My son started his preschool classes in 2022 and I was so hesitant to put him into school. After touring the establishment, meeting Steffani, seeing how wonderful the school is I fell in love. I knew my son was in good hands. My son wasn't speaking too much before starting school but after his first year he was speaking full and complete sentences and writing. The teachers there are amazing! They all either had their own kids go through FFP or have taught there for 10+ years. Everyone just seems to be one big family there. My son is now onto kindergarten and my daughter will start her first year there come August. I have nothing but nice things to say about FFP and the wonderful people there. read more

First Foundations served as our family's first experience with preschool, and for that we are so extremely thankful. Our shy little daughter just blossomed at this school, to the extent that our friends and extended family remarked on the change in her confidence and demeanor. I'm admittedly a pretty anxious mama bear and I am still, a year later, so shocked at how seamless the adjustment to going to preschool felt for both my daughter and for myself. There were no tears from my little one when I dropped her off, but on more than one occasion she was adamant that she didn't want to leave the school when I picked her up. I could write paragraph upon paragraph, but I'll try to keep it short and sweet because I know firsthand how much energy it takes to search for that perfect fit. Here are some of the aspects that stood out to me! - The whole entire staff here is so wonderful. The director, Mrs. Wilkins, truly pours her heart into her school. She knows and loves each child and greets them by name. She also personally ran my daughter's lunch box/jacket/show and tell item down to her classroom on the more than one occasion that I completely forgot those items in a sleep deprived haze. Our daughter's teachers, Mrs. Gamoneda and Mrs. Pallota, were so kind and loving. Our kiddo can be stubborn, and she started the school year insisting that she didn't want finger paint on her hands. Mrs. G and Mrs. P worked with her, encouraging but never pushing (they even asked my husband and myself if there was any sort of alternative glue or paint she might find more tolerable), and our daughter was beaming with pride when she presented us with a finger painted keepsake a few weeks later. I said I'd keep this short, so bullet points for the rest. - All of the teachers are very qualified. - The school is clean and the teachers had the children wash their hands several times every day even in a pre-coronavirus world. - There are all sorts of fun theme days, class parties and a Christmas program. - This was my daughter's takeaway from our initial tour - two playgrounds! Here is my takeaway - two safe, age appropriate playgrounds that are fenced in. - In addition to the classroom, the children attend Chapel, Spanish and music class (we had the opportunity to observe a bit of the music class on our tour, and the kids were having so much fun). - A perfect combination of play based learning and learning skills that will be needed in kindergarten (our 4 y/o is now able to write her name but she had a lot of fun at school too) - The teachers incorporate super cool activities (a volcano, a caterpillar that turns into a butterfly, a classroom full of tents, reading Biblical stories via blacklight) into their daily lesson plans. - The school is safety minded. This was huge for me. - If you have a baby on your hip, everyone will help you. :) There is a wonderful drop off program, actually, in which teachers are in charge of getting kids from your car. It's very safe and coordinated well. - The school has a bridge program and a kindergarten program. This is actually how I learned about First Foundations. It's seriously the best school, and the only thing I would ever change about it is that I wish our kids could attend for a couple more years. read more

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This place is literally the Disney world of preschools. The happiest and best place to send your kids. The staff love their job and it's communicated in the joy they have with their students. Such a good place. read more

Blessed by the hearts & hands behind these doors. My son attended his first preschool class at 3.5 yrs old. He looked forward to going to school since Day 1. His teachers have been a gift to us during our life's greatest transition from out of state. We are so grateful for our time at First Foundations where Christ's Love is apparent, Joy is abundant & the learning environment is fun & safe. Many thanks to Steffani & the entire staff whom also navigated Covid times with the grace, precaution, & discernment! read more

We are now at another private school. There are two children in the first grade class that can read very well. My fdaughter and another boy who was schooled at First Foundation! read more

