Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/07/2014 -- Primary Beginnings, a Raleigh preschool with two locations in North Raleigh, has adopted the Preventing Obesity by Design (POD) program at the Spring Forest Road location to teach kids the importance of healthy foods by planting gardens with fresh fruits and vegetables.

Apple trees, pepper plants, snow peas, strawberry plants, and sweet potatoes are all part of the garden. The growing of these fresh fruits and vegetables is to help prevent childhood obesity. The child care center was featured recently on the cover of the Preventing Obesity by Design-Wake Newsletter for their gardens.

The children plant, water, and pick the plants. From start to finish, they get to learn about the process of growing fruits and vegetables. They also get to taste the foods they grew themselves, without dressings, sauces, or any added ingredients. The fresh, non-processed ingredients are picked and used in lunches and snacks for the kids.

Michele Baker, executive director of the Raleigh preschool said, "We believe it's very important for kids to learn the importance of nutrition at a young age, and by growing these fruits and vegetables themselves, they are excited to pick them and eat them." Watering the plants has become a favorite activity for the kids to help with. "It also teaches them responsibility," continued Baker.

Primary Beginnings' implementation of the nutrition program has been a positive experience for teachers and children alike. Healthy nutrition, combined with getting kids outdoors and actively involved is a lifestyle that the teachers at the preschool are hoping to make permanent. Promoting healthy food choices and providing hands-on gardening are how the staff at Primary Beginnings are helping to prevent childhood obesity.

To learn more about Primary Beginnings' POD program, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/blog/raleigh-preschool-nutrition-education-program.

To learn more about Primary Beginnings' other educational programs, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/programs.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a Raleigh 5-star rated preschool and child care center. They offer infant and toddler, preschool and K-5 after-school programs, in addition to hosting a variety of summer events. Learn more about their programs and curriculum by visiting http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/16/2014 -- Primary Beginnings in Raleigh is pleased to announce their partnership with North Carolina State University (NCSU) on their Nutrition Understanding Through Service outreach program. The program focuses on obesity prevention for parents and their preschool-aged children.

NCSU student volunteers visit Primary Beginnings' two locations each week to read nutrition and health related books to the students. The program started with reading, but has expanded to include hands-on lessons from cooking to composting. The NCSU volunteers pass around freshly-picked vegetables so the children can enjoy the texture, shape, and colors of non-processed food. They also sing songs about fruits and vegetables. Preschoolers also get to enjoy the taste of food without the aid of ranch dressing, ketchup, or being fried.

The Nutrition Understanding Through Service program centers around four concepts: illustrate, investigate, illuminate and integrate. They aim to get children interested in healthy eating and nutrition at an early age as well as helping to strengthen social interactions and literacy.

In addition to in-classroom education, Primary Beginnings takes the preschoolers on fieldtrips to places like farmers markets, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches. This gives the children a chance to see first-hand where their food comes from and how it was grown.

Primary Beginnings complements their nutrition education programs with exercise for the children. When the weather is nice, the toddlers go outside for an hour or more of fun outdoor activities. Local athletes are invited in to coordinate basketball, soccer games and obstacle courses. On rainy days they rearrange the classrooms or use the hallways to ensure the children can still get their exercise. They visit local parks to enjoy activities like climbing, swinging and jumping rope.

To learn more about Primary Beginnings' other educational programs, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/programs.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-star rated preschool and child care center in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant and toddler, preschool and K-5 after-school programs, in addition to hosting a variety of summer events. Learn more about their programs and curriculum by visiting http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2014 -- April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, is showing their support by planting their own Pinwheel Garden!

National Child Abuse Prevention Month began in April 1982, in response to the growing concern for child abuse and neglect. Since then, governmental and associated organizations have come together to spread awareness about the negative effects of unresolved child abuse.

Child abuse comes in a variety of forms and includes physical, sexual, emotional and fetal abuse and neglect. The effects of child abuse are longstanding and can lead to academic failure, health issues and increased crime and violence rates.

To give communities the opportunity to show their support in the prevention of child abuse, the Pinwheel Garden was started.

