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"ALL YOUR CHILDREN SHALL BE TAUGHT BY THE LORD, AND GREAT SHALL BE THE PEACE OF YOUR CHILDREN"

-ISAIAH 54:13

WELCOME!

Providing a quality Christ-centered curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment, Preschool at the Creek is a weekday Christian preschool in Wake Forest, NC. 




If you have questions or would like to schedule a tour, please call our office at 919-263-8022, or e-mail our Weekday Preschool Director Candace Hughes.

REGISTRATION

Registration for 2025-2026 school year is now open!

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CALENDAR

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2025-2026 MONTHLY TUITION RATES & REGISTRATION FEES

Program Registration Fee Monthly Tuition Fee
2s, 3s, 4s MWF 9:00am - 12:00pm *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $290 $290
2s, 3s TuTh 9:00am - 12:00pm *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $250 $250
3s, 4s, M-Th 9:00am - 12:00pm *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $325 $325
4s M-F 9:00am - 12:00pm *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $365 $365
4/5s M-F Transition to Kindergarten 9:00am - 12:00pm *Must turn 5 by 12/31/25 $365 $365
Program Registration Fee Monthly Tuition Fee
2s, 3s, 4s MWF 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $290 $290
2s, 3s TuTh 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $250 $250
3s, 4s, M-Th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $325 $325
4s M-F 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Must turn classroom age by 8/31/25 $365 $365
4/5s M-F Transition to Kindergarten 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM *Must turn 5 by 12/31/25 and require Teacher/Director recommendation $365 $365

***Registration Fee is Non-Refundable***


Virtual Tour is posted on our Facebook page facebook.com/preschoolatthecreek

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here to download the Parent Handbook for an overview of our policies and procedures.


NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS


Preschool at the Creek admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the preschool. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

  • What school supplies will my child need?

    Your child will receive a complete list of supplies needed in their Enrollment Packet.



  • What age groups does Preschool at the Creek serve?

    Ages two, three, four, and five year olds.

  • What are the hours of the program?

    Preschool starts at 9 a.m. and ends at Noon.

  • What curriculum is used at Preschool at the Creek?

    Preschool at the Creek has created a curriculum that is specific to our program and the needs of our students. When developing our curriculum we based our standards on guidelines set by NC Division of Child Development and Wake County Public School System. Our emphasis is on the spiritual and academic growth of our children. Our goal is to build a strong biblical worldview in an effective academic environment that includes creative activities such as music & movement, arts/crafts, games and hands on activities. For our 4 year olds, we use the Letterland Curriculum.




  • Will there be sibling discounts?

    Our goal is to offer a high-quality experience for a competitive rate. Therefore, we will not be offering sibling discounts.

  • What will the student/teacher ratios be?

    Two year olds – maximum group size of 10 children with 2 teachers

    Three year olds – maximum group size of 12 children with 2 teachers

    Four year olds – maximum group size of 16 children with 2 teachers

  • What are your teachers’ qualifications?

    First and foremost all preschool teachers will have a love for Christ and children. They will be highly trained in the curriculum and teaching methods appropriate for their age group. All teachers will undergo a background check.

  • What is the registration process?

    All students must pay a registration fee at the time of registration. Registration fees will be paid annually. This is a non-refundable fee and is not part of your tuition payment for September of the upcoming school year. These fees will cover operating and supply costs for the school year. Your Registration Fee will be deposited once your child has been offered a space at Preschool at the Creek. If you are not offered a space, your registration fee will not be deposited.



  • How will it be determined what class my child will be placed in?

    Students will be placed into classes based on the birthday cutoff dates listed on the registration form.

STAFF

Candace Hughes

WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR



chughes@richlandcreek.com

Brice Poorbaugh

WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT DIRECTOR