Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Education Center in Kannapolis
At Kids' Korner Child Development Center, we have dedicated ourselves to nurturing children's growth since 1984. Our family-owned center provides a secure, inclusive environment where experienced educators foster social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through research-based curricula. With over 300 combined years of staff expertise, we implement the Creative Curriculum aligned with North Carolina Foundations of Learning to create personalized educational experiences. Our seven classrooms maintain strict child-to-teacher ratios while offering specialized learning centers that evolve with children's developmental needs. Security surveillance, nutritious meals, and four developmentally appropriate playgrounds ensure comprehensive care.As a 5 Star Licensed facility, we combine structured educational programming with flexible remote learning support and transportation services to local schools. Our commitment to family partnership is demonstrated through the Procare Family Engagement App and regular parent-teacher communication. The center's philosophy emphasizes discovery-based learning through play, preparing children for academic success while celebrating individual uniqueness. Our leadership team, including Director Danielle Mauldin with her Birth-Kindergarten Education degree, maintains active involvement in daily operations to ensure consistent quality across all programs.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
After-School Care
Summer Camp
Remote Learning Support
Transportation Services
Nutrition Programs
Developmental Activities
Parent Engagement App
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated since 1984
- Over 300 combined years of staff experience
- Research-based Creative Curriculum implementation
- Secure facilities with surveillance and controlled entry
- Transportation services to 8 local elementary schools
Associations and certifications
- 5 Star Licensed
- NC Pre-K Program
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program provides personalized attention for children aged 6 weeks to 12 months in a safe, stimulating environment. Certified caregivers maintain a 2:10 staff-to-child ratio while focusing on sensory development, motor skills, and early language acquisition through age-appropriate activities and nurturing interactions.
Preschool Education
The Creative Curriculum framework guides our preschool programs for children aged 2-5 years. With specialized learning centers and 1:18 staff ratios, we emphasize social-emotional development, pre-literacy skills, and STEM concepts through play-based exploration aligned with North Carolina Foundations of Learning standards.
After-School Care
Kids Next Door provides structured after-school care for elementary students with project-based learning activities. Our program supports academic reinforcement through guided homework help, arts and crafts, physical fitness, and social skill development in a supervised environment.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp offers engaging activities for school-age children including field trips, STEM projects, and outdoor recreation. The program maintains a 1:15 staff-to-child ratio while promoting creativity, physical development, and social interaction through themed weekly adventures.
NC Pre-K Program
State-funded NC Pre-K classroom serves eligible four-year-olds with licensed educators maintaining 1:9 staff ratios. The curriculum follows state standards for school readiness across five developmental domains while providing free, high-quality early education aligned with local school calendars.
People
Danielle Mauldin
Owner/Director
With over 20 years of leadership experience, Danielle Mauldin directs operations at Kids' Korner. Her Birth-Kindergarten Education degree and commitment to quality care ensure the center maintains its reputation for excellence in early childhood development.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks through elementary school age with specialized programs for infants, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we provide three nutritious meals daily including breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack following USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines.
Is transportation available?
Yes, we offer transportation to and from 8 local elementary schools including Forest Park, Carver, and Shady Brook Elementary schools.
What safety measures are in place?
Our facility features security surveillance systems, controlled entry access, and strict sign-in procedures to ensure child safety at all times.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, our Kids Next Door summer camp provides structured activities and field trips for school-age children during summer months.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement the Creative Curriculum framework aligned with North Carolina Foundations of Learning standards for early childhood development.
