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McGinnis Woods Country Day School

Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Cumming GA Private School, Preschool & Daycare

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Field Trips

Getting ready for the Chorus concert

2019 Holiday Activities & Field Trips

December 5, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

We are staying busy at McGinnis Woods School before Winter Break with holiday activities, field trips and community service activities. Service & Sweets Service and Sweets was filled with sweeping, raking, sorting, reading and spending time with family and friends! This event is one of the many community service opportunities where our students learn the …

Category: Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Giving Back, Good Citizenship, Holiday Celebrations, Music, Performing Arts, Special Programs

4th Grade History Field Trip to The Youth Museum - Johns Creek Private School

The Youth Museum Field Trip

November 1, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

The 4th graders took a field trip to The Youth Museum and participated in their America’s Pathways to Independence program. This program had the students acting out history including scenes from the American Revolutionary War such as the Stamp Act, The Boston Tea Party and Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride. What a fantastic learning opportunity!

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, History

First Week of School 2019

Welcome Back! First Week of School 2019

August 16, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

First Day of School 2019! We had a fantastic first day of school! What a great way to kick off a new school year. Everyone was happy and ready to get started. We have a great community of learners! Middle school field trip to SkyZone. The 5th – 8th graders conducted a STEM investigation to …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Field Trips, Middle Grades, Outdoor Learning, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

Summer Safari Week at Summer Camp

2019 Summer Camp Fun

June 24, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Summer Camp at McGinnis Woods is in full swing with students participating in fun activities. Summer Camp days are filled with friends, fun, water play, and projects. What could be better? Campers have participated in Summer Safari week where they learn all about animals. Our Jr. Campers had a great time visiting the Art Barn …

Category: Field Trips, Outdoor Learning, Special Programs, Summer Camp

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8th Graders Visit Washington, DC

May 2, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

On Sunday, April 29, the 8th grade students travelled to Washington DC for their annual overnight field trip led by the Close Up Foundation. Close Up’s mission is to inform, inspire, and empower youth to exercise their rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. Their Programs are designed to give students hands-on …

Category: Field Trips, Middle Grades, Special Programs

PreK Field Trip to the High Museum of Art

PreK Field Trip to the High Museum of Art

April 17, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

The PreK students enjoyed their field trip to The High Museum today. The learned all about lines, color and creativity! McGinnis Woods Country Day School is committed to providing enriching field trip learning opportunities for all of our students starting in Pre-K4.

Category: Art, Field Trips, Pre-K, Preschool

Hiking Natures Classroom Field Trip

4th Grade Field Trip to Nature’s Classroom

March 30, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

These 4th grade classes are on an adventure at Nature’s Classroom in Alabama. They have been super busy traveling, settling in and learning about the great outdoors! The students and their fearless leaders had an amazing time at Nature’s Classroom. They hiked, navigated tight places, played games, made candles, and so much more. We’re glad …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Outdoor Learning

prek students take field trip vehicles

Pre-K Students Field Trip to INK

February 20, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

INK – Interactive Neighborhood for Kids – brings imaginations to life! Our PreK students took a field trip to visit INK. They loved exploring the many exhibits and considering future possibilities.

Category: Field Trips, Pre-K, Preschool

4th grade field trip to the freedom center

4th Grade Field Trip to the Freedom Center

January 18, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

The 4th grade classes participated in a Q and A time in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr at the Freedom Center today. They learned so much from the participants and are hoping to be on 11 Alive’s special coverage, so tune in.

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips

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1st Graders Visit Build-a-Bear and Children’s Wish Foundation

December 18, 2018 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

For well over a decade, the first grade classes at McGinnis Woods Country Day School have been taking an unusual field trip every December. Most of our field trips complement, and bring to life, our Science and Social Studies curriculum. But not this one. Every December, our school’s first grade classes have been going to …

Category: Field Trips, Special Programs

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About Us

McGinnis Woods is an Alpharetta private school, preschool & daycare committed to providing a superior academic education while building confidence and self-esteem. Convenient to Johns Creek and Cumming, GA. Learn more »

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naeyc Accredited Private School

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Georgia Accrediting Commission Accredited

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SACS CASI Accredited School

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Bright from the Start Accredited Preschool Childcare

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5380 Faircroft Drive
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Preschool, Daycare & Childcare
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Parents are encouraged to keep their child’s day to 8 hours or less.

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8:30 AM – 1:30PM
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