Seedlings Grove is a Christ-centered preschool for ages 3–5 at Acaciawood Academy; designed to give children a calm, meaningful introduction to school.

Children learn through play, movement, imitation, and guided activities while building early academic, social, and spiritual foundations.

Why this matters:
Your child is not rushed into academics or left without structure. They are guided carefully in a way that fits how young children actually learn.

Each day at Seedlings Grove at Acaciawood Academy follows a gentle, consistent rhythm that helps children feel secure while learning and growing.

The day begins with prayer, songs, and a Bible story, setting a Christ-centered foundation. From there, children move through a mix of guided play, hands-on learning, and group activities.

Throughout the day, children experience:

Learning centers with art, sensory play, and early literacy and math exposure
Guided free play where teachers interact, support, and model behavior
Outdoor play and exploration
Story time and group learning
Social-emotional development through conversation and practice
Quiet time to rest and reset

The day ends with a closing circle, reflection, and prayer.

Why this matters:
Your child is not rushed through academics or left without structure. They are guided through a calm, purposeful day that builds confidence, independence, and a strong foundation for learning and faith.

Below is a detailed look at the daily schedule.

Seedlings Grove at Acaciawood Academy follows a consistent, gentle daily schedule that helps children feel secure while guiding them through play, learning, and daily routines.

Children move through the day with teacher guidance, calm transitions, and a consistent rhythm.

Monday–Thursday Schedule (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

9:00–9:20 | Arrival & Soft Start
Calm entry into the day
Fine motor activities (coloring, tracing, cutting, manipulatives)
Free exploration

9:20–9:40 | Morning Gathering
Prayer
Songs
Bible story and truth
Light academic exposure (counting, letters, calendar)

9:40–10:15 | Guided Free Play
Purposeful play
Teacher guiding, observing, and interacting

10:15–10:45 | Learning Centers
3 centers with 10-minute rotations
Mix of guided and open-ended activities

10:45–11:15 | Snack
Social interaction
Building independence (opening, cleaning, routines)

11:15–11:55 | Outdoor Play & Nature Exploration
Gross motor play
Nature exploration
Observation and simple discovery

11:55–12:15 | Story Time
Read-aloud
Listening and comprehension

12:15–12:40 | Social-Emotional Learning
Identifying feelings
Practicing communication
Guided self-advocacy
Role play and modeling

12:40–1:15 | Free Play
Independent play
Practicing social skills
Applying learning

1:15–1:25 | Clean-Up
Guided clean-up
Responsibility and routines

1:25–1:40 | Quiet Time
Rest
Books or quiet activities

1:40–2:00 | Closing Circle
Reflection
Prayer
Review of the day

Friday — Enrichment & Service Day

Fridays follow a similar rhythm with a focus on enrichment, service, and community.

9:00–9:20 | Arrival & Soft Start
Fine motor activities
Calm start

9:20–9:40 | Morning Gathering
Prayer
Songs
Scripture
Light academic exposure

9:40–10:15 | Free Play / Warm-Up

10:15–10:45 | Community Service
Examples:
Classroom care
Simple service projects
Helping others

10:45–11:15 | Snack

11:15–11:55 | Outdoor Play & Nature Exploration

11:55–12:15 | Enrichment Block
Examples:
Art
Music
Hands-on projects
Simple science experiments
Guest volunteers sharing skills or occupations

12:15–12:40 | Social-Emotional / Group Activity
Collaboration
Communication
Group participation

12:40–1:15 | Free Play

1:15–1:25 | Clean-Up

1:25–1:40 | Quiet Time

1:40–2:00 | Closing Circle
Reflection
Prayer

The classroom is calm, but active. Children are engaged, moving, and learning throughout the day.

You would see a classroom where children are guided and supported in meaningful ways.

Example:
A child tracing letters in sand while another builds with blocks nearby, as a teacher sits with a small group guiding conversation and learning.

Example:
Children learning to take turns during play while a teacher helps them practice kind words and problem-solving.

Why this matters:
Your child is actively learning, supported by a teacher, and engaged in meaningful experiences during natural play.

Children learn through play, imitation, movement, and hands-on activities.

Teachers guide learning by modeling, asking questions, and interacting with children throughout the day.

Why this matters:
Young children learn best by doing, not by sitting through long lessons.

Faith is part of the daily rhythm.

Children experience faith throughout the day through:

Prayer
Bible stories
Worship songs
Simple, real-life conversations about kindness, obedience, and truth

Teachers help children practice what they are learning in how they speak, act, and treat others.

Why this matters:
Children learn how to live out their faith in everyday moments.

Discipline is calm, consistent, and focused on teaching.

Teachers use:

Redirection
Clear, simple language
Natural consequences
Second chances

You may hear a teacher say, “Use kind hands,” or “Let’s try that again.”

Why this matters:
Children are taught how to behave, not just corrected.

Children are supported based on their development.

Younger children focus on basic routines and interaction.
Older children build independence, early academics, and social skills.

Why this matters:
Each child grows at the pace they need.

Yes. Children develop:

Early literacy and number awareness
Social skills and cooperation
Independence and confidence
Emotional regulation

Children are not rushed, but they are intentionally prepared.

Why this matters:
Children are prepared for what comes next without being overwhelmed.

5-Day Program: $800 per month
3-Day Program: $550 per month

Enrollment includes a quarterly commitment, helping provide consistency and stability for your child