Preschool

Many parents are looking for an intentional learning experience for their children ages 2 to 5. They want their children to develop in language, math, art, music, physical actitivy, and more. Of course, they also want them to play, make friends, and be excited to learn.
If you’re looking for an all-day, year-round educational environment for your child, then we invite you to learn more about our Preschool.
 
Our Preschool offers a unique opportunity for our youngest learners. This enriching year-round experience is designed to prepare students socially, cognitively, and physically for an effortless transition to kindergarten and beyond.

Through play-based learning, students use their curiosity to explore the world around them. Students build foundational knowledge in literacy, mathematics, phonemic awareness, writing, and communication. Our caring and invested teachers know each child and help every step of the way.

The all-day schedule still leaves time for play and exploration—in a warm and caring environment.

We'd like to show you around. Schedule your tour today!

What Makes Our Preschool Special

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  • Full Day Program

    For a fixed tuition, parents can choose to use the entire program or only the services that meet their child’s needs.

    • Before School Program – 7:15 a.m.-7:45 a.m., 5 days a week
    • Core Program – 7:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5 days a week
    • After School Program – 2:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m., 5 days a week
    • Full Summer Program
  • Broad Curriculum

    • Social & Emotional Development
    • Literacy & Language Development
       - Phonological Awareness
       - Literacy & Reading
       - Language
       - Writing
    • Logical Mathematical Development
    • Physical Development
       - Fine Motor
       - Gross Motor
    • Adaptive Skills
    • Science and Social Studies
    • Conversational Spanish, Art, Music, PE, and Library

  • Partnership with Parents

    Parents play a vital role in their children’s education and FCDS enjoys a supportive and interactive partnership with parents. Through the formal Parents' Association, parents may take part in school-wide activities or may volunteer in specific areas, such as the library, or in individual classrooms. Parents support the instructional program in a wide variety of ways.

    Throughout the year, the school hosts informative parent nights to help keep parents apprised about curriculum changes or program developments. In addition, teachers provide quarterly feedback regarding individual student progress. Twice yearly, the school hosts formal conferences. Each teacher maintains helpful web pages.
  • Our Learning Environment

    Students in Preschool enjoy large state-of-the art classrooms, each equipped with SmartBoards and extensive learning materials that support our dynamic curriculum.

    Preschool students enjoy a full-size gymnasium in addition to extensive outdoor play equipment and spacious open, grassy areas as well as the natural playground and the push and pedal playground. The separate Jeanette M. Smith Lower School Library serves the needs of our younger students.
  • After School Enrichment

    FCDS Enrichment provides opportunities to explore interests, hone skills, and gain confidence right on campus.
     
    After School Enrichment offers activities like dance, soccer, science, visual art, yoga, and Crazy Running for Preschool students. 
     
  • Nutrition & Wellness Policy

What Our Parents Say

“FCDS has a wonderful reputation. Once we toured we knew it was the perfect place for our daughter to attend preschool. We continue to be impressed.” - New preschool parent

“FCDS has been wonderful for our son! He is growing and blossoming in ways one could only dream of.” - New preschool parent

“Moving to a new preschool was a big decision for us as young parents. We could not be happier that we moved to FCDS Preschool! The campus community has been a huge gift to our family, and the structure of the program has allowed our girls to grow and thrive in ways we never imagined.” - Kate, Preschool parent

Meet Our Team

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  • Renée Fuller

    Preschool Director
    336-945-3151 ext. 512
    Email
  • Chelsea Eller

    Assistant Director
    336-945-3151 ext. 412
    Email
  • Mandie Padgett 

    Administrative Assistant
    336-945-3151 ext. 481
    Email
Forsyth Country Day School (FCDS) is a private, college preparatory, independent school for preschool through high school located in Lewisville, NC, just outside of Winston-Salem. Students benefit from a challenging academic curriculum, fine and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.

Non-Discrimination Policy: Forsyth Country Day School is committed to administering all education and employment activities without discrimination based on one’s race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.