The Pinwheel Garden is a way for organizations and the community to show their support for healthy educational development and growth of children. The pinwheel, when shining in the sun, reflects the bright future that all children deserve. The garden was started in April 2008, with over 900,000 pinwheels planted nationwide since its beginning.

Primary Beginnings is supporting National Child Abuse Prevention Month and has planted Pinwheel Gardens at both of their preschool locations.

To request a tour to see the Pinwheel Garden at either Primary Beginnings location, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/locations.

To learn more about preventing child abuse, please visit http://www.preventchildabusenc.org.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-star rated preschool and child care center in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant and toddler, preschool and K-5 after-school programs, in addition to hosting a variety of summer events. Learn more about their programs and curriculum by visiting http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/13/2014 -- Raleigh preschool and child care center, Primary Beginnings, is excited to unveil their new playground design at their Spring Forest center!

Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated preschool and child care center in Raleigh, NC. They are committed to providing an environment designed to help children learn and grow through developmental and age-appropriate practices.

Last Fall, Primary Beginnings at Spring Forest was selected to receive the "Preventing Obesity Through Design" grant, which was created to help reverse the trend of childhood obesity while improving environmental diversity throughout North Carolina. The grant is part of The Natural Learning Initiative/North Carolina State University College of Design program.

The new playground design features different areas for children to explore the outdoors. There will be lots of greenery and a garden.

Those interested in volunteering to help the Spring Forest center build their new outdoor area should contact 919-790-6888. All volunteers are welcome!

Updates on the new playground can be found on the Primary Beginnings blog and the Primary Beginnings Facebook page.

Learn more about Primary Beginnings by visiting http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated child care center and preschool in Raleigh, NC. They are dedicated to building self-esteem and independence, while fostering creativity and curiosity. To schedule a tour at either the North Hills or Spring Forest location, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/contact.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/12/2014 -- Raleigh preschool and child care center, Primary Beginnings, is excited to announce that they are hosting a canned food drive throughout the month of February!

Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated child care center, offering infant and toddler care, preschool and after school programs. They are dedicated to providing a creative and nurturing environment for children to grow and develop.

February is National Canned Food Month, a month dedicated to the history, safety and benefits of canned goods. It also raises awareness on the state of hunger in America.

To celebrate National Canned Food Month, Primary Beginnings is hosting a month long canned food drive. They are requesting that parents bring in canned vegetables, fruit, soup, etc. to help fight hunger in the Raleigh area.

Parents and students can drop off their canned food items at either of the Primary Beginnings preschool locations. All donations will be dropped off at the local food bank on February 27th.

For more information on how to donate, please contact a Primary Beginnings child care center.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star preschool and child development center in Raleigh, NC. They provide infant, toddler, preschool and after-school programs at both of their locations in North Raleigh. To schedule a tour of either of their centers, please visit www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/14/2014 -- What better way to ring in the New Year than by making resolutions to kick-start 2014. And Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, suggests making resolutions as a family to help toddlers grow and develop.

Primary Beginnings is a Raleigh preschool and child care center, providing a 5-Star quality program and curriculum to their students and parents.

Primary Beginnings suggests making New Year's Resolutions with children to help teach toddlers the importance of responsibility. The earlier a child begins learning and practicing good, healthy habits, the more likely those habits will stick – helping them grow throughout their development.

Examples of kid-friendly resolutions include cleaning up toys, washing hands after using the bathroom, brushing teeth twice a day, and being kind to people and animals.

Primary Beginnings also suggests creating a reward system for children when they complete their resolution. This will help children practice their resolution all year – and make them more aware of how they are contributing to the household.

To learn more about making New Year's resolutions as a family, visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-for-preschoolers.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated preschool and child care center in Raleigh, NC. They are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment to propel children's creativity and abilities. They have 2 preschool locations, conveniently located in North Raleigh. Learn more about their preschool curriculum and program by visiting http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/12/2013 -- Winter is in full swing, bringing lots of cold weather, snow, and germs. Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, knows firsthand the ill-effects germs can play on preschoolers' health and is offering tips to help keep kids healthy this holiday season.

Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated preschool in Raleigh, NC, striving to build self-confidence, nurture creativity, provide comfort and above all, keep children happy and safe.

