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Welcome to tantalizing minds academy!
Wake Forest's Premier Private Preschool for Children Ages 1-5
(Strictly a Preschool... NOT a Daycare)
Your child will make friends, have fun, and get ready for kinder!
When you're here, you're family! You'll love our warm, bright in-home preschool, and your child will love our 1-on-1 attention with our small class sizes of just 10 students!
If you want your child to make friends, be prepared for Kindergarten, and develop a love of learning that will last a lifetime... you’ve come to the right place!
Our warm, home preschool environment sets the standard for how you’ll feel.
Our premier private preschool offers exceptional education to children ages 1-5. We feature small class sizes for maximum 1-on-1 learning, fun hands-on activities to make learning fun, and a “whole child” curriculum that helps develop your child’s social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive skills.
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) creates the standards for high-quality preschool programs. We’re proud to say our preschool meets all of NAEYC’s 10 Standards for High-Quality Preschool Programs.
Your Child Will:
Have Fun and Stay Engaged while Learning!
Receive Individualized Curriculum to Be Prepared for Kindergarten!
Be Taught by an Experienced and Loving Teacher!
Develop a Love for Life-Long Learning!
Make Close Friends!
Thrive on a Consistent Schedule!
Wake Up Wanting to Go to Preschool EVERY Day!
Gain Confidence in a Healthy & Safe Environment!
Be Part of a Small Class to Get Lots of 1-on-1 Attention!
Be Assessed 3x/Year with Progress Reports!
We're Passionate About Teaching Preschool!
Hi friends! We are the faces of Tantalizing Minds Academy! A hands-on best practices preschool devoted to embracing your children and guiding them as they discover the world and its endless wonders.
We are the teachers of Tantalizing Minds Academy. A Mother-Daughter, Dream Team Duo from the start. I, Valerie (Snow White) started this business 26 years ago to provide a better life and education for my daughter, Denise (Moana). Now she stands beside me just as passionate about creating a wondrous lens for children to see the world through. We believe there are no "bad children" and we are committed to helping guide children and their families to better understand one another and open new opportunities and perspectives more suited for that child. We help every child find themselves and discover the beauty of the world around us.
Miss Janice, Miss Vicci, and Miss Raeanna are our assistant teachers and have been tremendous the past 26 years. From helping clean and organize our classroom, lesson planning, outdoor activities, you name it, they've done it. We are are so thankful for all they do!
When we are not teaching, we enjoy gardening, hiking, photography, playing with our pets, running races, knitting, crocheting, and traveling all over the United States together.
This is our twenty sixth year in business, and we absolutely love everything about it! Our favorite part is seeing our students' eyes light up when they grasp a new concept. It's so magical! We truly feel that teaching is our calling in life, and we can't wait to teach your little ones. We can't wait to meet you!
Choose Your Preschool Class:
You can choose from a variety of our preschool classes to better accommodate your family’s schedule. Whether you want your child to attend 2, 3, or 5 days/week at preschool, (part time or full time) we have a class for you!
2 DAYS PER WEEK:
T_TH
Contact us for current rates
Reg. Fee: $100 initial fee plus annual $30 enrollment fee thereafter
Choose Your Class:
T_TH
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
T_TH
8:00 am to 4:30pm
3 DAYS PER WEEK:
MWF
Contact us for current rates
Reg. Fee: $100 initial fee plus annual $30 enrollment fee thereafter
Choose Your Class:
MWF
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
MWF
8:00 am to 4:30pm
5 DAYS PER WEEK:
M-F
Contact us for current rates
Reg. Fee: $100 initial fee plus annual $30 enrollment fee thereafter
Choose Your Class:
M-F
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
M-F
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
When should I call to register my child?
It’s never too early to call, so call as soon as you even think about registering, because our classes fill up ridiculously fast!
When does preschool start? Can I enroll mid-year?
We are a year round preschool. If we have spots available, you can enroll mid-year. Please call us to see if we have any spots available.
How old does my child need to be to attend?