First Foundations Preschool is amazing! We moved to Texas a year ago and chose this school off of all the amazing reviews and they are all beyond true praises! It is a Christian based school for pre-k and kindergarten. They are very clean, the staff is beyond exceptional and the the teachers are all highly qualified! My son loves this school. He will be doing another year of pre-k due to his late Bday and we have chosen to continue making the 30 minute commute from our residence because we love the school that much! read more

Nurturing, caring and quite exceptional. I can't say enough good things about First Foundations. They have an excellent curriculum / environment that encourages creativity, compassion, fundamental academic achievement, teamwork, leadership, individual excellence; and builds character. The facilities are extremely clean and modern. They have small classes. The teachers are professional and experienced. There are dedicated music and Spanish instructors on staff. My son attends First Foundations Preschool and he loves his teacher and the school. Being an active child, he has required (and received) much patience from his teacher and staff. Every staff member has been supportive and cares deeply about his success. His teachers communicate with us often and candidly about his progress, challenges and successes. The teachers, administration and staff at First Foundations love each and every child they teach. They don't just love kids in general, but they truly love each child and give their all to teach and care for each little one. read more

Great preschool! Staff is loving and take very good care of my little ones. They have a strong curriculum to prepare the kids for kindergarten and we live in the very competitive elementary school where children start out reading. Not every child that goes here will be at that stage but they give them a sting foundation to prepare them to do well. Lots of fun activities throughout the year and parties for the children to celebrate each other. There is an Christmas play that is held every year and it is quite beautiful. This is a Christian based preschool and they have taught my son a lot of bible stories. Great school all around. read more

We had 3 wonderful years at First Foundations. I can't say anything but great things about this school, the teachers, the curriculum, and the director. Even when my children were not behaving and had to be redirected the teachers do so in a loving way to teach appropriate classroom behavior. read more

I knew i found a great school when the 3 people i asked (who didn't know each other btw) all recommended FFP 4 years ago! I am so blessed that God put this school and these amazing teachers and staff in our lives. I can't imagine going anywhere else! This is our 4th year, my son sadly had to moved on to 1st grade, but thankfully my little girl just started their 3 year old program. I love that the staff prays every morning before school, and has God at the forefront each and every day! I can leave my child there and know 100% that they are being so loved and cared for. It really is like a second family and i just might have to have another child soon so we never have to leave....kidding...not kidding!! read more

Active Children Need Not Apply. My wife and I were very excited that our child was about to start pre-school for the very first time. He had spent so much time playing in our home and we wanted to get him socialized with other children and into a learning routine. Our son is active and likes to run and play, but he is also very polite, kind, and friendly with others. To get him settled into this routine we decided to enroll him with one of the week long summer camp programs that this school offered. So we made all our preparations and get him setup and off to his first day. You can image my surprise when my wife called me an hour later to tell me that we needed to come and pick up our child. Shocked, I called the school to see what all this was about. After talking with the Director, Ms Wilkins, I came to find out that my son was "too active" for their class. He was constantly up and roaming around. He also would not sit or follow instructions. She told me that she had to basically put one teacher on him to constanly watch my child. She even suggested that perhaps he might have ADD and that I might want to seek some special teachers that could work with him. To say that I was shock is to say the least. I am sure that most parents know their children and how they act very well. I tried to explain that this was his first time in such a school/class type setting and truly away from my wife and I. He is a very bright boy and likes to figure things out and explore. At three, he is already quite well versed in smartphones, remote controls, lights, etc. I am sure that a new place was full of wonderful new things to look at, understand, and explore.,,,like most curious children. Once the newness wears off, then they look settle in and follow instruction and learn the new interesting things that life has to offer. I was very suprised that this detailed evaluation took place in the first 30 minutes that my son was there. While they did offer to refund my money for the program, they did not even want to TRY to work with him and see if he got better later in the day or on a following day. Obviously the best child is a quiet, calm, and docile one that mindlessly sits and these are the ones that should apply to this school. I have since enrolled him in an excellent Montessori school. His first days were active as before, but within two days the teachers said that he had adjusted to the class and was doing well. He has now been there for over a month with no problems and is learning at a fast rate. He loves his school and is always excited about attending and learning new things. How fortunate that we could find a place that does not judge within the first 30 minutes and is accepting and encouraging of his exploring and curious nature. So.. the lesson here is that first time children that are active need not apply to this school. read more