The holidays are a time of happiness, presents and family. However it's all too common for germs and illnesses to get in the way of a child's holiday fun.

To ensure preschoolers stay healthy and happy this holiday season, Primary Beginnings suggests keeping healthy snacks available as much as possible. By limiting the amount of cookies and overindulging in healthy fruits and vegetables, preschoolers will be able to fight off germs and illnesses better.

Excess amounts of sugar can lead to hyper-spells, which can prevent kids from sleeping at night. Not only will this affect them the next day, but it will also make it difficult to get kids back on schedule after the holidays.

In addition to eating healthy, kids should also understand the importance of washing their hands. By showing them the correct way to wash hands and instilling habits, children will be more likely to wash hands on their own.

To learn more healthy habits for preschoolers, visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/blog/keeping-preschoolers-healthy-this-holiday-season.

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About Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated Raleigh preschool. They offer infant-care, preschool, and after-school programs at both of their locations. To learn more about their curriculum or to request a tour of their child care center, please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/13/2013 -- Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, is excited to announce that they will be participating in the 2013 Raleigh Christmas Parade!

The Raleigh Christmas Parade is the Triangle's annual kickoff event for the holiday season. In its 69th year, the Christmas Parade is the biggest holiday parade between Washington D.C. and Atlanta.

The Raleigh Christmas Parade will be held on November 23, 2013 and begin at 10 AM on Hillsborough Street. The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long and will take 2.5 hours to complete. In addition to being televised on WRAL-TV and UNC-TV that day, the parade will also be rebroadcasted on Christmas morning.

This year the parade boasts more than 155 entries, including floats, balloons, marching bands, specialty vehicles and a special visit from Santa Claus.

"We are so excited to be a part of the parade this year," said Michele Baker, Executive Director at Primary Beginnings. "Our preschoolers are really excited to be in it and can't wait to show their holiday and community spirit."

To learn more about Primary Beginnings' involvement in the parade please visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/blog/primary-beginnings-will-participate-in-the-2013-raleigh-christmas-parade.

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About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated preschool in Raleigh, NC. They are committed to providing quality child care that will build self-esteem and independence, while fostering curiosity and creativity. Request a tour at one of their Raleigh child care locations by calling 919-790-6888 or visiting PrimaryBeginnings.com.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/07/2013 -- Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, is excited to announce their acceptance of the Preventing Obesity by Design (POD) program grant.

The POD program was created to reverse the childhood obesity trend. It aims to improve the outdoor environmental diversity of the childcare centers in North Carolina, as research suggests that these improvements can increase the amount of time a child spends outside and make them more aware of healthy fruits and vegetables.

Primary Beginnings will implement four key program activities to generate and transfer knowledge that will create a cultural realignment of care for young children. The activities will include teacher training on promoting physical activity and nutrition, design assistance to help modify outdoor play areas, start-up incentives to buy plant materials and tools, and dissemination of information to effectively transfer knowledge.

Primary Beginnings' Spring Forest center was among 3 other Wake County preschools to be chosen for the POD program. To learn more about the program, please visit http://www.naturalearning.org/content/preventing-obesity-design-pod-2

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About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star rated preschool and child care center in Raleigh, NC. They are committed to providing quality child care that builds self-esteem and independence while fostering creativity. Schedule a tour at one of their Raleigh preschool locations to learn more about their programs.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/19/2013 -- Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, recently hosted their first St. Jude Children's Hospital Trike-A-Thon fundraiser!

Primary Beginnings was able to raise around $300 to support the research and treatment of childhood cancer and other deadly diseases while teaching tricycle and riding-toy safety tips. On September 12, 2013, preschoolers brought their bikes to school where they practiced the bike safety rules they learned throughout the week.

"This is the first year Primary Beginnings held the St. Jude Trike-A-Thon program," said Michele Baker, Executive Director of Primary Beginnings. "We are proud to support St. Jude, it's a great organization. And not only did we teach our preschoolers valuable safety lessons, we taught them how they can help other kids."

