BCC Preschool
Baptist Center Preschool is a place where children experience God's love because they are loved and accepted, valued and celebrated! We want to partner with the family to introduce God's plan for the child and inspire a love for learning, as well as help them grow in their relationship with God and others.
General Information
Baptist Center Church Preschool is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for 2-4 old children. We strive to provide children with a variety of activities each day, as well as to allow them to use their imagination while playing in centers with peers inside and out on our playground.
We are a Christian facility that exposes children to Jesus Christ by being Christian witnesses through our daily lives. At Baptist Center Church Preschool, we begin each day with Chapel Time, where we learn Bible stories, memorize scripture, say pledges, sing, and have prayer time. We have weekly sessions that include Music, Creative Art, Physical Fitness, and Story-time Adventure. We offer an environment that encourages development in social, academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
Baptist Center Church Preschool operates Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Our program runs from September through May and is available for children ages 2-4. We offer a 3-day program for two-year-olds. Three and four-year-old children have the option of attending a 4- or 5-day program.
3-day program attends Tuesday-Thursday
4-day program attends Monday-Thursday
5-day program attends Monday-Friday
We encourage interested families to come and visit the preschool and meet the staff during regular preschool hours.
We are a Christian facility that exposes children to Jesus Christ by being Christian witnesses through our daily lives. At Baptist Center Church Preschool, we begin each day with Chapel Time, where we learn Bible stories, memorize scripture, say pledges, sing, and have prayer time. We have weekly sessions that include Music, Creative Art, Physical Fitness, and Story-time Adventure. We offer an environment that encourages development in social, academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
Baptist Center Church Preschool operates Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Our program runs from September through May and is available for children ages 2-4. We offer a 3-day program for two-year-olds. Three and four-year-old children have the option of attending a 4- or 5-day program.
3-day program attends Tuesday-Thursday
4-day program attends Monday-Thursday
5-day program attends Monday-Friday
We encourage interested families to come and visit the preschool and meet the staff during regular preschool hours.
Meet the Staff
Mrs. Sherri Anderson, Preschool Director
Mrs. Sherri is a member of Baptist Center Church and is happily married to her husband, Danny. They have two beautiful daughters and one grandson. At Baptist Center Church, she actively serves on the Preschool Advisory Board, the Decorating Committee, and the Bereavement Committee. Mrs. Sherri worked for five years with the Johnston County School System before beginning her career with the NC State Bureau of Investigation. She retired as a Criminal Information Auditor with the Special Operations Division in 2010. After a few months of relaxation, she accepted the position of Music Teacher with BCC Preschool. In 2012, she accepted the position of Preschool Director. Mrs. Sherri has a passion for the preschool and feels blessed to work with such a dedicated staff. She enjoys boating and fishing with her husband, backyard bonfires, cooking for family, and reading inspirational romance novels.
Mrs. Bailey Jones – Fantastic Four’s Teacher
Mrs. Bailey is thrilled to be leading the Fantastic Four’s 5-day classroom. She has over twenty years of experience working with children of all ages. This includes YMCA After-School Programs, working with ESL students, and volunteering at her own children’s elementary school. She is a Meredith College graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. During the summer, she enjoys volunteering with Vacation Bible School programs, especially at her family’s church, First Baptist in Kinston, NC. Mrs. Bailey has been happily married to her husband, Nate, for more than ten years. Together, they have two sons, both graduates of BCC Preschool. She also has an amazing stepdaughter. When Mrs. Bailey isn’t teaching preschool, she enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs. She loves art, music, gardening, and the beach! Mrs. Bailey is happy to be a part of the BCC Preschool team. She feels honored to have the opportunity to teach children about God’s unconditional love. To her, there is nothing more rewarding than making a positive impact on a child's life.
Mrs. Jessica Wells - Thriving Three’s Teacher
Mrs. Jessica is excited to lead the Thriving Three’s class! She brings over 20 years of experience working with children through babysitting, serving on the board of a children's athletic program, volunteering in classrooms and extracurricular activities at her children’s school, helping with Vacation Bible School each summer, and working as a teacher's assistant in the Thriving Threes classroom.
Before joining BCCP, Mrs. Jessica was a stay-at-home mom for five years. Prior to that, she worked with JCDSS in the Children's Services Building. She grew up in a small town and has lived there her entire life. Mrs. Jessica is married to her high school sweetheart, and together they have two children, along with another child they welcomed into their home to love and care for as their own. Her youngest child attended BCCP beginning in the two-year-old classroom and proudly graduated from the four-year-old classroom.
