Your Child’s Bright Future Begins Here
The mission of The Lemonade Stand Childcare & Preschool is to provide high-quality, 5-Star early childhood education and care for children ages 0–12 years. We create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports each child’s social, emotional, physical, and academic development — while partnering with families to ensure lifelong success.
Early Learning
Two Campuses to Serve Your Family
Find us at our two convenient North Carolina locations. Stop by, call, or book a tour at the campus nearest you.
19619 W Catawba Ave
236 Barium Springs Dr
Learning Through Discovery
Our Montessori-inspired curriculum nurtures the whole child across four foundational areas.
Cultural
Cultural activities are a specific extension of the language curriculum where children begin to acquire a sense of historical fact, classification of physical geography, and an appreciation of cultural differences.
Practical Life
The study of self-help skills, focusing on four major areas: Care of Self, Care of Environment, Grace and Courtesy, and Movement.
Sensorial
A multi-sensory approach to education. Children are encouraged to learn by processing information gathered through the senses.
Math
Continues the cognitive math development begun in Practical Life and Sensorial, taking a sharper focus and more abstract thinking process with concrete materials.
Come see the difference
Experience why our children are HAPPY to learn!
What Makes Us Special?
Experienced Faculty
A warm, nurturing environment led by professional, well-trained, experienced faculty.
Innovative Learning
An innovative environment that fosters deeper thought and stimulates questioning and student-led research.
Parent Involvement
Meaningful opportunities for parent involvement in the school’s culture.
Natural Play Areas
Natural play areas and gardens the children help care for — promoting responsibility and independence.
Love & Care
Home-like learning environments built on warmth, trust, and genuine care for every child.
Our Programs
Thoughtfully designed classrooms for every age and stage — from infants to school-age children.
Infant Program
A nurturing, safe environment focused on bonding, trust, and early development.
- Individualized care routines
- Tummy time & sensory play
- Language exposure through songs & reading
- Safe sleep practices
- Daily communication with families
Young Toddler Program
Supporting growing independence while maintaining comfort and consistency.
- Gross motor development
- Social-emotional growth
- Introduction to routines
- Music, movement & simple art
- Early language development
Preppers Program
Encouraging exploration, curiosity, and early learning through play.
- Hands-on learning centers
- Early problem-solving skills
- Social skills & peer interaction
- Potty training
- Fine motor development
- Colors, shapes & numbers
Preschool Program
Preparing children for structured learning while keeping it fun and engaging.
- Early literacy & math skills
- Creative arts & expression
- STEM exploration
- Social responsibility & teamwork
- Classroom routines & independence
Pre-K Program
Building confidence and readiness for kindergarten and beyond.
- Kindergarten readiness skills
- Letter recognition & phonics
- Early writing & math concepts
- Critical thinking skills
- Emotional regulation & self-help skills
School-Age Program
A safe, engaging, and supportive environment to learn, play, build friendships, and develop life skills before/after school and during breaks.
- Before & after school care (transportation provided for Cornelius location)
- Homework support & quiet study time
- Social skills, teamwork & leadership
- Physical activity & outdoor play
- Independence, responsibility & decision-making
Where Childhood Comes to Life
Joining Is Easy
Choosing a childcare center for your child is an important decision. During your tour, we’ll answer any questions about our learning method and philosophy to ensure our school is the right fit for your family.
Submit an Inquiry
Tell us a little about your family and your child’s needs.
Schedule a Tour
Visit our classrooms and meet our caring, experienced team.
Submit an Application
Complete your application and welcome to the family!
Loved by Our Families
We’ve just relocated to Cornelius and couldn’t be happier with the team at The Lemonade Stand. The staff is so warm, inviting, and dedicated to our two little girls. We can’t wait to see enrollment grow!
This school has been a wonderful place for our family. The curriculum is engaging, the classrooms are inviting, and the staff always goes above and beyond. We’ve seen incredible progress in our child’s social and academic development. We highly recommend this program to any parent looking for quality care.
Warm, Welcoming, and Built for Every Child
The Lemonade Stand Childcare & Preschool admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, and is non-discriminatory in all our policies. We’re proud to be a home away from home where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow. Learn more about us →
Questions? Email us at lemonadestand46@yahoo.com — we’d love to hear from you.