Because no family is ever denied treatment from St. Jude because of inability to pay, funds from public fundraisers such as the St. Jude Trike-A-Thon help the hospital's mission of finding cures and saving children. The Trike-A-Thon program, since its inception in 1983, has raised more than $87 million.

To learn more about holding a Trike-A-Thon, please visit http://www.stjude.org. To learn more about Primary Beginnings preschool, visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com.

About St. Jude Children's Hospital
St. Jude Children's Hospital is a pediatric treatment and research facility. Since opening in 1962, St. Jude has been dedicated to researching treatment and prevention for catastrophic diseases in children. For more information about St. Jude, please visit http://www.stjude.org.

About Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers
Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers is a 5-star rated preschool in Raleigh. They believe in providing quality child care that helps children build self-esteem and independence while fostering creativity and curiosity. To request a tour of one of their Raleigh preschool locations, visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/locations.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/14/2013 -- Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers, is excited to announce that their North Hills child care center recently celebrated its twelfth anniversary!

Primary Beginnings at North Hills first opened its doors on August 12, 2013. The center has since become a community staple, educating the areas bright young minds, and instilling a solid foundation for children to learn on.

To celebrate, the North Hills center hosted a birthday party with a bouncy house, face painting and cupcakes. Parents were also invited to join the celebration.

For more information about Primary Beginnings and its preschool and after-school programs, contact either their North Hills or Spring Forest center, or visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings chooses to apply and achieve the highest rated license to support their philosophy of providing quality care for preschoolers and school-age children. Each of their centers are 5-Star rated, the highest child care license rating in North Carolina. Contact Primary Beginnings today or request a tour of your nearest Raleigh child care center.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/01/2013 -- Raleigh preschool, Primary Beginnings, is excited to announce that their Spring Forest Dr. child care center is turning 14! The preschool first opened back in 1999, and has been educating children throughout North Raleigh for 14 years.

The Spring Forest location was Primary Beginnings first preschool to open in Raleigh. They have since expanded, opening another child care center on North Hills Dr, which will be celebrating its 12th anniversary later this month.

"I am so proud of our preschool teachers and staff," said Michele Baker, Executive Director of Primary Beginnings. "We have worked hard to earn a 5-Star rating for each of our centers, becoming the preferred preschool in Raleigh by parents. We appreciate all the support from the community and are excited to continue to educate Raleigh's young minds."

To celebrate Spring Forest Dr.'s fourteenth birthday, the center will be hosting a birthday party on August 2, 2013. The birthday festivities will include a bouncy house, face painting and birthday cake. Parents are also welcome to have lunch with their child. More details about the Spring Forest birthday celebration can be found on the Primary Beginnings blog.

If you are looking for child care or preschool in Raleigh, call Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 to schedule a tour of their Spring Forest location.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/15/2013 -- Primary Beginnings Child Development Center is proud to offer 5-Star rated child care programs in Raleigh, NC.

The Division of Child Development and Early Education determine each child care centers rating in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina. The rating is based on the following factors: Compliance, Quality Child Care Programs and Staff Education. Licensed child care programs are visited once a year by the Division of Child Development to ensure the programs are in accordance with child care regulations, including health and safety regulations.

5 Star child care is important because a child's early years are most critical for creating a sturdy foundation for development and behavior skills. Early childhood experiences affect how the brain is designed and how it will continue to process information.

Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers chooses to apply and achieve the highest rated child care standards in North Carolina in order to provide high quality social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development experiences.

For more information or to schedule a tour at one of their child care centers in Raleigh, call 919-790-6888 or visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/contact.

About Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers
Primary Beginnings is a 5-Star child care center in Raleigh, NC. They believe in providing quality child care for young children, designed to build self-esteem and independence while fostering curiosity and creativity. Primary Beginnings has two center locations in Raleigh: Spring Forest and North Hills. To set up a center location tour, call 919-790-6888 or visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/contact.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/19/2013 -- After 5 years, Primary Beginnings Child Care Centers are closing their Falls of Neuse location.

Despite the Falls of Neuse center closing, Primary Beginnings remains dedicated to providing quality child care at their North Hills and Spring Forest locations. Each location is 5 Star rated, the highest child care rating in North Carolina. The centers are staffed with qualified and educated teachers, committed to child care development and the Primary Beginnings philosophy.

