Children's Lighthouse of Apex - Green Level

All in all, we’ve had a really positive experience so far at Children’s Lighthouse.

I wanted to start with the PreK graduation because it was one of the coolest I’ve ever seen. My child isn’t in PreK yet, but wow. The decorations were adorable and whoever planned that event deserves a standing ovation. I hope they go all out every year.

As for our child’s classroom: it’s true that with NC’s child-to-teacher ratios, not every minute is hands-on. Sometimes you take a peek at the camera and the class is in chaos while the teachers do other tasks like getting lunch ready. We expected that going in though.

That said, the teachers are very nice and have been great about communicating through the app. If you’re expecting a minute-by-minute rundown, this might not be the right fit. If you’re looking for consistent communication and a safe place, we think it checks those boxes.

One of the things I’ve appreciated most is how friendly and welcoming the environment feels. The front desk always greets us and are quick to help when needed. We love how other teachers say hello as we to class. I can’t recall her name at the moment, but I want to give a special shoutout to the infant teacher who always has a big smile on her face and takes the time to ask how I’m doing.

Jennifer, the director, also deserves special mention. She goes above and beyond, and you can tell she genuinely loves being around the kids. I caught a glimpse of her reading a book to my child’s class this week on the cameras, and she had the whole group completely captivated. Her energy radiated through the camera.

Speaking of cameras: the classroom cameras are crystal clear. Safety was a priority for us, and the camera access definitely gives us peace of mind. One suggestion for the future would be adding cameras to the outdoor play areas.

Thank you to everyone at Children’s Lighthouse for creating an environment that our child thrives in.