Mrs. Jessica is a Christian and attends The Bridge Church in Smithfield, NC. She is very family-oriented and loves the beach, crafting, and animals. At home, she enjoys caring for her mini farm, which includes cats, a dog, chickens, ducks, and turkeys! She believes learning should be fun and engaging and doesn’t mind getting a little messy while doing the things children love most – painting, playing with Play-Doh, and crafting with plenty of glitter.
Mrs. Jessica is thrilled to welcome your child into her classroom, where they will be loved, taught, and encouraged through play and hands-on learning.
Mrs. Meredith Alexander, Totally Terrific Two’s Teacher
Mrs. Meredith teaches our Totally Terrific Twos. She has her early childhood certifications and over 15 years of experience working with children. She loves toddlers, and the 2-year-olds are her favorite age to work with. She has over 10 years of experience working specifically with 2-year-old children. Mrs. Meredith is happily married and has 3 children and 1 grandchild. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
Ms. Essie Carr, Fantastic Four's Teacher Assistant
Ms. Essie is a member at Baptist Center Church and the assistant teacher in Mrs. Bailey's four-year-old class. She is currently studying at JCC and has a deep passion for art, which she uses to foster an environment where children can explore their creativity. Outside the classroom, she helps with graphics, the tech booth, and the decorating committee at BCC. She also enjoys music and being in nature in her spare time.
Mrs. Andrea Uscio, Fantastic Four's Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Andrea is a member of Baptist Center Church. She has been married to her husband for over ten years. Together, they share one son. Mrs. Andrea grew up in Cary and moved to Clayton in 2020. She has a degree in Communication from North Carolina State University. Her previous jobs include the YMCA, The Little Gym, and All American Swim Supply. In her free time, Mrs. Andrea enjoys attending church, baking, going to the movies, and traveling. She believes it is an honor to work with children and hopes to teach for many years to come.
Miss Heather Boyette, Thriving Three’s Teacher Assistant
Miss Heather is excited to assist in the Thriving Three's class. She was born and raised in Clayton and grew up helping with children’s church and VBS at Amelia Christian Church. Miss Heather graduated from Barton College with her Bachelor of Social Work and has developed a passion to work with children. She loves to share her love for Jesus through worship music. She is a Christian, family oriented, loves to make memories with her own daughter, and is excited to plant the seed of Jesus’ word in other children.
Mrs. Mary Katherine Key, Totally Terrific Two’s Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Mary Kathryn serves as a Teacher Assistant for our Totally Terrific Twos classroom. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development and brings over 10 years of professional experience working with young children. Mary Kathryn’s purpose is rooted in caregiving, and she has a genuine love for all children placed in her care. She is known for her kindness and her huge heart for both children and pets. Being a caregiver comes naturally to her. Mary Kathryn is happily married to her husband, Jake, and together they have two children, Elijah and Caroline, along with their beloved Jack Russell, Sadie. Her daughter Caroline spent two years in the BCC program and is a proud graduate of the Class of 2024. The family’s personal experience and gratitude for the program inspired Mary Kathryn to join BCC and give back in a meaningful way. Mary Kathryn and her family attend Hopefront Church, where she actively serves in the preschool ministry. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, camping (glamping), and anything by the water.
Mrs. Sherri is a member of Baptist Center Church and is happily married to her husband, Danny. They have two beautiful daughters and one grandson. At Baptist Center Church, she actively serves on the Preschool Advisory Board, the Decorating Committee, and the Bereavement Committee. Mrs. Sherri worked for five years with the Johnston County School System before beginning her career with the NC State Bureau of Investigation. She retired as a Criminal Information Auditor with the Special Operations Division in 2010. After a few months of relaxation, she accepted the position of Music Teacher with BCC Preschool. In 2012, she accepted the position of Preschool Director. Mrs. Sherri has a passion for the preschool and feels blessed to work with such a dedicated staff. She enjoys boating and fishing with her husband, backyard bonfires, cooking for family, and reading inspirational romance novels.
Mrs. Bailey Jones – Fantastic Four’s Teacher
Mrs. Bailey is thrilled to be leading the Fantastic Four’s 5-day classroom. She has over twenty years of experience working with children of all ages. This includes YMCA After-School Programs, working with ESL students, and volunteering at her own children’s elementary school. She is a Meredith College graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. During the summer, she enjoys volunteering with Vacation Bible School programs, especially at her family’s church, First Baptist in Kinston, NC. Mrs. Bailey has been happily married to her husband, Nate, for more than ten years. Together, they have two sons, both graduates of BCC Preschool. She also has an amazing stepdaughter. When Mrs. Bailey isn’t teaching preschool, she enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs. She loves art, music, gardening, and the beach! Mrs. Bailey is happy to be a part of the BCC Preschool team. She feels honored to have the opportunity to teach children about God’s unconditional love. To her, there is nothing more rewarding than making a positive impact on a child's life.
