February was filled with memorable experiences across McGinnis Woods Country Day School. From exciting field trips and hands-on science demonstrations to family events, preschool celebrations, and thoughtful moments of appreciation, our students and school community enjoyed a month full of learning, creativity, and connection. Third Grade Explores the Tellus Museum Our third graders enjoyed an …
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January 2026 at McGinnis Woods: New Goals, Big Achievements, and Hands-On Learning
January was an exciting start to the new year at McGinnis Woods School. Across our campus, students jumped into 2025 with energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm. From classroom activities and athletic skill-building to academic competitions and science enrichment, the month was filled with meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and celebrate together. Second Grade Starts the Year …
The Buzz: September–October 2025 at McGinnis Woods
The 2025–2026 school year is off to a fantastic start at McGinnis Woods! From classroom projects and athletic wins to upcoming performances and family events, our students and teachers are diving into the year with energy and enthusiasm. Here are some of the highlights from the past few weeks. You can view the full September/October …
McGinnis Woods Named Winner for Best Child Care – Best Self Atlanta 2025
McGinnis Woods School is proud to announce that we have once again been named Best Child Care in the Best Self Atlanta Best of 2025 Awards! This recognition reflects our commitment to providing exceptional childcare and a nurturing, engaging environment for children in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, and South Forsyth. A Tradition of Excellence Winning this …
February Fun at McGinnis Woods! – 2024
Pre-School Fun – Learning About Community Jobs The Preschool children have been learning about the important jobs of community helpers. On Friday they dressed as their favorite community helpers and ended the day with an outdoor parade! Dental Health Month Our PreK-2nd graders from the elementary school had an informative visit with Ms. Lyla from …
Columbus Day 2023 Open Hours Update
Only the preschool and after school programs at McGinnis Woods School are open on Columbus Day, Mon, Oct 9, 2023. The elementary school and middle grades school are not open on Columbus Day, Mon, Oct 9, 2023.
The 2023-2024 School Year is Off to a Great Start!
Hooray for a new school year! The 2023-2024 School Year is off to a great start. Our first day of the 2023-2024 school year was filled with smiles, games, new friends, and middle schoolers joining Wildcat Cup houses! Check out what else we’ve been up to at McGinnis Woods Private School! Hands-On Learning in the …
Preschool First Day of Fall Celebration & Painting the Trike Parking Lot
First Day of Fall Preschool Fun Fun things are always happening in the Preschool! The preschoolers enjoyed their annual first day of Fall picnic outside. Middle School Art Students Paint the Trike Parking Lot The middle school art elective students wrapped up their trike parking lot and trike path art.
February Fun at McGinnis Woods Private School
Celebrating February with Candy Grams & Random Acts of Kindness What a great day for Student Council Candy gram deliveries and Random Acts of Kindness Week 2022 kickoff…our super power is kindness day was fun! Preschool Cookie Making Fun The 3 and 4 year olds in our preschool enjoyed cooking class with Ms. T as …
What’s Happening at McGinnis Woods This Week!
Have you ever wondered what goes on during the school week? Well, we’ve captured a few photos to show just a glimpse of what has happened this week…PreK Letter People, Day 100 and 101 activities, phases of the moon, an in-house field trip, and a Citizen of the Month celebration!
Service & Sweets 2021, My Reptile Guys & Preschool Fun!
Service and Sweets 2021 Service and Sweets 2021 was a fun event of giving back. The 5- 8th graders sang for their families and then they made and packed donated items for Operation Christmas Child! These packages will be sent all over the world. The students ended their day with lots of treats including pumpkin …
Lot’s of Great Learning is Happening this October!
STEM at McGinnis Woods Lots of great learning has been going on in STEM classes. 3rd graders designed and their own rafts which they then tested out on our very own Wildcat Waterway. 2nd graders built ramps for pumpkins to travel on while learning about simple machines. Art at McGinnis Woods Art classes with Ms. …