pick up my children it can be arranged on the same day, even though notice is preferred. This has been such a blessing to me as a single mom. On teacher work days I can enroll my children in a day camp where special activities and a lunch are planned. This program is exactly what this mom needed when we moved to NC from the DC area!

From the owner: Christian full day camps for elementary school aged children. Daily field trips and we provide…read morefree lunch. NO other childcare does more for your children. ANYWHERE

I can't believe there aren't any reviews for this excellent child care center! We LOVE Bright…read moreBeginnings. My child is still in the youngest class for now, but every staff member knows her by name and compliments her constantly. The staff is super sweet and nurturing, and we love the owners and director! I was referred here by a friend who's daughter has been here for years, and I'm so thankful for the recommendation. It's a great location on 55 in Cary near High House. And I love it because it's a 5 star school, but you can tell the children are there to be children and to have fun, while learning and being in a safe and clean environment. While we were searching for day cares, I kept touring all the corporately owned places like Primrose and Bright Horizons, you can tell they look good on paper, but the staff doesn't seem to work there because they're passionate about it. It's just a job to them. I love that Bright Beginnings is a smaller ratio classrooms, family owned by educators, conveniently located, and lastly SAFE school for my child. We will be here until Kindergarten!

I am in LOVE with this school!! The entire staff does so well taking care of my babies. I love how…read morepassionate they are about their education and IT SHOWS! The Director is family oriented and even as busy as she is, she walks around the school and allows the kids in her space, talking to them and listening to their stories. My girls love this school. The youngest still cries when I pick her up and those tears for me are tears of comfort and joy knowing my babies are blessed to be taken care of so well. The afterschool teachers are just as great. I appreciate them ALL.

My son absolutely loves school. He has moved to the pre-school class and the teachers are very…read morestrong. I went to a party and another parent said "You guys are at Lightbridge?! That curriculum is amazing." My son loves his teachers and was so happy to see them again after vacation. He often says "I will tell my teachers about this." He is eager to please them. The Quality: the teachers know what they are doing. The kids jump around in the morning and sit quietly during lunch. It doesn't feel chaotic but under control, safe and calm. There are free and paid specials - free music and gym are free. There are also paid dance classes (Little People's Creative Workshop) and Soccer (Soccer shots). My son loves all of these and it's certainly convenient for us. My son has started really looking at books on his own, recognizing letters, writing letters etc. We are very happy with his progress and his teachers. They have a big screen in his class which they use for yoga, music, lessons etc. Value: It's not cheap, for sure. But many people don't know that religious-sponsored schools do not have to adhere to safety/quality standards which is one of the reasons why they are cheaper. My son is safe, happy and healthy in school. They provide meals but you can opt out if you'd like. They provide generally healthy options for kids and my son likes to eat there. It's a great school.

They no longer offer part time care unfortunately but if you're looking for a full time place this…read moreis a good fit. We were lucky enough to get part time care before they switched. We had to pull our kid out unfortunately, but for personal reasons nothing to do with the daycare. We're very sad because we loved Ms Felicia in the infant room. There's an app to communicate with the teachers and to watch the video feed if you want to which came in handy when I wanted to see when I could get him if he was sleeping or not. I'm sad that when we are able to go back to daycare we won't be able to do it since they won't accept part time kids anymore. I can't vouch for the other rooms just the infant room but honestly the whole staff is really nice and welcoming.

warning: only use this service if you want unreliable, undependable, and unavalable childcare to…read moreensure your most precious thing in your life is left standing at unopened doors when you have paid several weeks in advance for services they cannot render!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! if no stars were available that is what i would rate this place. as i have to at least provide one to make a review, i am doing the minimum possible to ensure other families are not in the same conundrum that i am in at this time. i sent this to management today, 6/26/26, 9:40am via email given there is absolutely no alternatives to contact anyone when you arrive and they are not there: i request to be contacted by management immediately. this is unacceptable, completely unprofessional, and cannot be. i have had so much respect for the mission and vision of this operation since my son was born in 2019. knowing that we are trusting our children - our priceless treasures with you all, has been supreme in choosing to continually book services. that trust has been 100%, irrevocably broken. this is the third time since camp started last week that staff has been late. this is the first and the last time, however that no staff was present to receive my child at 8am or the other children and parents standing along the sidewalk. at 8:20 no phone response. no emails. no phone calls. absolutely nothing on facebook or instagram or the website. no sign. no update. nothing! no phone response. no alternatives for contact but the phone number on the door at the front desk where no one is! i arrived, as usual at 7:45, waited and continued to wait for opening. i come from pittsboro to chapel hill to cary everyday!!!!! at 8:24 i left and families were still waiting and i refused to continue this debaucle. i paid several full weeks in full and in advance to ensure my child would have the best care and the best summer experience while i am not available. i am, now, forced to pay double somewhere else safe for today that i trust to make it to work over an hour late! i backtracked! i lost time and gas and all respect for this place. i have just lost all probability to continue in a new position at work given this occurences at the start of a new job. i request full refund for time not used, including today. i am furious and disgusted that i trusted you all to make good on your services. i will never use, recommend, or do business with this organization again. i am not a person that posts like this, but this is absolutely essential for any parent considering this childcare option, camp, or service. do not do it!

Over $100 a day at 5 days a week is overpriced, especially for a daycare that lacks…read moreprofessionalism. This place is disorganized, the staff is non chalant, and their prices change based on who's paying. I paid less for 12 hrs then I paid for 8 hrs. I asked the staff 3-4 times is this all of my sons belongings they assured me it was, only to get home and find out his 2 toys he bought along with him were missing, also his shoes were missing. Staff said it fell out his book bag. The staff did not care that I had to fight thru rush hour traffic after working a 16 hr shift just to double back for my son's belongings. Do better, people work too hard to have their belongings go missing. (His mom drops him off and I pick him up, idk what he arrives at the daycare with.)

We are so grateful to have found this preschool! From the very beginning, the teachers and staff…read morehave created a warm, nurturing, and welcoming environment where our children have truly thrived. After moving from NJ we were in search of school here in NC that would be like a second home to our children. The teachers are exceptional--not only are they caring and dedicated, but their guidance, support, and expertise have meant so much to our family. We trust and appreciate their advice and the positive influence they have had on our children's growth, both academically and personally. The care that each teacher provided not only to our children but to us parents, as well, is priceless. The before and aftercare program has been a tremendous benefit for our family. It's reliable, well-organized, and provides a safe, engaging environment where our children are excited to spend time each day. What makes this school so special is its commitment to teaching strong principles and values. Kindness, respect, responsibility, and compassion are woven into everything they do, helping children build not only academic skills but also strong character. We couldn't be happier with our experience and wholeheartedly recommend this preschool to any family looking for a place where their child will be loved, encouraged, and inspired every day.

Our four-year-old daughter has attended Magnolia Montessori Academy for the last year. We can't…read morerecommend them highly enough. The curriculum has been outstanding and our daughter frequently comes home talking about what she learned that day. From lessons in sharing, English, math, and simply being a citizen of the world Magnolia has done a great job. Their facility is full of fun and educational materials. Every inch is meaningful utilized to spark learning and play. The team is top notch and has made our child feel seen, loved, and nurtured. We consider Ms. Marie and MS. Shelley to be superb educators and people we trust our daughter with. They are thoughtful, helpful, and kind. We visited several preschool options in Holly Springs and I can say we made a great choice. If you're interested in an excellent Montessori program in Holly Springs check them out!