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McGinnis Woods Country Day School

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

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Middle Grades

Technology Fair Winners Fall 2020

Technology Fair – Fall 2020

November 10, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

This week, we held our middle school Technology Fair. Our students created amazing projects which displayed great creativity and hard work. We are proud of these Wildcats! Congratulations to our Technology Fair winners! We are so impressed with your excellent work and impressive projects.

Category: Middle Grades, Our Students, Remote Learning, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

ClassFusion Virtual and In Person Student in Science Lab

Hands-on Learning at its Best in Class and Through ClassFusion

October 22, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

All McGinnis Woods students participate in hands-on learning whether physically in the classroom or at home virtually through ClassFusion. Check out what our middle grades have been up to in the science and STEM lab! 6th graders grew crystals and then observed their structures 7th graders observed and recorded cell and tissue samples using microscopes …

Category: Forsyth County Private School, Middle Grades, Our Students, Remote Learning, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

Elementary School Music Special Program

Music Programs at McGinnis Woods are so Fun!

October 3, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Mr. Daniel makes music so much fun! 🎶 From finger plays, to glockenspiels and music theory 🎼 , the students have been learning so much. Some lucky middle schoolers are really enjoying their band elective, too! 🎵

Category: Elementary School, Hands On Learning, Middle Grades, Music, Preschool, Special Programs

Back to School Social Distancing at McGinnis Woods Private School

Back to School Fall 2020 is Going Great!

August 27, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Back to School for Fall 2020 is going well and according to our comprehensive reopening plan. Everyone has adjusted well to our new safety protocols, and the ClassFusion virtual/online options has been working great. It’s exciting to have everyone learning together whether in-person or via the ClassFusion option. First Day of School Our first day …

Category: Elementary School, Forsyth County Private School, Middle Grades, Our Students, Our Teachers, Pre-K, Remote Learning, School Community, Science & Technology, STEM

8th Grade Alpharetta Private School Graduates

Congratulations to our 8th grade graduates for the 2019-2020 school year

May 27, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

We are so proud of our 8th graders. They are a strong, resilient group of enthusiastic learners. They are also a great group of leaders who have contributed to our school in so many ways including Student Council, Beta Club and Athletics! We are proud of each of them and they will be missed! Their …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Events & Announcements, Forsyth County Private School, Middle Grades, Our Students

My Alpharetta Readers Choice Awards - Best School 2020

McGinnis Woods is the 2020 My Alpharetta Readers’ Choice Award Winner for Best School

April 1, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Thanks to the votes from our dedicated families, friends, and the My Alpharetta magazine reader community, we’re proud to announce that McGinnis Woods was selected as a 2020 My Alpharetta Readers’ Choice Award Winner for Best School. Thank you to everyone who voted! Check out the full list here »

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Forsyth County Private School, Middle Grades

ipads in the innovation lab

Middle School Goes High-tech

February 12, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Exciting things are happening in the middle school with the arrival of our new iPads and the use of Office 365. Our 5th and 7th grade students were the pilot iPad classrooms for the middle school. This means a light and portable piece of technology that holds a multitude of possibilities and apps has been …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Middle Grades, Parents Association, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

McGinnis Woods Students Preparing for Science Olympiad

Science Olympiad Team is Working Hard for Regional Competition

January 26, 2020 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Preparing for Science Olympiad The McGinnis Woods Elementary Science Olympiad team is actively preparing for our regional competition, which will be held in late March or early April. Our team consists of nineteen students, which includes 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students, adult volunteers and Ms. Anne as Lead Coach. They have been …

Category: Elementary School, Middle Grades, Our Teachers, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

KFCB Elementary Middle Grades In School Field Trip

In-School Field Trip with Keep Forsyth County Beautiful

October 3, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

McGinnis Woods has a long standing partnership with Keep Forsyth County Beautiful. Through the years we have partnered with them to do clean-up projects, sample water in our creek, contribute to frog research and learn about water, erosion and run off. They have also contributed to our Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom curriculum. Students Learn About …

Category: Elementary School, Good Citizenship, In-School Field Trips, Middle Grades, Special Programs

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

8th-grade-Field-Trip-to-Washington-DC

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

Middle School Students Science Fair Projects

2019 Science Fair

March 14, 2019 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

It Science Fair Time! 2nd – 4th Grade Students’ Science Fair Projects Our 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade students have researched topics, made hypothesis, performed experiments, recorded data and presented their findings to their classes. Be sure to stop by and see their amazing work which is on display and learn something new! …

Category: Elementary School, Forsyth County Private School, Middle Grades, Our Students, Science & Technology, STEM

Superior Academics Through Hands-On Approaches

My Alpharetta Readers Choice Awards - Best School 2020

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 »

naeyc Accredited Private School

naeyc Accredited Private School

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Georgia Accrediting Commission Accredited

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SACS CASI Accredited School

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Alpharetta, GA 30005
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Preschool, Daycare & Childcare
Available from
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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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