Bright, welcoming preschool classroom at Welborne Christian Preschool with children learning and playing

Welborne Christian Preschool

Play-based learning for all God's children.

Welborne Christian Preschool is a half-day early education center focused on growing your child's love of learning in a compassionate environment, grounded in Christian values.

Children at Welborne Christian Preschool

Our Mission

A play-based environment where each child can grow.

  • Develop an awareness of God's love and God's world.
  • Develop a sense of self-esteem and trust.
  • Learn to express feelings in healthy ways.
  • Develop a better understanding of their environment, family, and community.
  • Interact appropriately and effectively with peers.
  • Communicate effectively with teachers and classmates.
  • Become more independent and learn responsibility.
  • Acquire an ability to think, reason, and solve problems.
  • Develop both fine and gross motor skills.
  • Feel empowered to meet the challenges of everyday life.
Families arriving at Welborne Christian Preschool

Our Classes

Half-day classes for ages 2 through 5.

Each class has a lead teacher and an assistant teacher. Class placement is generally dictated by your child's age as of September 30th.

Limit 8 children · Potty training encouraged, not required · Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

2-Day Two-Year-Old Classes

A gentle introduction to school for our youngest learners — small classes, soft landings, and lots of room to play.

Limit 12 children · Potty training required · Tuesday & Thursday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

2-Day Three-Year-Old Class

Building early friendships and independence two mornings a week.

Limit 12 children · Potty training required · Tuesday – Thursday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

3-Day Three-Year-Old Class

More days, more rhythm — language, play, and learning to belong to a class.

Limit 12 children · Monday/Wednesday/Friday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

3-Day Four-Year-Old Class

Hands-on exploration and growing independence in preparation for the kindergarten year.

Limit 14 children · Monday – Thursday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

4-Day Four-Year-Old Class

A full pre-K rhythm — early literacy, number sense, and the joys of a classroom community.

Limit 14 children · Monday – Thursday · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

4-Day Five-Year-Old Class

Our oldest learners — kindergarten-readiness in language, math, and social-emotional growth.

Ages 3–5 · Limit 12 children · Potty training required · Fridays · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Fantastic Friday — Mixed Ages

A bonus mixed-age day of art, STEM, storytime, and gross-motor play — a chance for more growth and more friends.

Activities

Sparking imagination, in class and beyond.

A combination of in-class learning and bonus activities, designed to meet the needs of your child and family.

In-Class Activities

  • Daily rotating play-based learning stations designed to challenge motor, social, and intellectual skills
  • Circle, story, and prayer time
  • Weekly chapel time
  • Music and movement
  • Hands-on art and science projects
  • Outdoor play on our playground and courtyard
  • Field trips for the whole family

Extra Activities

  • “Early Bird” early drop-off, available daily at 8:00 AM
  • “Lunch Bunch” extended day, most Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00–1:30 PM
  • Soccer Shots
  • Little Dancing Stars
  • Cooking Club
  • Art Club
  • And more seasonal extracurricular offerings

Join Our Family

We'd love to meet your child.

Call our Preschool Office at (804) 741-8771 or email preschool@welbornechurch.org for more information.

Inquire

Tell us about your family.

Send us a note and our preschool director will be in touch — usually within a couple of business days. We're happy to schedule a visit so you can see the classrooms and meet the teachers.

Inquiries are sent to preschool@welbornechurch.org via your email client.