3-Year-Old Preschool Program | Baxter & Edgewater
At three years old, children enter a stage filled with imagination, curiosity, and growing independence. Every question asked, every story shared, and every friendship formed becomes part of how your child begins understanding the world around them. Our 3-year-old preschool at Field of Dreams creates a nurturing early learning environment where preschoolers explore ideas, build relationships, and strengthen the skills they will use throughout their lives. Through our engaging preschool programs, hands-on activities, and meaningful classroom experiences, children begin developing the confidence, communication skills, and creativity that support both social and academic success. Families looking for a preschool for three-year-olds often want a place where their child can feel supported, inspired, and excited to learn. At our early learning center, children discover new ideas every day while building friendships, exploring nature, and participating in joyful learning experiences designed to help them thrive.
3-Year-Old Preschool Program Enrollment
Ages Served
3 to 4 years
Schedule Options
Full-time preschool programs are available with flexible schedules based on classroom availability.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Is Potty Training Required?
Children should be confidently progressing toward toilet independence. Our teachers provide gentle encouragement and support as preschoolers continue reaching this important milestone.
Curriculum Focus
Our curriculum supports early childhood education through hands-on activities, creative exploration, and meaningful classroom learning experiences that help children build language, confidence, and critical thinking skills. At Field of Dreams, our 3-year-old preschool program incorporates the South Carolina Early Learning Standards, which guide development through six key domains: language, social and emotional growth, cognitive development, health and physical development, mathematical thinking, and approaches to learning. These standards help ensure every child develops the skills and confidence needed for preschool success and a strong start in kindergarten.
Daily Routine
Each day includes group learning, exploration centers, outdoor play, storytelling, music, and creative projects. Our schedule balances structured learning moments with open-ended discovery, keeping preschoolers engaged and excited about learning.
Classroom Experience
Our classrooms provide a nurturing environment where children interact with peers, explore materials, and develop confidence through guided discovery. Teachers encourage preschoolers to share ideas, work together, and build meaningful relationships while helping them develop important developmental milestones.
About Our Preschool for Three-Year-Olds
Three-year-olds experience incredible growth as their language skills expand, friendships deepen, and imagination blossoms. At this age, children begin to express their ideas more clearly, ask thoughtful questions, and explore the world with greater independence. High-quality early childhood education during these formative years plays an important role in a child’s future success. Research shows that strong preschool programs help children develop communication skills, executive function abilities, and the social confidence needed to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. At Field of Dreams, our goal is to help every child develop a love of learning while building the skills that prepare them for the next stage of their educational journey.
From 3 to 4 Years Old: Child Development Support For Every Stage
Our play-based learning centers are designed to support the South Carolina Early Learning Standards while helping preschoolers explore creativity, develop critical thinking skills, and build confidence through hands-on discovery.
- Group Time - During group time, preschoolers gather with their teachers to share stories, sing songs, and participate in discussions that strengthen language, listening, and communication skills.
- Sensory Table - Children explore textures such as sand and water while experimenting with natural materials that support observation, curiosity, and early science discovery.
- Art Center - Creative projects such as painting, collage, and drawing allow children to express their ideas while strengthening fine motor coordination and imagination.
- Block Center - Building with blocks encourages preschoolers to solve problems, collaborate with friends, and develop early critical-thinking skills as they construct imaginative structures.
- Book Center - In the book center, children listen to stories and explore books independently while developing vocabulary, early literacy skills, and a love of reading.
- Science and Discovery Center - Through simple experiments, nature exploration, and observation activities, preschoolers begin learning about the world around them and develop curiosity about science.
- Dramatic Play - Pretend play encourages imagination and social interaction as children role-play different experiences and practice communication with their peers.
- Outdoor Exploration - Our natural playground encourages children to run, climb, jump, and explore the outdoors while strengthening gross motor skills and physical development.
3-Year-Old Preschool Program Enrollment and Registration
Families interested in our 3-year-old preschool are encouraged to schedule a tour and see our classrooms in action. Visiting our early learning center allows parents to observe children learning through play and discover how our curriculum supports development across every stage of early childhood. Families can contact our center to learn more about enrollment availability and join our welcoming school community.
Why Families Trust Field of Dreams
Families choose Field of Dreams because our programs nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence during the most important years of development.
- Our 3-year-old preschool provides a nurturing environment where children explore ideas, build friendships, and develop independence during this important stage of early childhood development.
- Our teachers guide children through hands-on activities that strengthen language, creativity, and critical thinking skills, helping preschoolers develop the abilities they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.
- Our curriculum incorporates the South Carolina Early Learning Standards, supporting development across six key domains, including language, cognitive development, social and emotional growth, health and physical development, mathematical thinking, and approaches to learning.
