Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Child's First Learning Adventure Starts Here
Burke Presbyterian Preschool has been nurturing young minds in Burke, Virginia for 40 years. Our child-centered developmental program serves children aged 3-6, focusing on social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual growth through play-based learning. Our experienced educators create a secure environment where children develop self-confidence and empathy while meeting state and county educational standards. We partner with families as primary educators, offering flexible scheduling options including full-day preschool, extended care from 8:00-5:00, and summer enrichment programs.Our Conscious Discipline framework ensures children feel safe, loved, and ready to learn through structured and unstructured play experiences that align with early brain research. As a ministry of Burke Presbyterian Church, we welcome families of all backgrounds while maintaining Christian values in our daily activities.
Services
Preschool Programs
Summer Camp
Extended Day Care
Social-Emotional Learning
Enrichment Activities
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years of early childhood education expertise in Burke community
- Research-based play-centered curriculum aligned with child development theories
- Experienced teachers trained in Conscious Discipline framework
- Flexible scheduling with extended care options available
- Summer enrichment programs with specialized weekly themes
What people say
Loving and caring staff
Positive self-image development
Enjoyable learning experience
Experienced teachers
Excellent summer camp
Services
Full-Day Preschool
Our full-day preschool program follows research demonstrating benefits of high-quality early education. Children engage in structured learning and free play from 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM, developing language, motor skills, and social competencies through age-appropriate activities. The curriculum prepares students for kindergarten while emphasizing individual growth and classroom community.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp offers themed weekly programs for preschool through school-age children. Activities include Water Wonder Camp, Artistic Adventures, and Science Explorers with special guests. The eight-week program runs June through July, featuring field trips, enrichment classes, and flexible registration options for working families.
Extended Day Care
The 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM extended day program includes breakfast, enrichment specials, and child-directed play. Children participate in Music & Movement, Library visits, and rotating enrichment activities before afternoon free play. This flexible option accommodates working parents' schedules with drop-off and pick-up windows.
Social-Emotional Learning
Our Conscious Discipline framework builds safety, connection, and problem-solving skills. Teachers create intentional learning environments where children develop self-regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution abilities. Daily routines and classroom structures foster emotional intelligence alongside academic readiness through teacher-guided and peer interactions.
Enrichment Activities
Daily enrichment specials include Art, Science, Library, and Music & Movement. Children explore creative expression through diverse media, conduct simple experiments, and develop literacy skills through story-based activities. The rotating curriculum ensures varied experiences that complement core preschool learning objectives while encouraging curiosity and discovery.
People
Anndra Rowland
Director
Anndra Rowland leads Burke Presbyterian Preschool with 20+ years of early childhood education experience. She implements Conscious Discipline frameworks and oversees teacher training while maintaining close family partnerships. Her leadership focuses on creating nurturing environments where children develop confidence and lifelong learning habits through intentional play experiences.
Questions
What are your preschool hours?
Our standard preschool hours are Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM with optional extended care available from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes! Our summer camp runs June-July with weekly themes like Water Wonder Camp, Artistic Adventures, and Science Explorers for ages 3-10.
What curriculum do you use?
We use a play-based curriculum grounded in child development theories and Conscious Discipline principles that emphasize social-emotional learning and intentional teaching practices.
How do you handle potty training?
Children must be fully restroom independent to enroll. We support bathroom routines while maintaining privacy and dignity during daily activities.
What's your teacher-to-student ratio?
We maintain a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio with experienced educators trained in early childhood development and Conscious Discipline frameworks.
How do you communicate with families?
We use Brightwheel for daily updates and maintain open communication through regular parent-teacher conferences and family engagement events throughout the school year.