Mrs. Jessica Wells - Thriving Three’s Teacher
Mrs. Jessica is excited to lead the Thriving Three’s class! She brings over 20 years of experience working with children through babysitting, serving on the board of a children's athletic program, volunteering in classrooms and extracurricular activities at her children’s school, helping with Vacation Bible School each summer, and working as a teacher's assistant in the Thriving Threes classroom.
Before joining BCCP, Mrs. Jessica was a stay-at-home mom for five years. Prior to that, she worked with JCDSS in the Children's Services Building. She grew up in a small town and has lived there her entire life. Mrs. Jessica is married to her high school sweetheart, and together they have two children, along with another child they welcomed into their home to love and care for as their own. Her youngest child attended BCCP beginning in the two-year-old classroom and proudly graduated from the four-year-old classroom.
Mrs. Jessica is a Christian and attends The Bridge Church in Smithfield, NC. She is very family-oriented and loves the beach, crafting, and animals. At home, she enjoys caring for her mini farm, which includes cats, a dog, chickens, ducks, and turkeys! She believes learning should be fun and engaging and doesn’t mind getting a little messy while doing the things children love most – painting, playing with Play-Doh, and crafting with plenty of glitter.
Mrs. Jessica is thrilled to welcome your child into her classroom, where they will be loved, taught, and encouraged through play and hands-on learning.
Mrs. Meredith Alexander, Totally Terrific Two’s Teacher
Mrs. Meredith teaches our Totally Terrific Twos. She has her early childhood certifications and over 15 years of experience working with children. She loves toddlers, and the 2-year-olds are her favorite age to work with. She has over 10 years of experience working specifically with 2-year-old children. Mrs. Meredith is happily married and has 3 children and 1 grandchild. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
Ms. Essie Carr, Fantastic Four's Teacher Assistant
Ms. Essie is a member at Baptist Center Church and the assistant teacher in Mrs. Bailey's four-year-old class. She is currently studying at JCC and has a deep passion for art, which she uses to foster an environment where children can explore their creativity. Outside the classroom, she helps with graphics, the tech booth, and the decorating committee at BCC. She also enjoys music and being in nature in her spare time.
Mrs. Andrea Uscio, Fantastic Four's Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Andrea is a member of Baptist Center Church. She has been married to her husband for over ten years. Together, they share one son. Mrs. Andrea grew up in Cary and moved to Clayton in 2020. She has a degree in Communication from North Carolina State University. Her previous jobs include the YMCA, The Little Gym, and All American Swim Supply. In her free time, Mrs. Andrea enjoys attending church, baking, going to the movies, and traveling. She believes it is an honor to work with children and hopes to teach for many years to come.
Miss Heather Boyette, Thriving Three’s Teacher Assistant
Miss Heather is excited to assist in the Thriving Three's class. She was born and raised in Clayton and grew up helping with children’s church and VBS at Amelia Christian Church. Miss Heather graduated from Barton College with her Bachelor of Social Work and has developed a passion to work with children. She loves to share her love for Jesus through worship music. She is a Christian, family oriented, loves to make memories with her own daughter, and is excited to plant the seed of Jesus’ word in other children.
Mrs. Mary Katherine Key, Totally Terrific Two’s Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Mary Kathryn serves as a Teacher Assistant for our Totally Terrific Twos classroom. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development and brings over 10 years of professional experience working with young children. Mary Kathryn’s purpose is rooted in caregiving, and she has a genuine love for all children placed in her care. She is known for her kindness and her huge heart for both children and pets. Being a caregiver comes naturally to her. Mary Kathryn is happily married to her husband, Jake, and together they have two children, Elijah and Caroline, along with their beloved Jack Russell, Sadie. Her daughter Caroline spent two years in the BCC program and is a proud graduate of the Class of 2024. The family’s personal experience and gratitude for the program inspired Mary Kathryn to join BCC and give back in a meaningful way. Mary Kathryn and her family attend Hopefront Church, where she actively serves in the preschool ministry. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, camping (glamping), and anything by the water.
Open to 2, 3, and 4 year old kids
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration fee $125.00
Three Days $225.00
Four Days $275.00
Five Days $315.00
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration fee $125.00
Three Days $225.00
Four Days $275.00
Five Days $315.00