The North Hills and Spring Forest locations will continue to provide infant, preschool and after school services for Raleigh children, in addition to offering summer daycare /camp solutions for working parents.

For more information about the Primary Beginnings locations and the programs offered, contact Michele Baker at 919-790-6888 or visit them at http://www.primarybeginnings.com

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings chooses to apply and achieve the highest rated license to support their philosophy of providing quality care for infants, preschoolers and school-age children. Each of their locations is rated 5 Star, the highest rated child care license in North Carolina. Request a tour of their North Hills or Spring Forest location today!

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Primary Beginnings Childcare Development Center increases student enrollment for after-school program.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/17/2013 -- Raleigh faces an increasing issue with thousands of school-aged children being left home, unsupervised, for hours after school until a parent comes home from work. Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers are seeking to address the issue by expanding their after-school programs and making them affordable and accessible for Raleigh parents.

The Executive Director of Primary Beginnings stated, "We realize that our community has a need, and we know we have the authority to do something about it… Each of our child care facilities provide structured, safe, and supervised places for students to learn and socialize."

According to an After-School Alliance study, conducted in 2012, enrolling children in after-school programs can help improve student engagement during the learning process. When children become excited about learning they are more likely to earn better grades, and ultimately improve academically.

Center Directors for Primary Beginnings expressed their pride in hiring qualified teachers to lead their after-school programs. "Our child care centers offer exceptional care and quality educators that are crucial to fulfilling the educational needs of your children…our after-school program is designed to help children reach their full potential. We are only able to do that with teachers who are passionate about helping children develop and learn."

Many Raleigh parents had positive testimonials when asked about Primary Beginnings. One parent expressed appreciation for Primary Beginnings being proactive in expanding their objectives one step further by focusing one of their after-school program objectives on combating childhood obesity.

"I don't have to worry about my children going home and eating junk food after school because the teachers at Primary Beginnings teach them the benefits of choosing nutritional snacks over unhealthy ones.

About Primary Beginning's After-School Program
Primary Beginnings is a child development center located in Raleigh. They offer K-5 after-school programs in three Raleigh locations: Spring Forest Rd., Falls of Neuse Road, and North Hills Drive. Each center cultivates enriching, safe and affordable after-school environments. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at www.PrimaryBeginnings.com

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2013 -- Local Raleigh childcare center, Primary Beginnings, is excited to announce the grand re-opening of their North Hills preschool location. The North Hills location recently underwent renovations to the exterior of the building and installed a brand new playground.

Primary Beginnings Child Development Center is a 5-Star rated preschool, providing infant, preschool and K-5 after school care. With over 115 enrolled children, including those in the NC Pre-K program and over 17 employees for 8 classrooms, Primary Beginnings serves more than 95 families, parents and/or grandparents, bringing high quality child care services to the community. Their dedication to early childcare education has made them on of the best preschool centers in Raleigh.

The North Hills grand re-opening will kick-off Primary Beginning's celebration of "Week of the Young Child"; a week focused on the needs of young children and their families and is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The annual celebratory week brings national attention to early childhood education and recognizes childcare programs that meet the needs of young children.

The North Hills re-opening ceremony will be held on April 15, 2013 at 10AM, on the brand new playground. Primary Beginnings at North Hills is located at 2100 North Hills Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612. Representatives from the NAEYC, state legislature from the 27612 district and local media outlets have been invited to take part in the memorable event.

For more information about attending the grand re-opening ceremony, please call 919-785-0303 or visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/blog/north-hills-grand-re-opening-ceremony. For more information about child care availability, please call 919-785-0303 or visit http://www.primarybeginnings.com/locations to set up a tour.

About Primary Beginnings Child Development Center
Primary Beginnings is a child development center located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star facility is staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-785-0303 or visit their website at http://www.primarybeginnings.com

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Primary Beginnings child development centers are proud to offer affordable child care at a 5-Star Rated level.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/13/2013 -- Looking for affordable Raleigh child care that will provide the best education for your child without breaking the bank can be a frustrating experience. You want to provide your child with the best education and resources all while knowing your child is in good hands and paying an affordable rate. Each Primary Beginnings child development center makes the search process easier by offering their 5-Star programs at an affordable rate.

