AFA Preschool utilizes a Bible based curriculum specifically designed for hands on learning. Classroom learning incorporates art, music, movement, and sensory based lessons within a learning center environment.

Our Preschool classes cater to children from ages 2 to 4 years of age:

  • PS2: 2 years: (1:5 ratio)
  • PS3: 3 years (1:6 ratio)
  • PS4: 4 years (1:6 ration)

Preschool Hours: 9am to 1pm

  • 3 day program: 2 year old class, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • 4 day program: 3 & 4 year old class, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Preschool Session: September – May

2026-2027 Calendar

  • Open House September 2, 10 to 12 Drop -in
  • September 8 First Day of School
  • October 13 Fall pictures Summer Herlocker Photography
  • October TBD Pumpkin Patch
  • October 12 No Classes – Teacher Workday
  • November 11 Veteran’s Day – No School
  • November 25-27 Thanksgiving Break No School
  • November 30 Classes Resume
  • December 17 Christmas Program – Early Release
  • December 21 – January 5 Christmas Break No School
  • January 6 Classes Resume
  • January 18 MLK Day No School
  • February 15 Presidents’ Day – No School
  • March 29 – April 1 Easter Break
  • April 5 Classes Resume
  • April 13 Spring/Graduation Pics Summer Herlocker
  • May 11 Last full day of school
  • May 12 Graduation/End of year program/early release

Cost:

  • Application Fee: $100
  • Annual Tuition:
    • 2 yr old class: $3375 —  Divided into 9 monthly payments of $375/month
    •  3 or 4 year-old class: $3780 — Divided into 9 monthly payments of $420/month
  • Each Additional Child 10% Discount
  • Pay in Full Discount: 10%
**If a financial problem arises or if your child is not prepaid as agreed, AFA’s Executive Administrator will reach out to you to discuss and resolve.

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Campus Tours available:

To schedule a campus tour or inquire further, please contact our Preschool Director, Susan Helms:
704.983.3719
shelms@albemarlefirst.org

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Physical Address
1501 NC 24 27 Bypass W, Albemarle, NC 28001

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 516, Albemarle, NC 28002


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1501 NC 24 27 Bypass W 28001 Albemarle, NC