Can't say enough great things about Gateway. I have my 3 year old and my 8 month old at Gateway. I…read morelove listening to my 3 yo tell me what he learned that day. It also makes you feel really good when you drop them off and they reach for the teachers to give them a hug and they are happy to see them. I know my kids are in the best hands (besides being at home) that they can be in. The staff and teachers are a pleasure to talk to and you can tell the genuinely care about you and your family. THANK YOU!

Corporate owners charged full price for 3 of the 8 business days they were CLOSED for the hurricane.read more

We used Giggles for the better part of 7 years until we moved away from the area this past…read moreSeptember and we miss Giggles! My wife and I are both VERY selective about anybody who would care for our children (we both have worked as attorneys with DSS and child abuse/neglect cases and kind of freak out about the horror stories we have been witness to). Giggles has always gone above and beyond for our family. They care about our kids, they know our kids, they (dare I say) love our kids. And we know so many others who feel the exact same way. While everyone can have a different experience, I would point out just how nice the Giggles area is for kids to play and have fun. Both of our kids tell us they miss Giggles, sometimes things at Giggles and sometimes people from Giggles. As a drop in child care facility there is never time when parents are not coming in and out, so the employees are always "on". There is never a time when there are not parents to see how things are going there, and they even have a webcam if you want to see your kid play when you are away. Without further rambling, i just wanted to say thanks to all the lovely folks at Giggles and tell y'all we miss you! Anybody looking for childcare would be lucky to have folks that kind and wonderful to help watch your kids when you cannot.

My 18 month twin girls had a blast playing at giggles while I was able to run some errands and even…read morehave a nice meal. They offer snacks and will keep your child's sippy cup filled with water so you don't have to worry about picking up hungry, grumpy kiddos. The price is more than reasonable. They also change diapers, so you don't have to wait until your child is potty trained to bring them here. I'm happy I can now enjoy dinner and a movie with my husband without the high cost of a babysitter, since we don't have to include the hour drive each way in our childcare expense anymore.

Absolutely one of the best childcare places in Wilmington. The teachers are friendly and caring…read more Buildings are bright and clean with plenty of space and activities for kids.

Very convenient drop in daycare in the Ogden area! Staff was great with my kids and it's a great…read morevalue!!

From the owner: Welcome to Happy Kids Drop-In Daycare!…read more Looking for affordable, safe, and fun care for your little one? We’ve got you covered! At Happy Kids Drop-In Daycare, we believe every child deserves a joyful, secure environment where they can play, learn, and grow. Whether you need occasional care or just a safe space for your child to have fun, we provide flexible, budget-friendly options that fit your needs. Why Choose Happy Kids? - Affordable Pricing – Quality care that doesn’t break the bank. - Safety First – Our trained staff and secure facilities ensure your child is always in good hands. - Endless Fun– With engaging activities, games, and learning opportunities, your child will never get bored! Call us today to find out why Happy Kids Drop-In Daycare is the trusted choice for parents who want the best for their children. Call or stop by to learn more and book a tour! *Because at Happy Kids, it's all about safety, fun, and making memories!*

Our almost three year old has been at Primrose School of North Wilmington for two years now and we…read morelove it! Every teacher and staff member has been nothing but kind from day one. Our girl has learned so much and has so much fun at school every day. We highly recommend!

I waited a while to write this review and I want all parents to know that this place is not at all…read moresafe for your children and the Director has no idea what's going on within her organization, which is why as of today my daughter was disenrolled without prior knowledge to me from this school. Being a parent protecting my child I posted about it online because one of their teachers ripped my daughters fingers out of her mouth causing them to bleed and when I reported it to her she said " that teacher thought she could do that because she was in a class of older kids." I have contacted DSS about this because they do not plan on doing anything about these teachers behavior. It's too expensive to send your children to this sorry excuse of a school...

My granddaughter started there this year, she is very happy. Moved from SC at the end of the…read moresummer so we were very concerned about how the change would affect her, the teachers are wonderful, class size is very manageable.

From the owner: Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center is an accredited daycare located in the Wilmington…read morearea that offers infant, toddler, preschool and pre-kindergarten programs. For over 40 years Primrose preschools has been a trusted household name and a nationally recognized daycare provider committed to forging a path that leads to a brighter future for all children.