North Carolina's 5-Star Rated License program requires child care providers meet certain requirements to be considered a 2-3-4 or 5 Star Rated center. Points are awarded on the teacher education, educational programs offered, and history of the center which are all combined to give their licensure rating.

What makes this Raleigh child development center a 5-Star Rated program? Each Primary Beginnings center only employs the best teachers at their facilities. At minimum, all teachers have an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, in addition to completing their NC Early Childhood Credentials. Primary Beginnings director, Lara Siffer, has an extensive education background, having worked in the industry her whole career and a Level III NC Administration credential.

In addition to quality and educated teachers, Primary Beginnings child development centers offer top notch education to its students. Each center has numerous activities for the children to interact with and bigger classrooms to give them room to play. The staff to child ratio is also smaller than most national child care chains, giving children the attention they deserve.

Primary Beginnings, even with their high 5-Star Rated License, offers their quality child care at an affordable rate. Their curriculum and teachers are comparable to those at national child care centers, however their affordability is what makes them stand out. Contact Primary Beginnings at any of their Raleigh locations for more information regarding their child care programs or visit their website at www.primarybeginnings.com

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a child development center located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star facility is staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at www.primarybeginnings.com

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Primary Beginnings child development centers are excited to celebrate National Children's Dental Health month with their preschoolers.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2013 -- February is National Children's Dental Health month and Primary Beginnings is teaching Raleigh preschoolers the importance of brushing and flossing their pearly whites!

National Children's Dental Health month is an annual event aimed at raising awareness among families and children about the importance of healthy oral habits in children. During the month, dentists and dental hygienists spend time volunteering to conduct oral health exams and screenings and to provide educational opportunities in schools and community centers.

To help the children understand why proper, everyday brushing and flossing is important to maintaining healthy teeth, Primary Beginnings sought out the help of a local dental hygienist. With the help of puppets and an over-sized toothbrush, the preschoolers were able to see just how to brush their teeth, making sure to reach their back molars and brush their tongue and gums.

In conjunction with National Children's Dental Health Month, Primary Beginnings will be celebrating National Tooth Fairy Day on February 28. Raleigh preschoolers will learn more about the tooth fairy and why she comes in the night to trade baby teeth for money. Celebrating National Tooth Fairy Day will also make the transition from baby teeth to adult teeth easier, creating a positive experience instead of a scary one.

Primary Beginnings is proud to educate their preschoolers on dental hygiene and safe oral practices. They are effectively teaching their students positive methods for a healthier upbringing. If you would like more information about how your child can enroll in Primary Beginnings, please call them at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at www.primarybeginnings.com

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings child development centers are located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star preschools are staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at www.primarybeginnings.com

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/14/2013 -- Two-thirds of adults and nearly one in three children are overweight or obese. Childhood obesity is now recognized as having its roots during the preschool years. Regardless of what age childhood obesity really begins, it's never too early to instill healthy lifestyle habits.

January 25th is National Preschool Fitness Day, a day to acknowledge the importance of developing healthy lifestyle habits in preschool age children. With the growing concern over childhood obesity, diabetes and an early predisposition to heart disease, it is imperative that healthy habits of regular exercise and sound eating are taught to our youngest population.

National Preschool Fitness Day is a perfect time for the community, child care centers, preschools, businesses and parents to come together to encourage daily physical activity for all children during the preschool years.

To help celebrate the day, Primary Beginnings preschools across Raleigh will be having special activities for their students and families. During the day children will enjoy:

- Movement and fun fitness activities
- Learning about healthy food choices and help make healthful snacks
- Make and use physical education equipment
- Educational Handouts
- Coloring Sheets
- Classroom Projects

National Preschool Fitness Day is sponsored by KID-FIT, a division of Aerobic Fitness Consultants, Inc. KID-FIT is a world renowned physical education program designed to combat the childhood fitness crisis by teaching children ages 2-5 that it's fun to exercise, eat right and take care of their bodies.

