Preschool help in North Raleigh area! (cost, tuition, kindergarten)

[calitonc2012]

We are relocating to North Raleigh in early summer and I am on the hunt to find a great preschool for my 4 year old. I have searched and searched online, and the options are great and overwhelming ! I am hoping for a little parent-to-parent advice on the reputation and actually experience with the preschools in the area.

My ideal preschool:

A Christian based, loving environment. I will be willing to look at a preschool that is not Christian based if it offers a positive, loving environment.

I need a preschool that offers a transitional Kindergarten program. I would prefer one that offers a "lunch bunch" program, but I do not need an all-day program.

It must be a good balance of academics and play. Having a school that excels in reading, math, etc. is fabulous would be great, but they also need to play and be kids!

Tuition cost is not an issue. I would prefer to have a smaller class size, good, hands on, caring teachers, and an positive learning atmosphere that encourages kids to grow.


I appreciate your help! Everyone on this forum has given me such great advice/guidance, so I am hoping for some much needed help with this topic.

Thank you!

[kelly237]

I am way past that stage with my kids but I do know i Have lots of friends that love Bayleaf Baptist preschool.

[calitonc2012]

Thank you! I will definitely look at both of these schools.