"Do I get to go to school today?" This is the daily conversation with our three-year-old who has thrived at First Foundations. We are greeted with smiles from the receptionists and hugs from the director, Mrs. Wilkins, who all take the time to know each and every child at the school. The facility is every bit magical as it is meticulously clean. The walls are adorned with beautiful artwork, two playgrounds to ensure they get plenty of play, classrooms that are designed to inspire young minds, music and Spanish classes to further enrich their learning, and caring teachers that truly invest in your child. Any school can teach your little one letter and numbers. To see pure joy on my daughter's face when I pick her up from school is really the greatest testament of all. We love First Foundations! read more

This is THE BEST Preschool I have ever been to. The staff are not only loving and caring but actually educated your children. I have had two kids "graduated" from this school and one is still attending. My two older children were more than prepared to enter Kindergarten. My child who currently attends one of the best teachers I've ever experienced. She loves all of those children like they are her own. My daughter had a hard time at the start of school. Huge seperation anxiety - my daughter cried and didn't want me to go. The staff assured me she would be ok ( which I knew she would it is just hard for a parent to see their child upset). The director of the school took it upon herself to call me and let me know my child was doing great. I was able to enjoy the rest of the day knowing my child was doing well. The school is wonderfully decorated - seriously it's amazing. Every room has a theme - everything is so clean and organized. I can't say enough good about this school. It's truly AWESOME !!! read more

First Foundations Preschool has been a blessing to our family; it has surpassed our expectations. Our daughter is currently enrolled in her second year of Pre-K, and we couldn't be happier with the progress she has made. We know that she will be more than prepared for kindergarten next fall. We greatly appreciate the teachers and staff who make First Foundations such a great place for our daughter to learn and grow. read more

Very happy with this school for my 41/2 year old. it has great structure and such a positive environment. I toured so many dark dingy chaotic places in cedar park and wanted to just give up and then i found this place! Lucky us! the teachers all seem nice, the rooms are clean and well organized, the kids are all happy when I'm dropping off and picking up. I can't wait to start my 1 year old in a few years. my only draw backs are the hours. its a late start and early pick up from what I'm used to, so for working parents its a little inconvenient. the after school program is an additional 45 mins, but that doesn't help my type of work hours. i wish it was 1.5-3 hours longer. besides that minor detail I'm perfectly happy to have my daughter here over any other preschool or daycare i toured. The Director, Stephanie, is incredibly attentive and always helpful. read more

We are so thankful for First Foundations! The teachers and staff are kind and caring. Parent teacher communication had been wonderful in every class my children have attended. (3's, Pre-K and Kinder) They are always learning and challenged in a fun play filled age appropriate way. My son was more then prepared for first grade after attending pre-k and kindergarten. He was not only prepared academically but also was taught how to take responsibility for his work and personal actions. Our youngest daughter just started in the 3's class this year and is loving it. This is a very special school filled with God's love, grace and patiences. read more

My daughter is in her second year at FFP, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. Not one complaint... NOT ONE. The teachers are patient and so kindhearted, and that positive attitude is passed on to my child. My girl comes home giddy, confident and just gleaming every day. She is in Mrs. Benge's 4 year old class and doing fantastic with reading and writing, Spanish and counting to 100 (oh, so many times in the car counting to 100-haha!). She has also started to understand adding and subtracting. They let kids learn at their own level, so there's no forceful teaching which, I hear, can be detrimental for a child's future attitude about school and learning. They've provided the perfect guiding and loving hand to my child's early development. FFP...you will be missed next year!! read more

