Ages 3-5
Preschool Program (Ages 3-5)
NC Pre-K:
North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten is a free early childhood education program for eligible four year olds. Funded by the state, this high quality program seeks to improve school readiness for at-risk children. Enrolled children attend school from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday from September through mid-June (10 months before the start of Kindergarten). Learn more.
While Verner’s NC Pre-K program is currently full, families are encouraged to begin the enrollment process so they may secure a spot on the waitlist.
NC Pre-K is an income-based program, although families with certain risk factors may also qualify. However, even if one or more of the eligibility factors are met, placement is not guaranteed. To qualify, children must:
- Be four years old by August 31 of the program year
- Be entering kindergarten the following year
- Be at risk for poor school outcomes. Risk factors include:
- Low household income (75% of the state average or lower), OR
- Limiteds or no English language skills
- Identified disability
- Chronic health condition
- Developmental disability
- Educational need
Families can apply directly to the waitlist, or through the Buncombe Pre-K Website.
You will need your child’s birth certificate, and proof of income (either a W2 or a month’s worth of pay stubs).
Questions? Want to set up a tour? Contact enrollment@verneremail.org
Tuition-Based:
Verner provides high quality tuition-based childcare for children from 3 to 5 years of age at both of our centers. Verner’s programs offer low child-teacher ratios and a hands-on, inquiry-based curriculum.
Due to the high demand for childcare, a waiting list is in place for all ages at each center. Families are encouraged to begin the enrollment process for their child to be placed on the waitlist.
Current tuition rate: $1,206
Subsidies are available for families who meet income requirements. For those that do not qualify for free or subsidized childcare, private pay is an option. You can apply directly to the waitlist using the button below, or you can start a conversation with us using the Interest Form at the bottom of this page!