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Two children playing with toy cameras and wearing animal print hats, one with a giraffe hat and the other with a leopard print hat, indoors near a window.

Welcome to the Parkwood Weekday Early Education (WEE)
Preschool Center!

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An exceptional play-based Christian preschool program where children’s
natural curiosity is stimulated by teacher-directed and child-initiated daily indoor and outdoor activities to facilitate learning.

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The WEE Center has helped children learn and explore the world through play since the 1970’s!   The WEE Center works to meet the individual needs of each child in an environment where children are loved, family lives are enriched, and God is honored. Children’s individual differences and learning styles are considered to maximize learning.

Play-Based Approach Children learn best through meaningful play, exploration, and discovery at their own pace. We guide and support the child’s learning process by creating opportunities that facilitate cognitive development in an atmosphere that naturally promotes language, problem-solving, social-emotional, and physical development.

Why WEE Center

Nurturing, Experienced Teachers
help the children build healthy, positive attitudes toward God, self and others. Many of the staff have been at the WEE Center for years, thus developing connections with students and families.

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Indoor and Outdoor learning spaces
In addition to the classroom, gross motor, Spanish and Music rooms, the WEE Center has safe and engaging outdoor spaces where children learn through hands-on activities. The playground, outdoor classrooms, and prayer garden are used daily to further facilitate the children's development and promote an appreciation for nature.

Family Support Too!

Evening family activities, newsletters and daily updates give parents support and information about their preschoolers’ developmental process. We work with families to get children ready for life, not just kindergarten.  Find some helpful resources on our Parent Portal page, including upcoming events and the Parent Handbook.  And learn what other families have to say!

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We’re proud to partner with Kids First Swim School Springfield! Located in the Ravensworth Shopping Center for 10 years, KFSS Springfield focuses on building confident swimmers both in and out of the water. To learn more, visit kidsfirstnova.com or contact them at 703-321-7946 or springfield@kidsfirstnova.com.