- Our classrooms encourage collaboration, imagination, and discovery through meaningful learning experiences that allow preschoolers to explore ideas and develop confidence in their abilities.
- Our early learning center fosters strong relationships between families, teachers, and children, creating a supportive community where every child feels valued and encouraged.
- Our preschool programs help prepare children for kindergarten by strengthening communication, independence, and problem-solving skills that support long-term academic success.
A Private Preschool Serving Fort Mill & Indian Land
Field of Dreams proudly serves families throughout the Fort Mill and Indian Land communities. Our welcoming campus provides a nurturing environment where preschoolers learn, play, and develop the foundations needed for future success. Many children begin their journey in our early learning center and continue through our preschool and pre-kindergarten programs, building confidence and friendships along the way.
Other Programs Available at Our Locations
Our infant program supports babies as they begin exploring the world through sensory play and nurturing relationships with caring teachers.
Our two-year-old program focuses on building early social skills, creativity, and communication through engaging activities, sensory play, and guided exploration that encourages curiosity and confidence.
Our preschool program strengthens language development, creativity, and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten by building strong academic and social foundations.
Our school-age after-school program provides a safe and engaging environment where kids continue learning through creative activities and social interaction.
Our summer camp program combines outdoor exploration, creative projects, and hands-on activities that keep children engaged and excited about learning.
Our enrichment programs provide opportunities for children to explore creativity, STEM learning, movement, and cultural experiences through engaging activities that expand their interests and strengthen problem-solving skills.
Other Programs Available at Our Locations
Our infant program supports babies as they begin exploring the world through sensory play and nurturing relationships with caring teachers.
Our two-year-old program focuses on building early social skills, creativity, and communication through engaging activities, sensory play, and guided exploration that encourages curiosity and confidence.
Our preschool program strengthens language development, creativity, and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten by building strong academic and social foundations.
Our school-age after-school program provides a safe and engaging environment where kids continue learning through creative activities and social interaction.
Our summer camp program combines outdoor exploration, creative projects, and hands-on activities that keep children engaged and excited about learning.
Our enrichment programs provide opportunities for children to explore creativity, STEM learning, movement, and cultural experiences through engaging activities that expand their interests and strengthen problem-solving skills.
Parent Reviews
Kathryn C.
February 20, 2025
Our son is so excited everyday to go to school. He is learning so much with the creative experiences and activities each day! He brings home exciting stories each day and I like being able to see the updates on the ProCare app. He looks forward to Mondays to get back to school & his teachers!
Paul D.
December 13, 2024
Admin @ FOD are very down to earth and positive. Additionally, I appreciate the communication I receive from FOD. (School events, meal menu, incident reports, and general info about my child’s day to day “stuff”.
Danielle K.
August 27, 2024
The welcoming and supportive environment for my little girl with non typical needs. I’ve felt so welcomed to have a team show such willingness and acceptable to my daughter. It’s so appreciated!
Emily C.
August 6, 2024
I love the teachers and staff at Field of Dreams. Everyone knows my child and truly cares for him.
Priyanka N.
July 16, 2024
Class teacher Miss Amanda
Mistie D.
July 3, 2024
We have been at FOD for almost two years and have been very happy with our experience. Our daughter is educated as well as cares for! Not much more you can ask for!
Jessica C.
July 2, 2024
The teachers are the very best at FOD. They are invested in the school. Majority of the teachers have been there 5 plus years. Communication is very important to them and it shows. The children are active and happy! They are provided with open ended activities. My child loves coming to summer camp!
Jason T.
April 22, 2024
It’s been a great year for our son! We are so lucky he is in this field of dreams. We are so happy with the teachers and the communication with how our son is progressing
Melissa S.
May 16, 2023
We love the school and most importantly Amelia loves going to school. What's not to love we have Ms. Ashleigh as our teacher
Derek B.
May 15, 2023
We had an amazing experience at Field of Dreams! We just live a little far away and found a place closer to home that we are going with. Thank you for everything, our boy loved his school so much!
Frequently Asked Questions
At Field of Dreams, every child receives a strong foundation through play-based learning that supports development socially, emotionally, and physically. Our educators guide kids through hands-on activities, creative exploration, and meaningful interactions that help them build confidence and curiosity at this important age. These early experiences help children develop the skills they need to succeed in school and throughout life.
Schedule a Tour of Our Indian Land and Fort Mill, SC Schools
Choosing the right preschool for three-year-olds is an important decision for your family. At Field of Dreams, we are honored to support children during these important early years of learning and growth. We invite families to visit our school, meet our educators, and see how our 3-year-old preschool provides a nurturing environment where children explore, create, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Schedule a tour today and discover how our early learning center helps children build confidence, curiosity, and the skills needed for future success.