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Welcome to Milestones School of Achievement in Greensboro, NC
With a legacy of over 25 years of care in the Greensboro community, Milestones School of Achievement offers exceptional programs from infant care through age 12, all designed for growth, curiosity, and joyful learning.
Our caring team, licensed 5-star-rated facility, and inclusive tuition (covering meals, supplies, field trips) mean parents can feel confident and connected every single day.
Our Daily Programs – Designed Around Development
Infant Care (6 Weeks+)
Gentle, loving care with on-the-floor learning, sensory exploration, and camera access so you never miss a milestone.
Toddler Care (Twos & Threes)
Purposeful play, language growth, motor skills, and early socialization—with comforting routines and connection. Structured activities for emotional awareness, early literacy readiness, creativity, and collaborative play.
Preschool (Pre‑K)
Kindergarten-prep with guided learning: name-writing, early math, social-emotional learning, and independence-building.
Afterschool Program
Safe, structured care for school-age children (up to 12 years), offering homework support, enrichment activities, and community outings.
Summer Program
Fun-filled months with splash pad time, local field trips, and themed activities—all in a safe educational setting.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer
Big Fun. Little Players. Growing Confidence.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer is a high-energy enrichment program designed to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate soccer play. Led by the teachers your child already knows and trusts, it’s seamlessly built into the school day.
Program Highlights:
- Designed for ages 3–5
- 12-week program (once per week)
- 40–50 minute sessions
- Builds balance, coordination, and motor skills
- Encourages listening, teamwork, and confidence
- No prior soccer experience needed
- Integrated into your child’s daily schedule
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
What Makes Us Stand Out in Greensboro
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Proven legacy: Trusted in Greensboro and High Point for almost 30 years.
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Highly rated & accredited: Our 5-star state rating reflects our commitment to excellence.
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Full transparency for parents: Enjoy daily updates and live video access, making you feel fully connected.
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Curriculum for life readiness: Each program is designed to support emotional, social, and academic growth.
Our School Bus Visits These Greensboro Schools
We offer our own school bus to these Greensboro-area schools currently every afternoon:
- Southwest Elementary
- Florence Elementary
- Millis Road Elementary
- Phoenix Academy
- Cornerstone School
Schedule a Tour or Give Us A Call Today!
Discover the difference personalized, quality childcare makes to your family. Families can tour the facility, meet our warm team, and see classrooms in action. Spots fill fast—secure your child’s place in our trusted, child-centered community now.
📞 Call (336) 856‑9990 to speak to an Enrollment Coordinator today or you can contact us here. We can’t wait to welcome your family to Milestones School of Achievement!
Programs Offered
Infant Care
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Toddler Care
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Preschool
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
School-Age Program
Our school-age program invites children starting from kindergarten up to 12 years old. Though the school day ends, our support continues with structured before and after school care. Choosing this program provides a safe space for homework and relaxation that fits perfectly with your family’s busy routine.
Our infant care program invites children starting at the age of six weeks up to 18 months. Though leaving your little one for the first time is a big step, our nurturing environment is designed to feel just like a home away from home. Choosing our program ensures your baby receives personalized attention that supports their earliest developmental milestones.
Our toddler care program invites children starting at 12 months up to 3 years old. Though toddlers are full of boundless energy, our environment is designed to channel that curiosity into safe exploration. Choosing a program that balances hands-on learning with guided play is a key step in fostering your child’s emerging independence.
Our preschool program invites children starting at 3 years up to 5 years old. Though we introduce early academic concepts, we believe that learning happens naturally through open-ended play. Choosing our preschool environment helps build the essential “I can do it” confidence that serves as a foundation for their future education.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program invites children starting at 4 years up to 5 years old. Though the focus shifts to kindergarten readiness, we ensure the preparation remains engaging and stress-free. Choosing our specialized curriculum ensures your child is academically and socially prepared for a smooth transition to elementary school.
Our school-age program invites children starting from kindergarten up to 12 years old. Though the school day ends, our support continues with structured before and after school care. Choosing this program provides a safe space for homework and relaxation that fits perfectly with your family’s busy routine.
Our Team
Jennifer Doggett
School Director
Jennifer Doggett has over 32 years of experience in early childhood education. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from UNC Greensboro and began her career as a school-age teacher, working with every age group for 12 years before moving into administration, where she has served for the past 20 years. As Co-Director of Milestones and the NC Pre-K Director, Jennifer is passionate about supporting children and their families. She enjoys watching children grow, celebrating milestones with families, and creating meaningful experiences that have allowed her to serve the community for many years.
Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, reading, playing disc golf, and hiking. She and her husband have two children, and they enjoy traveling on weekends to visit them. Jennifer is committed to creating a welcoming environment where children are excited to learn and grow. She believes strongly in the value of early childhood education and strives to build a school community where children thrive and families feel supported and connected.
Dara Lavine
School Director
Dara Lavine is passionate about early childhood education, starting her journey earning an Associate’s Degree in the field from Guilford Technical Community College. Starting in 2003, she spent 13 years as a lead teacher in the three-year-old room before transitioning to a Pre-K teacher, where she taught for 5 years. From her excellence in that position, she was promoted to Assistant Director and Curriculum Coordinator, a role she has proudly served in for 9 years. Through these leadership experiences, she has gained skills in teaching, curriculum planning, staff support, and creating a positive learning environment for both children and teachers.
What she loves most about the job is the opportunity to make a positive impact during the most important years in a child’s life. She thinks the most rewarding part is watching children grow and discover the world around them with curiosity and excitement each day. With this passion, she hopes to display to the families of Milestones that she is caring, dependable, and wants the absolute best for the children and families in her care. By uniting families and staff, she believes she can create a safe, welcoming, positive environment for all, where teachers are supported and strong relationships built on communication and trust exist with families. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her own family and puppy, Jack, and making memories at the beach, movies, or mini golf. Being creative is also an important part of her life, leading her to hobbies of DIY projects for her home, creating things on her Cricut machine, decorating, baking, and cooking. No matter what she is doing, with over 20 years of experience, she is committed to helping children reach their full potential while making a positive difference in their lives each day.
Ashley Iglesias
Assistant Director
Ashley Iglesias began her childcare journey while participating in an early childhood education program during her final two years of high school. Her passion for early learning quickly grew as she became a teacher’s aide during her senior year and later worked in her first learning center while attending college. She changed her major from Elementary Education to Early Childhood Education and earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Florida Atlantic University. After moving to North Carolina, Ashley began her journey with Milestones School of Achievement, where she spent a year as a floater before becoming a lead Pre-K teacher for six years. She later worked in NC Pre-K for two years before transitioning to the toddler classroom, followed by serving as the School Age and Summer Camp Coordinator and office assistant for two years. Her dedication and experience have led her to her current role as Assistant Director at Milestones.
Ashley loves the opportunity to watch children and families grow and values the special bonds created through years of caring for children during their earliest years of learning and development. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, bowling with her husband and son, catching up with friends over lunch or coffee, and reading, she is rarely far from her Kindle. Ashley is caring, dependable, and passionate about creating and maintaining a high standard of learning and excellence. She is committed to supporting teachers in creating meaningful, engaging experiences where every child can reach their full potential.