My son has been attending First Foundations Preschool for 3 years now. We have been so pleased with the amazing teachers and staff. When my son first started school, he was a young 3 and had a difficult time adjusting. The teachers and Director took the time to work with him and within a few months he was comfortable and excited about school. It was all a very positive and nurturing experience. We are so thankful for this school. Now our 5 year old is attending the five day program and I am continually amazed by the one on one attention he receives and the dedication to preparing him for kindergarden. We have seen so much growth over these past 3 years. He is more independent, focused and academically he is learning skills that will give him the confidence to excel next year. This year was the first year for our second son and look forward to our third son attending. We highly recommend this school to anyone who values a Christ centered, academically challenging and loving environment. read more

My kids have been through 3 different preschools and this has been our favorite. Why? 1. Organized & clean - smells good, bathrooms & lunchroom are clean & free of odors, classrooms are decorated cheerfully, and playgrounds feel new and are age-appropriate. 2. Very qualified teachers & supportive administration - every teacher my kids have had has been a previous elementary school teacher, so they are more than adequately prepared for kinder. Even many of the teacher's aides are qualified enough to be the main teacher. The staff seems to all have good rapport with each other. I like how each teacher is also given enough freedom to infuse the class with their own interests and talents. 3. Feels safe & family-like - The doors are locked during the day, the kids don't have to cross any streets or parking lots to get to playgrounds, and everyone comes off a main hallway so that it feels very "together". I like that it's not a humongous school. 4. Good communication with parents - Every month the director sends out a newsletter with what they are learning in Spanish & Music. Our current teacher also sends out a letter every week with details about what they are learning (though not ever teacher has done this). When I had concerns about my son's first year there, I didn't have any trouble meeting with the teacher off hours, even needing to bring my baby at the time, and be able to voice questions about his social interactions. 5. Great families - When I first started, I thought that every family was going to be some kind of super Christian given the directness of the mission statement. But actually, my son's group of friends that first year included a variety of people -- Protestant, Catholic, Muslim, non-religious. Regardless of religion, the kids and families we've met have been terrific. For the most part the kids are good kids who are actively parented well. When we first started FFP, I was worried that it would be too strict of a place for us coming from a more Montessori background. But it has turned out to be not quite a rigid as sometimes all the paperwork & policies can make it sound like (not that they don't follow their policies!). And my kids have been so happy here. Looking forward to when the baby gets old enough to go as well! read more

My son just completed his second year at this preschool and he is reading, writing and very ready for kindergarten. He is a high energy kiddo with sensory processing disorder who was given more love and guidance than a mother could have asked for. My son visited the director, Steffani Wilkins, office on a number of occasions due to issues in the classroom and she lovingly encouraged him to make better choices with his teacher and classmates. By the end of his second year at First Foundations my son has grown immeasurably in his ability to interact more appropriately with his classmates and control his impulses. Mrs. Wilkins, my son's teacher and I have all cried tears of joy at his tremendous progress. I never felt alone during these challenging times as his teachers and the director worked with me continually to problem solve ways to steer my son toward his full potential. God daily walks the halls of First Foundations Preschool and any child would flourish there. read more

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This is our 4th year at First Foundations and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this school. All of the teachers and staff are so caring and nurturing. You can tell that they love what they do. My daughter attended preschool and kindergarten here and it really prepared her for first grade. This is my son's first year and he loves it. Highly recommend First Foundations!! read more

First Foundations Preschool has been life changing for our family! The teachers and staff are wonderful. They invest their time in getting to know each child and family that comes through their doors. They have a great understanding for how kids learn and use it to create a fun, engaging educational experience. We love how the teachers partnered with us to help our children gain a firm foundation for not only academics, but for Biblical knowledge and beliefs during their time at FFP. read more