Preschool classes are for children who are ages 1-5. We also take siblings of current preschool children at 6 months old.
Does my child have to be potty trained?
No.
What is your teaching philosophy?
We follow a “whole child” philosophy where we work with you to improve your child’s Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Language, and Physical skills. Our curriculum is based on the NAEYC guidelines and features a balance of teacher-directed and child-initiated hands-on activities to accomplish these goals. We also incorporate Experience Preschool Curriculum as well as supplement our own. Your child will learn to socialize, make friends, develop social and emotional skills, and be more than ready for Kindergarten!
Are there additional fees during the year?
No. Your registration fee covers all your child’s supplies and reserves a spot in our program.
What if my child has food restrictions?
No worries we alter our menu to provide nutritious and balanced meals and snacks. Several of our students have food intolerances or severe allergies.
Is the registration fee refundable?
No.
How many students do you have per class?
We have the smallest class sizes in town so your child gets lots of 1-on-1 time. We only have 10 students per class.
How do I register my child?
Follow our simple 3-step process below to register your child into our preschool!
A Day in the Life at Our Preschool
Your child will develop ALL the skills needed for success and will be more than ready for kindergarten!
Check Out Everything We Do In Preschool!
Circle Time
We practice our communication skills and make friends.
Snack Time
We practice our manners and social skills.
Recess Time
We practice our gross motor skills indoors and outdoors.
Story Time
We practice our literacy and rhyming skills.
And Each Day We Play In Our Learning Centers Too!
Writing Skills
We practice our letter and number writing skills.
Reading Center
We practice our pre-reading skills and read lots of stories.
Music Center
We practice our rhythm and repetition skills.
Sensory Center
We practice our fine motor skills with our hands.
Math Center
We practice our sorting, shapes, and colors.
Science Center
We practice our problem solving skills using science.
Art Center
We practice our creativity and fine motor skills.
Building Center
We practice our construction and math skills.
PLUS A SPECIAL BONUS JUST FOR YOU:
In addition to our amazing in-person preschool classes... During the school year, you'll also get access to Preschool Club for FREE! It's our safe, online library of 300+ engaging preschool classes with our certified, worldwide preschool teachers! Simply click play... and your child will have fun learning at home or on the go!
Click play below to learn about our Preschool Club!
Testimonials
The greatest compliment we can receive is your referral. Thank you!
We have 50+ 5-star reviews on Facebook and Google. Thank you for your support!
"Valerie is transforming the realm of early childhood education
. Her ideas and creativity really get the children involved in unique ways that promotes their early development. The hands on and multisensory activities that she offers through her program gives the children an authentic and memorable learning experience that will keep them anticipating each learning day. I was so thrilled to have found this program! She really goes above and beyond to give her students the best learning experience, which every child deserves!!! You won't be disappointed". - Tessa A.
"You've been there for our family in a personal way, with love and support when we needed it. Thank you!" - Leslie W.
"This preschool has exceeded our expectations by far! We recommend you to anyone and everyone!"
Kami S.
HOW TO REGISTER IN OUR PRESCHOOL:
Due to high demand, our classes fill up ridiculously fast. Follow our simple 3-step process below to register your child into our preschool.
STEP 1:
Call to Reserve Your Spot and Take a Tour
Call, text or email us today at
(919) 426-6451 or [email protected] to reserve your spot and take a tour. Let us know you saw our website promo to save 50% on your registration fee!
STEP 2:
Schedule Your Tour to Register Your Child
After you have reached out, we'll ask you to schedule a tour so we can tell you all about us and ensure we're a good fit for your family.
STEP 3:
Register Your Child During Your Tour
At the end of our tour, we'll ask if you'd like your child to attend our preschool. If so, you'll fill out the registration form and pay the registration fee.
CONTACT US
We would love to answer all your questions and tell you more about us.
You may reach us by calling or texting:
919-426-6451
You can also email us at:
[email protected]
We are conveniently located at:
Capital Boulevard & Purnell area
Wake Forest, NC 27587