The Nest Schools Clayton – Mechanical

Clayton Center Claimed 5.0 Updated Mar 2026

Open today 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Welcome to The Nest Schools of Clayton, North Carolina! We are proud to offer Clayton families the highest quality childcare and preschool programs. Our curriculum and program design incorporate the most current research in early development to best prepare children for their future in and out of the classroom. At The Nest, we work every day to create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour! Located right off of I-70 behind Bojangles and next to Clayton Fitness.

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Location Info

1300 Mechanical Dr

Clayton, NC 27520

Monday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Military Assistance

  • Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits

Financial Aid

  • Sibling Discount

Location Details

  • Offers camp programs.
  • Offers out-of-school time care.
  • Offers summer care programs.
  • Staff are CPR certified.
  • Staff are first aid certified.
  • Diapers and wipes are provided.
  • Meals are provided.
  • Outdoor play space is available.
  • Transportation services are available.

Programs Offered

Infants

Infant Care 6 w - 12 mo
  • Schedules

    Full Time

  • Calendar

    Full Year

  • Languages Taught

    American Sign Language, English

Description

Hummingbirds: We understand that infants need nurturing, and parents need to feel secure knowing their child is in good hands. Our infant teachers are hand-picked natural caregivers who focus on meeting the individual needs of every child. While your child is in our care, you can rest assured that they will receive the attention and interaction they need and deserve. Recognizing that structure is essential to both infants and parents, our teachers will work with you to create a schedule, so your infant’s time away from home is as close to home as possible. Our hummingbird curriculum also includes our Global Gull American Sign Language Program. Most young children begin to talk around 12 months old, while some infants even try to communicate with their parents and caregivers even earlier! One way of helping our young children express their feelings, wants, and needs without crying and frustration of a lack of understanding from adults is through simple sign language, commonly known as ‘Baby Core Signs.’ These core signs include words like milk, sleep, play, all done, more, mother, father, etc.

Education Types

  • Play-Based

Licensing

The Nest Schools Clayton – Mechanical is a licensed child care center.

Type

Licensed Child Care Center

Identifier

51000903

Capacity

165

Issued

10/21

Last retrieved 03/25/24. More information about licensed providers in NC can be found at North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

Parent Reviews

5.0 (3 Reviews)
K.H.
Jul 28, 2025

The teachers and staff show deep care towards the children and we have zero concerns about our son's safety. The programming is excellent and we have even seen carryover of the activities at home. The facility itself is bright, inviting, and clean. Our son is thriving there and we are excited to send our second when it's time.

J.H.
Jul 21, 2025

What I like most about our experience at The Nest is the genuine care and attention our son receives every day. The staff is warm, professional, and truly invested in his well-being. We feel completely confident that he’s safe, happy, and thriving. It’s been so rewarding to watch him grow, explore, and build new skills in such a supportive environment.

P.R.G.
Jul 01, 2025

There neatness and school teachers are good . Only improvement would be camera access to parents and regular updates