Kindergarten Prep
We believe that a love for learning, a sense of belonging, and an understanding of God’s principles begin in the earliest years.
Our preschool program provides a safe, joyful environment where three- and four-year-olds grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, and physically in a Christ-centered setting. Through purposeful play, movement, hands-on exploration, and Biblical principles, we lay the foundation for lifelong learning and faith.
We do not rush children or hold them to rigid academic benchmarks. The most important things we can give a three- or four-year-old are a sense of belonging, a joyful experience of learning, and an early understanding that God made them and loves them.
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6
- Ages 3 and 4 · Must be fully potty-trained
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
- 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Haywood Haven · 1400 Old Clyde Rd · Clyde, NC
Our Values: H.O.P.E.
Honor
We treat every child, family, and colleague with dignity, respect, and love. Every child who walks through our door is known by name and treasured as God’s own handiwork.
Ownership
We take responsibility for creating a safe, nurturing, and well-prepared learning environment every single day. Parents and staff share this ownership together.
Purpose
We believe God created every child on purpose and for a purpose. We look for that purpose in each child from their earliest years and build on it every day.
Equipping
We give children the tools they need to thrive — not just academically, but spiritually, socially, and emotionally — so they are ready for everything that comes next.
Daily Schedule
A Joyful, Intentional Morning
Doors open at 8:15 AM for drop-off. The program runs 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. This schedule is a guide — teachers adapt the day to the energy and needs of the group. What will always be consistent is the warmth, the structure, and the intentionality.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:15 – 8:30 | Arrival & Activity Play-Doh, reading, blocks |
| 8:30 – 9:00 | Morning Circle Welcome, calendar, weather, Bible verse, songs |
| 9:00 – 9:50 | Outdoor Play & Art Nature exploration and creative time |
| 9:50 – 10:00 | Potty & Wash Hands |
| 10:00 – 10:20 | Snack |
| 10:20 – 10:50 | Learning Centers Sensory, reading, art, blocks & dramatic play |
| 10:50 – 11:15 | Music & Movement |
| 11:15 – 11:40 | Story Time & Closing Bible Thought |
| 11:40 – 12:15 | Pack-up, Clean-up & Reflection Circle |
| 12:15 – 12:30 | Dismissal & Carline Pickup |
What Children Experience
Play, Exploration, and Faith. Every Single Day.
Our preschool is not a traditional sit-down academic program. Children at this age learn through movement, play, exploration, and relationships. Biblical principles are woven throughout the day in age-appropriate ways.
- Morning meeting and daily devotional
- Free and structured play
- Creative activities and hands-on exploration
- Music and movement
- Snack and outdoor time
- Story time and closing Bible thought
Tuition and Enrollment
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Tuition is a flat monthly rate from September through May and is not adjusted for scheduled breaks, weather closures, or individual absences. A non-refundable registration fee and one month’s tuition deposit are due at enrollment to hold your child’s space.
Monthly Tuition
$275 / month
First enrolled preschool student. Tuition covers Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday program sessions September through May.
- Three sessions per week
- 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM each session
- $75 non-refundable registration fee
- One month deposit due at enrollment
Sibling Rate
$255 / month
Available for a sibling of an enrolled preschool student or a sibling of a student currently enrolled in the Haywood Haven K-8 program.
- Same full program included
- Applies to preschool or K-8 siblings
- $75 registration fee still applies
- One month deposit due at enrollment
2026-27 Calendar
Aug 11 – May 27
- First day: August 11, 2026
- Thanksgiving Break: Nov 23 – 27
- Winter Break: Dec 18 – Jan 4
- Spring Break: Apr 5 – 9, 2027
- Last day: May 27, 2027
How to Enroll
A Partnership That Begins Before Day One
Haywood Haven Preschool is not a drop-off childcare service. It is an educational ministry that partners with parents in the early formation of their child. Enrollment is a deliberate process because we want every family to begin with confidence that this is the right fit.
- Submit an enrollment inquiry at haywoodhaven.org
- Complete a phone interview with the Director
- Schedule and complete an in-person family visit
- Complete all enrollment documents
- Pay the registration fee and first month’s deposit
- Complete your family profile in the Haywood Haven app
Readiness requirements: Children must be fully potty-trained and able to separate from parents and participate in the group without extended distress before the first day. All new students begin with a one-month probationary period starting August 11, 2026.
Is This the Right Fit?
Families Who Thrive Here
Our preschool is not the right fit for every family or every child at every stage of development, and we say that with genuine warmth and respect. The families who thrive here share certain convictions and commitments.
- Their child is ready to separate and participate in a group setting
- They communicate openly and promptly with teachers and administration
- They arrive and pick up on time, every day
- They value discipleship, community, and whole-child development
- They believe God made their child on purpose and for a purpose
“God has created every child on purpose and for a purpose.”
Designed for Growth, Rooted in Purpose
We See Every Child. We Cheer for Every Child.
The preschool years are precious, and we do not take lightly the trust you place in us. We seek to know your child, be patient with them on hard days, and celebrate with them on great ones. We will tell them the truth about who God says they are from the very beginning.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” — Ephesians 2:10
Melanie Williams
Director, Haywood Haven
Ready to Experience the Difference?
If you are seeking a Christ-centered early childhood program that honors your child as God’s own handiwork, we would love to meet your family. Spaces are limited. Submit your inquiry to begin the conversation.