Age 4 · State-Funded
North Carolina's state-funded pre-kindergarten program offering comprehensive early education to qualifying 4-year-olds — for eligible families. Delivered through Dixon Academy's proven 5-star environment.
Fully funded by the State of North Carolina — eligible 4-year-olds receive high-quality pre-K education through this state-supported program.
Building empathy, self-regulation, and social skills that prepare children to thrive in classroom settings and beyond.
Evidence-based teaching methods proven to accelerate school readiness and close achievement gaps before kindergarten begins.
Addressing cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development to nurture well-rounded, confident children.
NC Pre-K is available to children who turn 4 on or before August 31st of the program year. Priority is given based on income guidelines, developmental needs, and other risk factors identified by the state.
Our enrollment team can help determine if your family qualifies and guide you through the application process — it's simpler than you think.
Breakfast & morning work
Theme, music & movement
Small-group activities
Physical play & nature
Quiet time & stories
Science & creative play
"NC Pre-K through Dixon Academy changed our family's trajectory. Our daughter got the same quality education as private school kids. The teachers treated her like their own. She started kindergarten ahead of the curve."
NC Pre-K at Dixon Academy — world-class early education backed by the state, delivered by the team you trust.