Set The Stage For
A Bright Future
Early Education Experts Guide Your Toddler's Growth: Mind, Body, & Soul
Set The Stage For
A Bright Future
Early Childhood Experts Direct Your Toddler’s Physical, Emotional, And Cognitive Development
Young Toddlers | 1 - 2 Years | Serving Greenville, New Bern, Morehead City, Ayden & Winterville, NC
First Steps: Welcome To Weeblers World!
Our Weeblers Class (9-15 months) provides a smooth transition from the calm Infant room to the vibrant Young Toddler Class (1-2 years). Your child joins a community of learners, exploring and engaging with peers, fostering social and cognitive development for exciting adventures ahead.
A Safe & Nurturing Environment For Your Child
Our dedicated teachers create a safe, nurturing environment where your child feels at home. We prioritize their emotional well-being, meeting their needs, and providing support during this transition. Trust that your child is in capable hands; ensuring their happiness and development are our top priorities.
Building A Solid Academic Foundation Through Guided Play
We believe in guided play for a solid academic start. Our highly qualified team with Early Childhood Education degrees dedicates time to interactive activities. They create a supportive environment where your toddler can thrive and learn, promoting cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Early Drop-Off? No Problem! Greenville & New Bern Locations Open At 6:00 a.m. & Our Other Locations Open at 6:30 a.m.
Frog Street Curriculum Promotes School Readiness
We use Frog Street to support toddlers’ cognitive development. Through intentional routines, sensory activities, storytime, and responsive play, we provide optimal input for orderly learning. These experiences help build cognitive skills and deepen understanding of the world, fostering cognitive growth and development.
Expanding Horizons Through Spanish Enrichment
We introduce engaging Spanish enrichment sessions to toddlers to help them explore a new language and culture. With expert guidance, children participate in interactive activities to develop language skills and gain a deeper appreciation for diversity, expanding their horizons and opportunities.
Fostering Independence & Social-Emotional Growth
In our nurturing environment, we focus on instilling good manners and autonomy in your toddler. Through tasks like eating, dressing, and potty training, we foster a sense of accomplishment. They develop independence, confidence, and social-emotional skills, forming connections and navigating social situations with empathy.
Ensuring Safety & An Enhancing Learning Environment
We continuously maintain and enhance your child’s learning environment, prioritizing safety. With restricted access, locked doors, internal cameras, and a secure yard, we provide a safe space for learning and growth. Your peace of mind is our priority as we create a nurturing environment for quality education.
Tailored Schedule & Personalized Attention for Your Child
We acknowledge each child’s uniqueness and create an individualized schedule to address their specific needs, focusing on strengths and weaknesses. Our expert teachers provide one-on-one attention to support developmental milestones, helping children thrive and reach their full potential.
Toddlers And Parents LOVE Their Natural Playground
Every class enjoys age-separated playground time and equipment for each developmental stage. Toddlers have so many options to explore! Plenty of activities to challenge and delight include:
- A musical area with life-sized chimes, drums, xylophone
- Gymnasium with mulch for safe adventures
- Treehouse to crawl through with sensory toys
- Toys Including cars, push cars, and sandbox
- Kids ride the tricycle track, try the train slide
- logs to climb, inchworm for crawling, and grass
Nutritious & Community-Focused Meal Time Routines
We prioritize the health and well-being of your child by offering a diverse menu featuring made-from-scratch food prepared with fresh ingredients. Our meal options include themed days such as Asian Day, Meatless Monday, Italian Day, Mexican Day, and All-American Day, ensuring that your child receives quality nutrition while experiencing a variety of flavors and cuisines.
Fresh & Nutritious Milk For Your Growing Toddler
We are proud to offer natural milk that is sourced and processed on the same day, ensuring that your child receives the freshest and healthiest milk possible. Our commitment to quality means that the milk undergoes minimal processing, preserving its nutritional value for your toddler’s growth and development.
Our Parenting App Supports All-Day Connection
Parents and teachers love the secure and straightforward messaging, making it easy to give and get information about all aspects of your toddler’s routines. Teachers share photos and videos throughout the day that will melt your heart and make you smile.
Teachers Are Both CPR And First Aid Certified, Which Gives You Peace Of Mind
frequently asked questions
Our teachers far surpass the necessary licensing and state requirements. Many of our teachers hold a degree in Education or their CDA. We offer several opportunities and scholarships for our teachers to continue their early childhood education.
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To maintain nutrition standards, children cannot bring in food, unless for special occasions like birthdays.
- Appropriate attire for outdoor activities
- An extra set of clothing including underwear and socks
Sunshine Schools are closed in observance of the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas
- Winter Break
Note: Depending on the day Christmas falls we may be closed the entire week.