Primary Beginnings has three Raleigh locations, conveniently located in the Spring Forest, Falls of Neuse, and North Hills areas. For more information about the preschool's events and activities, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at http://www.primarybeginnings.com/calendar

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings child development centers are located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star preschools are staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at http://www.primarybeginnings.com

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Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers are ready to celebrate this holiday season all over the world.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/18/2012 -- Get ready to celebrate the holidays: Around the World! To honor the various cultures represented by their preschool and after school care students, Primary Beginnings is hosting a "Holidays Around the World" celebration!

Primary Beginnings is a Raleigh based child development center offering Infant and Toddler, Preschool, and K-5 After-School programs. A 5-Star facility, Primary Beginnings only incorporates the latest research and practices into their programs by implementing The Creative Curriculum.

The event will be held Wednesday, December 19, 2012 from 4-6 pm. Parents will be able to visit the different country celebrations with their child upon picking them up from their child care center that evening.

"Since we aren't a religious child care center, we are able to incorporate various cultural traditions into our holiday program," said Lara Siffer, President of Primary Beginnings. "It's a great way to celebrate the holiday season with our students while still providing knowledge and fun for all."

Throughout the month of December, lesson plans have surrounded how various countries celebrate the holiday season. The event will allow the children to showcase what they learned in addition to celebrate with their friends, teachers and family.

On December 19, classrooms will be decorated according to a particular country. Each room will have a fun activity available as well as food samples representative of their country. Children will be able to learn more about the various country holiday festivities while enjoying a fun-filled evening with their parents.

Primary Beginnings has three Raleigh locations, conveniently located in the Spring Forest, Falls of Neuse, and North Hills areas. For more information about the festivities, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings child development centers are located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star preschools are staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at PrimaryBeginnings.com

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/14/2012 -- Local Raleigh childcare center, Primary Beginnings, attended the Excellence in Leadership Child Care Conference organized by The North Carolina Licensed Child Care Association last month in Greensboro, North Carolina. Attendance to this conference is valuable as it provides childcare center directors and teachers with resources that allow them to succeed in developing the minds of young children.

The North Carolina Licensed Child Care Association (NCLCCA) is an organization of childcare providers, funded solely through the support of North Carolina childcare centers and vendors. The NCLCAA is comprised of profit and non-profit providers and vendors and acts as a liaison between the centers and their overseeing regulatory bodies.

The Excellence in Leadership Conference is an annual event that offers childcare providers the opportunity to network with other North Carolina providers as well as take part in valuable Division of Child Development and Early Education training sessions. Attendees of the Excellence in Leadership Conference gain tremendous insight into the childcare industry by taking DCDEE training hours and interacting with other childcare professionals.

In addition to attending The Excellence in Leadership Conference, the Primary Beginnings team was also part of the Conference Committee with Lara Siffer, President of Primary Beginnings, serving as Conference Committee Chair. Taking an active role in the conference enabled Lara and her team to learn more about the NCLCCA as well as fully benefit from the full effect of the conference.

"We felt that this conference was designed specifically for Managers in the Early Childhood field," Lara stated. "The conference had providers just like us so we could network and hear how others operated their businesses and how they provided the very best for families in their communities".

The Primary Beginnings team was able to choose from course topics such as: Improving Your Leadership Skills, Time Management, Bullying Prevention and Updates from the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. In addition to training sessions, the conference lined up keynote speakers Vernon Mason, Jr and Denise Ryan as inspiration to the educators.

The conference hands out awards at the Celebration Dinner to honor childcare providers who have made an impact in their community while providing excellent service in the childcare field. Awards range from Excellence in Leadership Award to the Director of the Year award. Primary Beginnings received the Key to Success Award, which recognizes their work and donation for advocacy work.

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a child development center located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star facility is staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website at PrimaryBeginnings.com

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While the thought of sending your child to a daycare/after-school program maybe not be ideal, studies are showing positive growth and achievement long term.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/25/2012 -- Is your child enrolled in an after school program? Studies show that only 15% of children attend day-care or a child development program after school despite the growing number of positive relationships between attendance and long term achievement.

