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Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool Raintree, one of six Cadence Academy Preschools in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our early learning center provides high-quality daycare services for infants and toddlers, preschool programs that prepare young minds for future educational success, and school age programs and summer camp for elementary students. Families choose our Charlotte preschool because of our caring educators, play-based learning experiences, and commitment to supporting every stage of development.
And, as elementary schools are altering schedules, we are here to serve your needs and the needs of your school-aged children with enhanced programs to help with virtual learning sessions and more. We also participate in the Meck Pre-K program which provides quality preschool education for qualified families. To learn more and to apply for the Meck Pre-K program, click HERE.
Cadence Academy Preschool offers a variety of childcare and early education programs designed to support children at every stage of development. We have programs for every child, and our team can help you choose the right fit for your family.
Cadence Academy Preschool, Raintree is located at 8010 Strawberry Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, at the southwest corner of Pineville-Matthews Road and Strawberry Lane in the Raintree community of South Charlotte.
Our preschool and daycare serves families throughout Raintree and nearby Charlotte neighborhoods, including Ballantyne, Piper Glen, Providence Plantation, and surrounding South Charlotte communities. Conveniently located near major routes such as Pineville-Matthews Road, our school provides an easy drop-off and pick-up option for families commuting throughout the area.
Thanks to the flexibility of our Ascend Curriculum, we take an individualized approach to early childhood education and encourage every child to progress towards age-appropriate goals at their natural pace. New skills are introduced sequentially in 9 different learning domains each month and activities are modified to fit the interests and current skill level of each child. This skill-based approach to early education ensures that every child feels engaged, supported, and challenged and makes learning fun!
Another significant part of our curriculum is our Kind Child program. Kind Child is a year-long program for children ages two and older that helps our teachers nurture and strengthen every child’s social and emotional skills. We have found that when we focus on the emotional well-being of each child in our care, we strengthen our school as well. We are confident that Kind Child will continue to strengthen the culture of our entire preschool center by elevating every child’s feelings of happiness, improving their well-being, and enriching their friendships.
Cadence Academy Preschool Raintree is committed to providing a consistent, high-quality early learning environment where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn each day. Our focus is on creating meaningful early childhood experiences that help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally at every stage of development.
Our warm, experienced educators build strong, caring relationships with each child, creating a foundation of trust and belonging from the very beginning. In combination with intentional small class sizes, we are able to provide individualized attention that supports each child’s unique needs, pace, and personality while encouraging independence and confidence.
Through engaging, play-based experiences throughout the day, children are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn in ways that feel natural and enjoyable. This helps foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence as they develop early learning skills.
Our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to be safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environments where children feel comfortable learning, playing, and building positive relationships with others.
Above all else, we are committed to providing a safe and loving environment where every child feels valued, supported, and confident as they grow.
Family involvement is an important part of our daycare and preschool community. As a small, close-knit early learning center, we believe families are an integral part of the program and encourage parents to actively participate in their child’s educational journey. Parents have opportunities to see their children’s teachers daily and to participate in the program as their schedules allow. This close relationship enhances each child’s personal growth and achievement and promotes a secure and safe environment. Communication between teacher and families adds to each child’s learning environment and offers support for continued success.
The State of North Carolina introduced the Star Rated License system in September 2000 to provide families a way to quick way to recognize high-quality child care. Eligible daycare centers and preschools are regularly evaluated based on program standards and staff education. Cadence Academy Preschool, Raintree is proud to be a 5 Star License Center, which is North Carolina’s highest rating.
We invite you to schedule a tour to see our classrooms, meet our teachers, and learn more about our programs and find the right fit for your child.
LeNera Sturdivant is the Assistant Director at Cadence Academy Preschool and has been working in early childhood education since 2015. She holds degrees in Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, Fashion Marketing, and Educational Studies from SPCC, The Art Institute of Charlotte, and Wingate University. LeNera is passionate about teaching, encouraging, and supporting young children as they grow into their unique personalities and abilities.
Throughout her career, LeNera has served in a variety of roles, including Lead Teacher, Summer Camp Director, Preschool Co-Director, and Kids’ Office Manager. In addition to her work in education, she is an entrepreneur, certified event planner, and nonprofit founder. Outside of work, LeNera enjoys spending time with her two sons, family gatherings, cooking, baking, and creative design projects. She is committed to building strong relationships with children, families, and staff while helping create a positive and welcoming school community.
We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, providing full-day care to support working families.
We offer programs for children from 6 weeks through 12 years old.
Children learn through a skill-based curriculum that supports development across literacy, math, science, physical fitness, creative expression, social-emotional growth, cultural understanding, technology, and language. Learning is guided by teachers through intentional, age-appropriate activities that build skills step by step while supporting each child’s individual growth. This approach builds confidence, independence, and kindergarten readiness through engaging, hands-on experiences.
We prioritize safety through secure entry systems with individual access codes, trained staff certified in First Aid and CPR, and routine safety drills and emergency preparedness plans.
You can schedule a tour online using our self-service booking system with at least 24 hours’ notice so we can prepare for your visit and ensure the best experience for your family.
Tuition at varies based on your child’s age, selected program, and attendance schedule. Please contact us for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information.
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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