First Presbyterian Preschool brings learning, play and faith together in Waynesboro

Music, art and movement are part of the school day at First Presbyterian Church Preschool in Waynesboro. So are the smaller lessons of early childhood: learning to take part in a group, developing friendships and beginning to navigate the world beyond home.

The weekday preschool serves children ages two through four during a school year that runs from August through May. Both half-day and extended-day programs are available, giving families different ways to fit preschool into their routines.

As a mission of First Presbyterian Church, the program has an explicitly Christian foundation. Children attend chapel each week, and Bible-based teaching is used to emphasize care for themselves and others. That religious identity is part of the school’s educational approach and an important consideration for families exploring enrollment.

Within that setting, classroom activities address learning, social behavior and character development alongside creative and physical experiences. The aim is a preschool day with more than one way to participate: a child can engage through a song, an art activity, movement or time with classmates.

The program also extends into summer. Weekly camp options include half-day and full-day schedules, serving a wider age range than the regular preschool year. The flexibility allows families to ask about particular weeks and the schedule appropriate for their children, rather than assuming a single arrangement for the entire season.

First Presbyterian’s location on South Wayne Avenue places the preschool in Waynesboro, with a direct phone and email contact for admissions questions. Parents can discuss the current programs, availability and the practical details of the day with the staff.

The school’s distinguishing combination is clear: a faith-based setting, a focus on the social and creative experiences of young children and several scheduling options. Those elements give families concrete points to consider when choosing an early learning environment.

For a young child, preschool is often an introduction to a community outside the family. At First Presbyterian, that introduction takes place through shared activities, play and the church’s emphasis on love and respect—a local program built around the first steps of growing together.