The benefits to child care programs are overwhelming. Research shows that children who participate in structured after-school programs improve their academic achievement. It establishes a good routine while providing qualified teachers who can assist children with their homework.

An additional benefit is the peace of a mind it gives parents. Most parents have jobs that keep them at the office from 9AM to 5PM, and with traffic around the RTP it could take up to another hour for them to get home. By the time they walk in the door, their children have been alone for up to 4 hours. An after school provider allows for the children to stay productive, social and not just home watching TV!

While you need to find a program that is suitable to you and your child, there are plenty of options to choose from. Primary Beginnings has 3 different locations throughout Raleigh to make it easier for the working family. They also surround their programs around the Creative Curriculum, designed to provide routine and create experiences. It is important to find the right fit for you and your child.

Ready to start your child on the right path today? Request to take a tour of one of our Raleigh after school program locations near you!

About Primary Beginnings
Primary Beginnings is a child development center located in Raleigh, NC. They offer infant, preschool and K-5 after school programs, all built to instill self-confidence and creativity. Their 5-star facility is staffed by highly trained and quality teachers ready to teach and help every child grow. For more information, contact Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 or visit their website.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/24/2012 -- Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers is excited to announce the 13th anniversary of the opening of their very first Raleigh preschool. The preschool located on Spring Forest Rd. opened back in 1999 and has been serving families across North Raleigh for 13 years!

Primary Beginnings has since expanded from that one location to now having 3 preschool locations across Raleigh. The preschool on Falls of Neuse Rd. has been in operation for 11 years now, and the newest preschool location on North Hills Dr. will be celebrating it's 5th year.

"I'm so proud of our preschool staff and teachers," says Lara Siffer, President of Primary Beginnings. "Not only have we become a local icon to families in Raleigh, but we have also earned 5 Star ratings for each of our preschools. I look forward to directing these locations for many more years to come."

If you are new to Raleigh and looking for a 5 Star preschool, call Primary Beginnings at 919-790-6888 to schedule a tour at one of the Raleigh preschool locations nearest you.

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Finding and choosing the right child care facility for your child is one of the most important decisions you make as a parent. Thankfully, there is a rating system in North Carolina that can help make your decision easier.

Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/20/2012 -- Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers in Raleigh chooses to apply and achieve the highest rated child care standards in North Carolina. They are proud to announce that because of these high standards, each of their child care centers in Raleigh has earned the highest child care rating license possible: 5 Stars.

The Division of Child Development and Early Education determines the rated license each child care center in Raleigh and across North Carolina receives. The rating is based on Compliance, Quality Child Care Program Standards and Staff Education. All licensed child care programs are visited at least once per year by the Division of Child Development Staff to make sure the program is in compliance with all child care regulations, including health and safety regulations.

A 5 Star child care center is important because the early years of a child's life are the most critical for development. Early childhood experiences affect how the brain is built. As a child's brain grows, the quality of the experiences that a child has creates either a sturdy or fragile foundation for all of the development and behavior that follow.

High quality educational experiences promote children's social, emotional, physical, communication, and cognitive development. This means that teachers and caregivers need to be specially trained in early childhood education in order to provide the best learning environment for students at such an impressionable age.

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Raleigh, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/13/2012 -- Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers in Raleigh have announced they are holding an Open House for Prospective New Enrollees on August 30th. The open house will be available at all of their preschool and child care locations from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

Primary Beginnings has 3 child care centers across Raleigh including locations at Spring Forest Rd., Falls of Neuse Rd., and North Hills Dr.

Parents and families looking for a preschool are welcomed to come out to meet the Primary Beginnings center directors and get to know the teachers. The centers will also have games for children setup and a light snack served.

Primary Beginnings Child Development Centers is recognized as a 5 Star child care center, the highest rated license from the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The certification shows the center is dedicated to support the philosophy of providing quality care for young children. The Division of Child Development and Early Education determines the rated license each center receives. It is based on Compliance, Quality Child Care Program Standards and Staff Education.

For more information and to find the Primary Beginnings preschool location nearest you, please visit PrimaryBeginnings.com or call (919)790-6888.

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