Nurturing. Learning. Growing.

At Safe Haven Preschool, we believe every child deserves to feel loved, valued, and capable of success. Our programs are designed to nurture confidence, a positive self-image, and a lifelong love for learning. When children feel accepted and supported, they naturally share that same kindness with others—and that’s the heart of what we do at Safe Haven Preschool.

At Safe Haven Preschool, our student body reflects the beauty of diversity, with children from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This wonderful mix creates the perfect environment for young learners to celebrate what makes each of them unique while discovering how much they have in common. As they play, learn, and grow together, our students develop respect for one another’s abilities and experience the joy that comes from working together toward shared goals.

At Safe Haven Preschool, our small class sizes allow us to give each child the personal attention and care they deserve. Our teachers create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and inspire a love for learning.

We understand that every child is unique, with their own interests, strengths, and learning styles. That’s why our lessons are flexible and thoughtfully adapted to meet each child’s individual needs.

Your child’s progress is regularly observed to ensure steady growth in all areas of development. Our teachers adjust activities and goals as needed to help every child continue to learn, succeed, and feel proud of their accomplishments.

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Our Curriculum Emphasizes

Academic Foundations

Critical Thinking
Analytical Thinking
Science & Math
Language Arts
Early Literacy & Reading Skills

Creative Expression

Visual Art
Music

Character & Life Skills

Character Development
Healthful Living

Academic Highlights

Five-Star Licensed Preschool Program
Low teacher-to-student ratios by design
Maximum enrollment of 20 students to ensure individualized instruction
Daily structured literacy instruction
Weekly small-group enrichment for every student
Students consistently leave kindergarten-ready or performing above grade level
Weekly hands-on STEM and experiential learning activities
Weekly music, movement, and physical education classes
16 years of documented student growth, community engagement, and academic outcomes

SAFE HAVEN PRESCHOOL

Fast Facts

16+

Years Serving Raleigh Families at Safe Haven Preschool

Graduates Prepared for Kindergarten

Maximum Student Capacity for a Personalized Learning Environment

Students Consistently Reading 1-2 Grade Levels Above Age Expectations

50+

Field Trips & Enrichment Experiences Annually

SERVING COMMUNITIES ACROSS

RALEIGH, NC

Safe Haven Preschool is a nurturing, year-round preschool in West Raleigh near NC State and Meredith College. We offer full and part-time programs for children ages 3-5, where learning and play inspire every child to grow and thrive.

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SERVING COMMUNITIES ACROSS

RALEIGH, NC

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TESTIMONIALS

The Safe Haven Preschool (formerly Safe Haven Learning Center) has been a wonderful experience for my family and I. The Director, Miss BJ has the warmest spirit and is very sincere about the children and their academic development. The children at Safe Haven are challenged so that they can be successful in the their learning and preparation for school. Safe Haven has a cultural diversity which I appreciate and believe is essential to children’s development.

Tia EvansParent of Student

My daughter has been attending Safe Haven Preschool since she was three years old, and we couldn’t be more pleased. The staff and Director have been great, providing guidance, nurturing acts and the motivation to excel. Parent involvement in the school is high and the weekly field trips have exposed my daughter to a new learning approach. Because of SHP, my daughter loves to read and can’t wait to attend kindergarten this fall.

Brandon and Shanetta EdwardsParents of Student

Safe Haven Preschool is very structured, where children are always kept busy with different types of activities, ranging from educational lessons, to science explorations, music, and art. This year my four year old went to Kindergarten. She was well prepared, as she scored very high on her IQ test, and was accepted to early entry into Kindergarten. She is more advanced in reading and math. Safe Haven Preschool gave my child confidence in herself and good social skills, enabling her to make friends with ease.

Safe Haven Preschool has been very attentive and supportive to me and my child and was able to resolve any problems quickly. Seeing as other families prefer to keep their children here for many years, I know I am not alone in these observations and feelings. I will strongly recommend this pre school.

Safe Haven Preschool is a place of excellence. To the Director Ms. BJ: Once again, outstanding job – you are a ‘master educator’ – your calm, level temperament is respectful of students yet places responsibility and accountability on your students…. I wish more teachers were this consistent!

JaniceParent of Student

When Elizabeth first started, she was very shy, often hesitant to participate or speak up in class. With the gentle encouragement and consistent support of her teachers, she has blossomed into a confident, outspoken child who looks forward to coming to school every day. She absolutely adores her teachers, and as parents, we feel so grateful for the professionalism, warmth, and genuine care they show. The principal has also been incredibly supportive, which makes us feel like Elizabeth is always in good hands. Compared to our experiences at other schools, this has been a complete contrast—we truly feel like we’ve found a hidden gem that has nurtured our daughter in ways we could only hope for.

Cedric C.Parent of Student

We are very grateful to have found this hidden gem called “Safe Haven Preschool” (formerly Safe Haven Learning Center). Like most parents that are searching for a new school for their children, we wanted to find the perfect environment for our daughter. We hoped that it would offer us a great curriculum, a variety of extra curricular activities, diversity, and a positive and loving atmosphere. Safe Haven Preschool was that and much more for us. For instance. It’s very conveniently located, making it very easy for either of us to drop off, or pick up with little hassle of getting back to the highway. Yet the campus remains quietly situated away from the noise and bustle of the main thorough fairs.

Alexander-ZiskeParent of Student

We have come to rely on the daily reports via email that Ms. BJ provides us each afternoon. What a wonderful feeling it is to be able to know our child’s status regarding meals, nap time, and behavior at a quick glance. It offers us parents the latitude to peek in on our daughter, without losing momentum at the office. Lastly, we can not say enough about Ms. BJ. She is the heart and soul of Safe Haven Preschool. As highly involved parents, we tend to be very observant of all conditions that surround our child, with the primary concern being love and respect for all. We have found that in Ms. BJ, and in the way that she runs the SHP. We love it and we truly love her!!! Ms. BJ’s energy is amazing and we hope that others who are searching for that perfect little place for there precious little ones, will find there way to this wonderful slice of heaven.

Alexander-ZiskeParent of Student

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Every child deserves to feel loved, valued, and capable of success.

Inspiring growth, confidence, and a love of learning every day.

A small class size allow us to give each child the personal attention and care they deserve.

Lessons are flexible and thoughtfully adapted to meet each child’s individual needs.

Our student body reflects the beauty of diversity, with children from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Nurturing. Learning. Growing.

Our Curriculum Emphasizes

Academic Highlights

Fast Facts

RALEIGH, NC

RALEIGH, NC

TESTIMONIALS