Through-the-Week School
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About TTWS

Seventy years of joy.

Through-the-Week School (TTWS) opened in 1955 as a mission of Myers Park Baptist Church to provide quality preschool education “through the week”.  Our philosophy, “We Play to Learn”, is based on the understanding that optimal learning occurs as children play.

At TTWS children are offered open-ended, developmentally appropriate opportunities for cognitive, emotional, social, physical and intellectual growth.

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Teacher reading with child outdoors
TTWS school building at Myers Park Baptist Church
est. 1955
Three young TTWS friends smiling together
70 years of joy
Ages 1–5
Half-day program
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Our story

Over seven decades of providing the highest quality early childhood education and care

Ages 1–5
From toddlers to Transitional Kindergarten
Half-day
Mornings full of play, friendship, and discovery
Our philosophy

Play to Learn

TTWS is a half-day school with programs for Toddler/Twos, Preschool (3 and 4 year old), and Transitional Kindergarten, with before and after school activities offered through our on-campus church and community outreach center, the Cornwell Center.

We adhere to the standards recommended by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our dedicated staff has an average tenure of 14 years and is deeply committed to the nurturing and encouragement of each child in a safe and loving environment. Belinda Geuss, TTWS Director, has over 30 years of preschool classroom and administrative experience. She has worked at TTWS for 29 years, serving as Assistant Director and now Director for the last 17 years.

Why families trust us

Built on experience, guided by care

quality!

NAEYC-Aligned

Continuing education and Naeyc standards are the foundation of our curriculum.

70+ years

Since 1955

Over 70 years of joyful, play-based learning.

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Experienced Staff

Our teachers average 15 years with TTWS.

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Small Ratios

Two caring teachers in every classroom, every day.

Questions?

Frequently Asked

We serve children from Toddlers (age 1) through Transitional Kindergarten (age 5). Children must be the appropriate age by August 31 for the school year they are entering.
Our core programs are half-day mornings. Toddlers & Twos attend 2–4 mornings per week. Preschool (Threes & Fours) attend 4–5 mornings per week. Transitional Kindergarten meets 5 mornings per week. Our Extended Day program runs until 2:30pm Monday through Friday for families who need a little more time.
Children must be up to date on all required immunizations and have a current medical form on file before the first day of school, in accordance with North Carolina state law.
Applications are processed in this order: (1) Myers Park Baptist Church families, (2) current and past TTWS families, (3) families new to TTWS. We open registration for a limited window each year.
The school year runs September through May. Tuition is billed monthly for nine months. A one-time activity fee is due at enrollment and covers materials, special programs, and field trips.
Children must be potty-trained for our After School Extended Day program and enrichment classes. Requirements vary by classroom, so please contact us to discuss your child's individual needs.
Absolutely! We love showing families around. Call the office at 704.271.4103 or email bgeuss@myersparkbaptist.org to set up a visit.

Our partners

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Myers Park Covenant Church

Founded in 1943 by a visionary group of families with a shared dream: to build a church that welcomed all, embodied Christ's teachings, and reflected the spirit of religious freedom rooted in the Baptist tradition — a place where people interpret scripture for themselves and serve as priests to one another.

Visit myersparkbaptist.org
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The Cornwell Center

The Cornwell Center has something for the entire family — from hard-core fitness with the area's best instructors to gentle yoga, SilverSneakers classes, kids camp, and child watch. Our partnership gives the whole family a place to LIVEWELL.

Visit cornwellcenter.org
The We Play to Learn Fund

Gifts support scholarships, classroom enrichment, and the everyday supplies that make joyful learning possible.

Give to the fund