Valwood’s Lower School is where a love of learning begins. It is a community where children develop a life-long love of learning as they build their self-esteem and cultivate their talents; a place where students are provided an atmosphere conducive to learning in a stimulating and nurturing environment. The lower school includes Pre-K through fifth grades.
Developing a Thirst for Knowledge
Lower School faculty brings the student’s world into the classroom, creating excitement by filling their home-away-from-home with adventure and challenge. We strive to instill in our students the desire to perform to their fullest potential and to develop in them that thirst for knowledge which leads to success and fulfillment.
Empowering Growth
Each grade presents a class play where everyone participates and has a mini public-speaking experience that will serve them well as they mature. Lower school students also experience cross-grade interactions, when students from the upper and middle schools come and read to them or spend time in their classrooms.
In the Lower School, we believe in celebrating childhood and all of the moments that make it so special.
Curriculum
Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills play a prominent role in our rigorous curriculum. Additionally, your child will have classes in choral and instrumental music, art, science, Spanish, technology, and library which are incorporated into our core curriculum.
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Lunch Times
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Kindergarten – Bahnsen |
10:55 AM – 11:25 AM |
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Kindergarten – Minson |
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
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1st Grade – Burnett |
11:05 AM – 11:35 AM |
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1st Grade – Register |
11:10 AM – 11:40 AM |
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2nd Grade – Both Classes |
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM |
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3rd Grade – |
11:20 AM – 11:50 PM |
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3rd Grade – Perry |
11:25 AM – 11:55 PM |
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4th Grade – Davis |
11:40 AM – 12:10 PM |
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4th Grade – Nijem |
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM |
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5th Grade – Lewis |
11:50 AM – 12:20 PM |
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5th Grade – Taylor |
11:55 AM – 12:25 PM |
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Pre-K – Both Classes |
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM |
Dismissal Times
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Pre – K (Half Day) |
12:00 PM |
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Pre – K (Full Day) |
2:20 PM |
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Kindergarten |
2:35 PM |
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1st Grade |
2:40 PM |
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2nd Grade |
2:45 PM |
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3rd Grade |
2:50 PM |
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4th Grade |
2:55 PM |
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5th Grade |
3:00 PM |
Half-Day Dismissal Times
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Pre-K |
11:20 AM |
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Kindergarten |
11:35 AM |
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1st Grade |
11:40 AM |
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2nd Grade |
11:45 AM |
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3rd Grade |
11:50 AM |
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4th Grade |
11:55 AM |
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5th Grade |
12:00 PM |
Beyond the Bell & Homework Hour
When the school day ends, the fun and learning continues! Beyond the Bell is our exciting after-school program packed with hands-on activities, creative mini lessons, fun guest speakers, and so much more! Whether it’s exploring new hobbies, learning about different sports, or just having fun with friends, there’s something for everyone. Join us as we go beyond the ordinary and make every afternoon an adventure!
For families that have developed circumstances and need after-school drop-in services, please call the Lower School Office and provide your child’s name and dates they will be attending so the staff and teachers will know your child will be going to after-school care. The charge is $15 per day and will be billed through your FACTS tuition account.
PARENTS: Please register on-line by logging into your FACTS Family Account (District Code: VW-GA) > School > Web Forms > Beyond Bell & Homework Hour (Lower School) > After School Programs Enrollment.
Beyond the Bell: Learning, Leading, and Creativity is offered from 2:15 PM to 5:30 PM from Monday to Friday and provides a structured environment for your child after school. The school is always locked so please call 229-585-9231 Ext 7300 for the teacher and your child will be brought to you.
Power Hour Program is offered for first and second graders from 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM from Monday to Thursday and provides structured time to work on skills, lessons, and extended learning opportunities from a teacher who teaches at the same grade level. Thursday will be Test Prep Day.
Homework Hour Program is offered for third through fifth grades from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM from Monday to Thursday and provides structured time to work on homework and obtain assistance when needed from a teacher who teaches at the same grade level. Thursday will be Test Prep Day.
