CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR AFTERNOONS (MWF) & TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN! CONTACT US TODAY.

fostering a love for nature, learning, and community, preparing children for a lifetime of growth and adventure.

We believe in

Your Little One's Safety
is Our Top Priority

We understand that leaving your child in someone else's care can be nerve-wracking. At the Nest, your child's safety and well-being are our top priorities. Here's how we ensure a safe and secure environment.

Our small class sizes ensure each child receives personalized attention and supervision.

Low Student-Teacher Ratio

All our teachers and staff are
CPR & First Aid certified and undergo rigorous background checks.

TRAINED
STAFF

Our classrooms and playground are fully enclosed with controlled entry and exit points. Video surveillance monitors our facility.

SECURE FACILITIES

We maintain open communication with parents through ClassDojo, providing regular updates.

OPEN COMMUNICATION

We have clear safety protocols in place for emergencies, including fire drills, evacuation procedures, and first-aid response.

SAFETY PROCEDURES

Meet our Nesters, Your Child's Guides

Ms. Jackie

Ms. Brandi

Ms. MIA

Ms. KAY


OWNER
& Official Nest Builder

DIRECTOR
 & Nestling Navigator

ASST. DIRECTOR
& Fledgling Flight Leader

LEAD TEACHER
& Early Bird Energizer

Learn more about our Director

Learn more about our Asst. Director

Our Director

Introducing Ms. Mia, a dedicated preschool teacher who's been making a difference for over seven years. She took charge as a Director for three of those years, and before that, she was the trusted private nanny for many Hampstead children.

Now she is the Director and a Lead Teacher at The Nest! Her passion for early childhood development shines through her love for crafting and being delightfully silly with her students.

Ms. Mia is also a newlywed & a Hampstead local. When she's not hard at work, you'll find her on the beach enjoying some quality time with a good book.

Ms. Mia

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Ms. Brandi is a devoted wife and loving mother to two wonderful children, ages 14 and 13, who continually inspire her with their curiosity and zest for life. Brandi's academic journey led her to earn a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. With many years of experience as an early childhood teacher, Brandi has cultivated a nurturing and stimulating environment where children thrive through play and socialization. Her warm and patient approach has touched the lives of countless young learners, helping them build essential skills and a love for learning. In addition to her extensive teaching experience, Brandi has also contributed her expertise as a substitute teacher in the local Pender County school system. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Brandi finds joy in the simple pleasures of life. She cherishes spending quality time with her family, often enjoying the serene beauty of the beach, relaxing by the waves. Brandi is committed to fostering a love of learning in every child she encounters, believing that the early years are the foundation for a lifetime of growth and success.

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Our Asst. Director

Ms. Brandi

Ms. Jo

Ms. KALEIGH

Ms. Heather

ASST. TEACHER
& Chirping Chorus Conductor

ASST. TEACHER
& Wildflower Whisperer

ASST. TEACHER
& Mastermind of Make-Believe

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These classes are an expansion of the building blocks the students have picked up from Seahorses or early learning classes. They will start to expand upon their inquiry based learning and dive deeper into science, social relationship skills, math, art and language. 

AM CLASS: SEA TURTLES
PM CLASS: SHARKS

AGES 3+ 

These classes will be an introduction to preschool for our youngest students. Basic building blocks will be built including social emotional, routine, gross motor, fine motor, science, math and early language skills.

AM CLASS: SEAHORSES
PM CLASS: NARWHALS

AgES 2+

Class Descriptions

Contact us for rates. Military discount available.

This program is designed to serve as a bridge between Pre-K and Kindergarten to give our oldest students their own space to prepare for their next step. Traditionally, TK is students who turn 5 before 12/31/2024 or those who make the cut off but need an extra year before heading into a full day program. These students will take their Pre-K building blocks as they journey through the small group work stations and advance at their own pace. Our TK program will be using the North Carolina curriculum guides to give these students a head start to their Kindergarten year. 

AM / PM TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN: STINGRAYS

AGE 5

Contact us for rates. Military discount available.

Pre-K is what most children will complete the year before Kindergarten. This is the most amazing year for both early math, reading, and social skills. In Pre-K students will learn to write their names, form letters, and even start sight words. Pre-K is designed for students who have traditional birthdays and will make the cutoff for public/private Kindergarten. These students will get the same opportunities to advance at their own pace as the TK students and will be ready to roll into Kindergarten! 

AM / PM PRE-K:
SANDPIPERS

AGES 4+

Class Descriptions

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