Sunshines Schools will close early at 3:00PM
- 3rd Friday of each month for Staff Professional Development
- Good Friday
- Day before Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
Yes, if your child outgrows clothes or books, feel free to drop them off.
Yes. For safety, jelly shoes, flip flops, slip-on sandals, and shiny bottom shoes aren’t appropriate for outdoor play. Please dress your child in tied, Velcro, or buckled rubber-bottom shoes.
Birthday parties are every Friday. Please give the teacher a two-day notice if you wish to celebrate. Only store-bought items can be brought, and we are a nut-free facility!
Yes! You’re welcome to visit anytime, share your talents with the class, and join field trips.
Yes!—Enroll in an Apprenticeship and be eligible for educational and other financial support! Pursue your degree at no cost while still working paid hours in our center. Plus, earn industry-recognized credentials, enjoy personalized coaching, and gain transferable credits toward your Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood!
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Parent Testimonials
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This is a safe and great place to bring your kids.
The staff are super friendly here. They greet me and my lil one with smiles everyday and he enjoys going there.
He's been enrolled here for a year now and I've seen him thrive and grow up so much. They teach the lil ones just like they do the older ones. My 2year old loves it when you read to him now. He even interacts with you and turns the pages.
I do enjoy Sunshine scholars Academy. Your child is number one, so it is wonderful having a school like theirs that makes you feel at home. The staff is great and friendly. All staff are formiliar with every child enrolled at the academy. They have exciting events that occur every month. They show involvement which would make parents want involve themselves as well.
I cannot express how grateful I am for Sunshine Schools! From the moment we enrolled our child, we felt welcomed and valued. The staff is incredibly attentive and nurturing, creating a warm environment where children can thrive.
The curriculum is engaging and age-appropriate, fostering not only academic skills but also social and emotional development. My child has made so many friends and always comes home excited to share what they learned each day.
I absolutely love Little Sunshine Academy in Winterville! The positive environment they create makes such a difference, and my baby truly loves his teachers. The staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely cares about the children. It’s wonderful to see my little one happy and thriving each day. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a nurturing and supportive daycare!
I absolutely love Little Sunshine Academy in Winterville! The positive environment they create makes such a difference, and my baby truly loves his teachers. The staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely cares about the children. It’s wonderful to see my little one happy and thriving each day. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a nurturing and supportive daycare!
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Little Sunshine Academy in Winterville! From the moment we walked in, we felt the warmth and genuine care from the entire staff. The teachers are attentive, patient, and truly passionate about the children’s growth and happiness.
It has been amazing! I have my two foster kids out there and while I had never heard of the location nor knew anyone there the staff has been top tier from day one. I know everyday my kids are loved and taken well care of. The people truly enjoy their work and truly love the kids so I never have to worry if they’re okay.
"Great place that keeps kids involved..."
Ms. Tiffany is the best teacher my daughter has ever had. Great place that keeps kids involved and constantly challenged to do their best!
"The teacher and the leader are great..."
I love love love sunshine scholars! The teacher and the leader are great. Two year old classroom is an amazing learning environment
"A great environment and friendly staff..."
A great environment and friendly staff. I know that when I drop my daughter off that she is in great hands. They do a great job keeping you informed throughout the day which a plus.
"Staff is very nice and good with my son..."
Good place for kids the staff is very nice and good with my son and they let you know any problems or accidents that happen
"They are really good on keeping you informed..."
I love this place. The staff are super friendly and they are really good on keeping you informed about your lil one.
"The teachers and support staff are really amazing..."
My two have been here almost a year. The teachers and support staff are really amazing ❤ it is small, language-rich, safe and a blessing to our fam!
"You will receive the highest quality service..."
You will receive the highest quality service when your child is enrolled in Little Sunshines Academy ❤️
"He loves daycare and we know that’s because of his teachers"
Thank you for all the hard work, love, and attention you give our boy! He loves daycare and we know that’s because of his teachers.
"We love you so much for taking care of the love of our lives."
"Y’all are all amazing and we appreciate everything y’all do every day for all the children. Keep up the great work!"
"Jax and I appreciate you caring for him like your own and all the fun activities you plan for the class!"
"Thank you for All you do! You are creating the next generation and I can’t wait to see them grow up!"
"Thank you both for make an impact on Weston’s life and paving his way to success in his future."
Kindergarten will be here before we know it and we know he will be ready because of you.
"To the staff of Sunshine Schools, Thank you so much for all you do to care for, nurture and develop our children. May God bless you all and keep you safe"
"Teaching is a hard job. You all make it look easy!!! Thank you for all that you do for our little one. God Bless!"
"Thank you for everything that you do for Bella"
We can see lots of growth in her academically. We appreciate the care and attention you give her. THANK YOU!!!
"Thank you for your dedication to our children!"
"Thank you for taking the time to prepare Bentley for Kindergarten, your patience and kindness is unwavering."