Our experience with First Foundations Preschool has far surpassed our dreams for our two children. As parents, solid early education and exemplary curriculum is of the utmost importance when it comes to choosing a preschool and at First Foundations not only did our children receive this but then some. We truly hit gold when we made the decision to send our children here. We wanted a school environment that offered excellent curriculum along with a positive and nurturing atmosphere. We value our Christian beliefs and felt content and comforted that our children would be exposed to these beliefs in a loving and kind way while teaching them the fundamentals rooted in our faith. Thus reinforcing what we, as parents, strive for our children to know and believe in this day and age: That they are important, contributing members of a greater society in a God loving world. Our children were cared for, nurtured, educated, and made to feel important and special every single day they entered the walls of First Foundations. Every day our children were provided a safe and loving environment where administration and teachers came together with an obvious team approach mentality. Even at the tender ages of 3 and 4, our children were known by name and their individual personalities were encouraged to shine and blossom. They were taught to integrate into the classroom setting with positive reinforcement thus enabling them to enter elementary school with the utmost of ease and confidence. They have been encouraged to be respectful to both peers and teachers which Is so important in this day and age. Their ability to know letters, sounds, numbers, colors, and shapes, etc. going into grade school enabled them to far surpass their peers once entering kindergarten thanks to the excellent "foundation" provided at First Foundations. This educational foundation helped them gain a love for learning that continues on... what more could a parent want! We would highly recommend First Foundations to anyone wanting only the best for their child. The quality of education, the constant support, and the nurturing offered here is unlike any other. It saddens me that our time at First Foundations is coming to an end as our youngest child enters grade school. But our time at First Foundations will never be forgotten and we will forever be grateful to the administration, Steffani Wilkins, teachers and staff. They will always hold a dear and special place in our hearts for enriching my family's life in more ways than they know but most important that they offered an amazing educational start and encouraged a wonderful understanding and appreciation of God's love for us all. read more

FFP is the place to be! Between the 3 of my kids we have been at FFP for 9 years. Each year has been wonderful. The amazing, nurturing and organized teacher's get the kids Kindergarten ready. I love knowing when my kids enter Kindergarten they do it with confidence. FFP truly does build a foundation for their students. read more

Both of our children attended First Foundations Preschool for a combined total of 4 years and I can not give the school enough kudos and praise. Steffani Wilkins and all of the teachers our children had are wonderful, patient, kind, nurturing individuals. To read the one negative review posted is surprising and makes me wonder if perhaps the reviewer was defensive about a potential issue their child may have. Our first child had SERIOUS separation anxiety issues. Steffani and my son's teacher went above and beyond to work with him and he thrived. We also give First Foundations credit for equiping both of our children with strong phonics and writing skills. Both skills gave them a head start in elementary school. First Foundations truly does provide kids with the foundation for learning as well as providing them with biblical teachings. If you are looking for a nurturing preschool for your child, where your child will thrive academically and spiritually AND have fun, then look no further. First Foundations will always hold a special place in our hearts. Go take a tour of the school and meet the director and you'll soon understand what I and other's who have years of experience with this school are so jazzed about. read more

I can't say enough good things about First Foundations. I was concerned about putting my son in preschool because he had trouble being separated from me, but the teachers at First Foundations were so patient and loving. They made the transition to preschool so much easier for my son. I think I had as much anxiety about leaving him as he did about leaving me. But I have come to trust this school and the teachers so very much. I know without a doubt he is in good hands. The teachers at First Foundations are some of the most loving, creative, and joyful I have seen. They genuinely love children and actually ENJOY their jobs! The environment at FFP is such a joyful place. Happy teachers and happy kids. God's love is all over that place. And I was so impressed with the creativity in the classroom. Each week the children are doing creative hands-on projects and having fun, new adventures. The teachers are excellent at communicating with the parents, too. I received daily if not weekly emails from both of my son's teachers telling me what he was learning and doing in class. No school is perfect, but this one is pretty close! read more