My granddaughters go here, and we all love it and love the teachers they have had in their…read moredifferent class rooms. They are happy little toddlers and have always been treated well. I am ecstatic that they have a safe place with teachers and staff who understand child care and child development.

We have two children that have been attending for 3 years now. I cannot say enough positive things…read moreabout this school, as well as ALL of the teachers and staff that I personally have had interaction with. Our children LOVE going to school and adore their teachers. Our youngest is very strong willed and not afraid to express her emotions and what she is thinking. Strong personality children can be difficult for some to handle, that's why my husband and I are beyond grateful for Ms. Cynthia and her kind caring approach and pure love for our child.

Best child care in Wilmington! They are the sweetest owners and love all the children as if they…read morewere their own!

I would not recommend this place to anyone! We were super unhappy with the care we received. The…read moregirls working there seemed very young and didn't seem to know a lot of childcare.

**they remove bad reviews from google…read more We pulled our kid out of Kiddie Academy after just a few hours. We were so excited to get our girl back into daycare after a great experience at our last daycare. We recently moved to NC and chose Kiddie Academy after all the good reviews (which we are beginning to think are fake). We dropped her off after doing zero paperwork. The assistant director was very nice but the director, Courtney, couldn't have been less caring or friendly with us. We finally got access to the cameras a few hours after dropping her off. In the short 30 minutes of watching we saw the teachers be EXTREMELY rough with children, kids that weren't even ours. Slamming kids on their butts, dragging cots with kids in them across the room, yanking kids out of bed by one arm and flipping kids over in their cots so rough the kids looked like little ragdolls. We didn't see anything physically with our kid except for her being distraught and trying to get attention of the teachers who didn't give her as much as a pat on the head for comfort. It was an awful 30 minutes of watching video footage and we high tailed it to pick her up. After showing footage to the director she didn't apologize once or act like she cared at all. She did agree the behavior was rough when asked point blank but "she knows the teachers and they aren't rough"....the owner refunded us without as much as a phone call or email asking what happened. This daycare could care less about the well being of their students and it's truly sad. Be careful sending your kids here!

Our grandson attended KA of Wilmington. The director was often smug with an excuse for everything…read morethat was wrong with it. Poor response to emails, in person requests (to speak to owner) and other concerns etc It took other parents to tell us what they learned was going on in some cases. For ex, the kids were digging a hole in the play yard finding a construction nail, pipe , etc.and if hurt parent was not contacted. They are often sent home with very dirty clothes and hands which is okay if going directly home, but not if heading to a restaurant. Four year olds are unattended in bathrooms for 10 minutes per video tape. Safety wise could easily go in behind another parent (code used) .We could walk out with an unrelated child. They are understaffed and one time we walked in to see several blocks being thrown across the room by a classmate. When I brought it to staffs attention, she turned around and grabbed the classmate's arm and took him to sit on a beanbag chair, but I guess that's not considered time out because KA claims not to use that as a form of discipline . Apparently summer camp is offered only to favored students- no other criteria used or explained to parents. Parents reached out to other parents about this concern and then to the director who said the choice was randomly created due to space limitations. So while some kids left for fun camp activities, the others stayed behind. I think a schools director either makes or breaks a school. I guess as long as there is a critical need for daycare in the county, many will continue to look the other way.

I was the Director here from 2007-2012. We were a real family. This location has always been such a…read morefamily friendly structure. Totally community involved. I have been visiting g quite often lately and I feel the same loving vibe I did when I ran the place. The parents are so friendly and the staff is amazing. The Director Lauren is a breath of fresh air. I definitely recommend touring this facility and seeing if you feel the same.

From the owner: Located at 19 Lennon Drive, Childcare Network in Wilmington provides the foundation for children to…read moremove from infancy through elementary school and beyond as confident, lifelong learners. At our schools, children are encouraged and guided in order to thrive. Our curriculum covers all areas of development, including important social and emotional skills with activities that combine learning and fun to create happy, curious kids. Our dedicated staff and safe learning environments make our schools one of the best places to learn and grow. We are committed to fostering your child's development alongside your family and providing a safe space for children to learn and grow within the Wilmington community. Schedule a tour today to experience everything our programs have to offer!