We are committed to deliver a distinctly different Christian education through our classical approach, emphasizing mastery of the basics through chants, poems, songs and other valuable memory tools. Our students continue to benefit from small class sizes under faculty members who teach from areas of passion and strength.
Students are challenged to think critically, exhibit curiosity and develop discernment that will enable them to confidently strive to excellence. We were once known as "the best kept secret of Walnut Creek" because of our loving and caring staff, our reputable academics, our partnership with parents, and our hands on teaching methods.
Students are challenged to think critically, exhibit curiosity and develop discernment that will enable them to confidently strive to excellence. We were once known as "the best kept secret of Walnut Creek" because of our loving and caring staff, our reputable academics, our partnership with parents, and our hands on teaching methods.
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Founded in 1970, NorthCreek Preschool offers a Christian environment with age-appropriate activities that foster growth and development. Balancing child-initiated play and teacher-directed learning activities, the Preschool encourages independent thinking, experimentation and problem-solving. Our curriculum is Bible based with monthly Bible verses that help children learn who God is and how He would like us to treat others.
We hope you prayerfully consider NorthCreek and encourage you to take the proper steps in applying for our school. NorthCreek Academy and Preschool admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
NorthCreek Preschool offers extraordinary opportunities for educational, social and physical growth. Opportunities are provided for being with other children in a setting conducive to the development of wholesome relationships and a respect for others. Learning activities are designed to develop kindergarten readiness while remembering that children learn best through active involvement in age-appropriate experiences.
K-8 Family Care opens at 7:30am Monday through Friday. The children play with games and toys, talk with friends, or work on homework. Students are excused 15 minutes before school begins to give them plenty of time to go to their lockers (junior high) and settle in their classrooms. TKland is an optional after-school enrichment program for transitional kindergarten students.
While our school is young, our Preschool has been around for 40+ years. We have hundreds of Academy alumni but we have thousands of Preschool alumni. NorthCreek graduates are serving the Lord in so many different ways and in so many different places. We would love to hear from you. Keep us posted on where you are and what life is like as an adult.
Reviews (9)
Julie Longlet
Jan 26, 2020
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My daughter loves this preschool. As a parent, I am amazed by all that she is learning, including phonics, music, Bible verses, social skills and interaction, responsibility, and how to treat other people. The teachers are so nurturing and really care about the growth and development of each child. I don't know of a school that packs more in a day and allows the kids to have fun doing it. Take a tour and see how special this preschool is for yourself.
Alysia Waite
Dec 24, 2019
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We can't say enough good things about this school. Our son absolutely loves his teachers and even asks to go to school on the weekends because he has so much fun and misses his teachers! The teachers genuinely care about your child and love them and it shows in the way they interact with them! Truly such a blessing to have found this school!
Shannon Cashman
Oct 26, 2019
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If I could give NorthCreek Academy and Preschool 10 stars I would! It has been the best decision we made as a family to send our 3 kids to NorthCreek form preschool to 8th grade and would do it all over again given the chance. The school leadership, teachers, staff are loving, capable, kind and will pour into your kids like no other school. So worth the investment and you and your children will reap great rewards.Look no further...
Jena MacLean
Nov 24, 2018
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Northcreek Academy is such an incredible and charming school. The teachers and staff really love our kids and want to see them succeed academically and grow spiritually. Since the class sizes are smaller, parents are able to get to know each other and build relationships. It’s a great community to part of and everyone is looking out for each other. I love the confidence I see in the kids. Public speaking starts early here and my 6 year old daughter is volunteering to get in front of the school to say a bible versus or participate in another speaking roles and I couldn’t imaging wanting to do
J. Wilson
Oct 28, 2018
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Melissa Gallaway
Aug 15, 2018
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about this school. Each and every one of the staff cares deeply for the children, and the level of support and nuturing for the students is exceptional. The class size is small, the teachers are top-notch, and the principal is like no other (in a good way)! My children have excelled academically, spiritually, and emotionally at Northcreek Academy. I am so thankful for this school and all it has to offer. I would highly recommend this school for anyone who is interested in a great education and a supportive environment where kids are inspired to be their best
Amy Millsap
Jun 02, 2018
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Our three children attend NorthCreek Academy and Preschool. Having a faith-based education for our children is important to us. After visiting nearly every local private school, a few things impressed us about NorthCreek and led us to choose NCAP for our children's education. First, the Principal has a clear vision for the school. Strong leadership is critical and we are confident that Principal Steele is attentive, sensitive, and wise. Second, we like the smaller class sizes and a plethora of electives in junior high. It warms our hearts to see our children build trusting relationships with their
Justin Troutman
Dec 17, 2017
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Discovering NorthCreek has been one of the highlights of our family's lives -- a true blessing, to say the very least. Now, for some context: in 2014, my wife and I packed up our family and made the trek to California. We researched school systems all over, public and private, and nothing pulled us in the way NorthCreek did, from the very beginning.
The academics are impeccable -- don't expect the curricula to simply "meet the requirements". Expect it to exceed them. It's orchestrated in ways that engage my kids. They blow my mind with their ability to recall so much information, but also reason
The academics are impeccable -- don't expect the curricula to simply "meet the requirements". Expect it to exceed them. It's orchestrated in ways that engage my kids. They blow my mind with their ability to recall so much information, but also reason
Sara Olson
Nov 13, 2017
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Best school!! We love the warm feeling of the staff and parent community at NorthCreek and could not be happier. The school offers growth for our kids in more than just academics. A love of learning, faith and character building are all a part of their Classical Education approach. If you are looking for a school, this is a must visit! :)
