Located in Durham, NC, Epworth Preschool offers a variety of play-based learning programs for children ages 1-PreK.
Epworth Preschool is a community of children, teachers and parents where children’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth is fostered in developmentally appropriate ways. We believe that preschool children learn best through play and when they are fully and actively engaged in open-ended exploration. Our goal is to foster the cognitive, emotional, and social development of the child in
a developmentally appropriate way. To achieve this goal, we provide a warm, accepting, and stimulating environment. Learning situations are set up so as to enable the child to experience mastery and a sense of competency and self-esteem. We offer opportunities for children to express themselves verbally, musically, artistically, emotionally, and physically. Children are encouraged to explore, think, and create. Play is valued as children’s real “work,” and teachers provide opportunities to enhance and extend quality play. Epworth's classrooms are organized in centers including Blocks, Manipulatives, Art, Dramatic Play, Books/Language, Sensory Table and Science/Discovery. We also have a weekly Music and Movement program and many of our classrooms conduct frequent cooking activities. Classroom curriculum is structured around the use of themes (holidays, dinosaurs, seasons, the rain forest, and community helpers are some of our favorites) to foster a sense of home, family, school, and our broader world. Children ages three and up take field trips, which allows them to develop an awareness of other environments. Daily group circle times allow the opportunity for self-expression and sharing with others. Socializing, specifically sharing and caring, is a major emphasis in all aspects of our program. Our classes are each self-contained and our low teacher to student ratios provide the opportunity for teachers and children to develop a warm, strong relationship. Our day is structured with a balance of teacher- and child-initiated activities, ensuring that children gain a sense of security through regular routines and a daily schedule while exploring their environment through free-choice activities.
05/04/2026
So much fantastic imaginative play has been filling our classrooms lately! Whether it be at a grocery store, weather station, vet clinic, flower shop, or campground, our preschoolers have had a blast bringing their ideas to life while building social, communication and problem-solving skills.
03/22/2026
Our hearts are so full after a week of being showered with treats, classroom goodies, flowers, sweet notes, and so much more. Thank you to our wonderful preschool families for making this Teacher Appreciation Week so incredibly special!💛
03/16/2026
As March rolled in, we began to look for the first signs of spring and couldn’t help but notice how much our preschoolers have blossomed! The weather often keeps us on our toes this time of year, but we have been making the most of both our indoor and outdoor time. Dr. Seuss Wacky Wednesday is always one of our favorite days and it was full of silliness, surprises, and so much fun!
03/15/2026
Due to the forecast of severe storms and the risk of damaging winds, including the possibility of tornadoes, Epworth Preschool will be CLOSED on Monday, March 16th. Please stay safe!
02/13/2026
So much love in the air this week. What a joy to celebrate kindness and friendship with preschoolers! 💕
02/06/2026
A little winter project by our 3 Day Twos class that’ll stay cute long after all the snow has melted.⛄️
02/02/2026
Epworth Preschool will open at 10am on Tuesday, Feb. 3rd.
02/01/2026
Due to road conditions and freezing morning temperatures, Epworth Preschool will be closed on Monday, February 2nd.
01/29/2026
Our application deadline is just one day away! All new student applications and current student registration forms are due tomorrow, January 30th. Visit epworth-preschool.org/enrollment for more information.
01/27/2026
The sun worked its magic today but our parking lot still has significant amounts of ice in some areas. With everyone’s cooperation and flexibility, we will have a 10am start on Wednesday. Please check your messages for important information about staggered start times and arrival and pickup procedures.
01/26/2026
We will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27th due to icy conditions and freezing temperatures.