NC Pre-Kindergarten
North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten (NC Pre-K) formally known as More at Four Pre-Kindergarten Program is a state-funded, community-based pre-kindergarten program designed to provide 4-year-old children, who may not otherwise be served, with a valuable educational experience. This part-day program provides young children with access to a specific curriculum and preschool experience to enhance their school readiness. The NC Pre-K Program standards are built on the premise that in order to be academically successful in school, children need to be prepared in all five of the major domains of development outlined by the National Education Goals Panel. Each of these domains is critical to children's well being, in particular for their success in reading and math as they come to school. The five domains are:
- Health and physical development
- Social and emotional development
- Language development and communication
- Cognition and general knowledge
- Approaches toward learning
NC Pre-K operates on the public school calendar. Children will be required to have a health assessment, including dental and vision, upon enrollment. A developmental assessment will also be provided to identify special needs and monitor growth in the program. Children also receive family support, and other community resources as needed.
What Does NC Pre-K Offer?
- A high quality early childhood learning environment for children with developmental, social, and familial risk factors that may affect their success in school.
- Family support regarding health, nutrition, developmental screening and placement for children with special needs.
- Kindergarten Transition Coordination to support families and children as a child moves from pre-kindergarten to ensure a successful start in school.
For more information please contact:
Ar-Nita Davis
NC Pre-K Program Manager
(910) 867-9700 ext. 2270
Ming Stumph Jones
NC Pre-K Administrative Assistant
(910) 867-9700 ext. 2271
Michelle Bailey
NC Pre-K Specialist
(910) 867-9700 ext. 2273
