Cranfield Academy is a private education-based child care center located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
We offer high-quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including preschool, transitional kindergarten, after school and summer camp programs. We are a 5-star rated program and offer excellence in education and childcare needs.
Cranfield Academy has highly credited and qualified teachers; a safe and secure learning environment; and unqiue, developmentally appropriate lessons.
Please stop by our location for a tour to see the Cranfield Academy differences!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cranfield Academy - Providence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$16,1680 - $19,020
Admissions Director
Gloria Sutliffe
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Nurturing Amazing Little Minds for Future Success
Critical Skill Development
- Creative Curriculum
- Developmentally appropriate lessons
Loving Care and Engaged Teachers
- Highly trained
- Engaged through creativity
- CPR & First Aid certified
Play with Purpose
- Engaging, hands-on activities
- Enrichment programs
Foundation for Future Success
- Individualized learning plans
- Wide variety of experiences
Health and Fitness
- Healthly, well-balanced meals
- Outdoor play
Focus on Community
- Schools are deeply rooted in the neighborhood
- Parent communication initiatives
- Open door philosophy
Student-Teacher Ratio:
- Infants: 1:4
- Toddlers: 1:6
- Early Preschool (2-Year-Old): 1:9
- 3 Year Old: 1:10
- 4 Year Old: 1:13
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cranfield Academy - Providence often compared to?
Cranfield Academy - Providence is often viewed alongside schools like Cranfield Academy - Carmel by visitors of our site.
What is Cranfield Academy - Providence's ranking?
Cranfield Academy - Providence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Cranfield Academy - Providence?
The application deadline for Cranfield Academy - Providence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cranfield Academy - Providence located?
Cranfield Academy - Providence is located in the Providence Estates East neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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People that viewed Cranfield Academy - Providence also viewed these schools: Kiddie Academy Of Charlotte-blakeney, Omni Montessori School, British International School of Charlotte, The Goddard School and IMG Academy.
The nearest high school to Cranfield Academy - Providence is Charlotte Latin School (2.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The St. Sophia School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Weddington Christian Academy (1.9 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Kiddie Academy Of Charlotte-blakeney
Daycare / Preschool
9310 Blakeney Centre Dr
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 543-5581
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 543-5581
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 170 students
Omni Montessori School
Montessori School
9536 Blakeney Heath Rd
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 541-1326
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 541-1326
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 206 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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Special Program Emphasis
7000 Endhaven Ln
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 341-3236
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 341-3236
4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 190 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
13820 Ballantyne Corporate Place
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 544-1998
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 544-1998
4.9 miles
Gr: NS-K
5500 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
536.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,351 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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