Have you ever walked into a room full of four-year-olds and been bombarded with questions? “Why is the sky blue? How do airplanes stay up? Can I have a snack?” If you have, then you know firsthand just how curious young children can be. A good curriculum doesn’t just tolerate this curiosity—it celebrates and builds on it to teach valuable skills and knowledge. That’s exactly what we do at MECK Pre-K!
Curiosity is the spark that drives learning, and the journey of exploration starts early—right in pre-K. At MECK Pre-K, we know early childhood education is about more than checking off developmental milestones. It’s about fostering a sense of wonder and excitement about the world around us.
We use a high-quality, research-based curriculum that encourages kids to ask big questions, try new things, and dive into hands-on learning experiences. As one parent shared, “I love that he comes home excited to tell me all the new things he’s learned.”
The Secret: A High-Quality Curriculum
Curiosity doesn’t grow on its own—it needs the right environment to flourish. That’s why we’ve built our pre-k curriculum on The Creative Curriculum®. This research-backed framework turns learning into an adventure with a focus on exploration and discovery.
With this approach, our teachers create engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire kids to solve problems, experiment, and have fun while learning. They also adapt their teaching to fit the unique needs of each child, so every classroom is dynamic and personalized.
Making Literacy Fun and Accessible
One of the coolest parts of our curriculum is PAC time—that stands for Phonemic Awareness, Alphabet Knowledge, and the Concept of a Word.
These are the building blocks for learning to read and write. During PAC time, kids jump into fun, interactive activities that teach them letter sounds, word patterns, and how spoken words connect to written ones. It’s a hands-on approach that not only gets kids ready to read but also helps them fall in love with language from the start.
Helping Kids Build Emotional Superpowers
Curiosity isn’t just about the world around us—it’s also about understanding ourselves and others. That’s why MECK Pre-K weaves social-emotional learning into everything we do.
Every fifth day, we focus on mindfulness exercises that teach kids how to manage their emotions, stay focused, and build positive relationships. These simple activities—like deep breathing or reflecting on feelings—help kids build confidence, resilience, and empathy, which are great for building social and emotional skills in pre-k.
Empowering Our Amazing Teachers
Behind every curious child is a teacher who inspires them. At MECK Pre-K, we’re committed to supporting our educators with ongoing professional development and top-notch teaching tools.
Our teachers use curriculum kits packed with high-quality materials, allowing them to design lessons that are fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate. By staying up-to-date on the latest best practices in early childhood education, our teachers help create classrooms where curiosity thrives.
A Foundation for a Lifetime of Learning
At MECK Pre-K, curiosity is more than encouraged—it’s celebrated. We believe that fostering a sense of wonder in these early years lays the groundwork for lifelong learning.
Through our innovative curriculum and dedication to supporting both students and teachers, we’re helping children become confident, curious learners who are ready to take on the world.
Because at the end of the day, what starts with a “why” or “how” in pre-K can grow into a lifetime of exploration, discovery, and success.
About MECK Pre-K
MECK Pre-K is a high-quality pre-K program open to all four-year-old children in Mecklenburg County. Classrooms are located in licensed childcare centers and taught by licensed teachers and highly qualified assistant teachers. Visit our site to apply for pre-k.
Do you have a child who is not old enough for pre-K this year? Sign up for our email list and be notified when they’re eligible for MECK Pre-K. Simply visit our future students page and select your child’s age group.