2026–2027 Registration at Sonshine Learning Center


Preschool & Early Childhood Program in Southern Pines, NC


Welcome to Sonshine Learning Center (SLC)—a warm, faith-based preschool ministry of First Baptist Church Southern Pines. We are delighted you are considering SLC for your child’s early learning journey. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about registration for the 2026–2027 school year.



When Does Registration Open?


January 2026 – Current Student Registration

Registration for the 2026–2027 school year begins in January 2026 for families who are already enrolled at Sonshine Learning Center. Current families will receive their registration paperwork directly from the school.


February 2026 – New Student Enrollment

New student enrollment will begin in February 2026. Openings are offered based on the order of our active waitlist.



Join the Sonshine Learning Center Waitlist

SLC operates using a rolling waitlist, which means:

  • If your child is already on the list, you do NOT need to add them again.
  • Your child remains on the waitlist until a spot becomes available or until you request removal.


To Be Added to the Waitlist:

You may join the waitlist in one of two ways:

  1. Complete the waitlist form linked here, or
  2. Email our Director, Alison Hainley, at:
    📧     slcdirector@fbcsp.org

Please include:

  • Your child’s full name
  • Date of birth
  • Your contact phone number

Families are contacted in waitlist order beginning in February.

Tuition & School Calendar

For your planning convenience, you may review the following resources:

These documents include schedule details, holiday closures, and financial information for each program.



Why Choose Sonshine Learning Center?

Sonshine Learning Center offers:

  • A loving, Christ-centered environment
  • Small class sizes with nurturing, experienced teachers
  • Developmentally appropriate learning for infants through Pre-K
  • A long-standing reputation in the Southern Pines and Moore County community



We are honored to partner with families during these important early years.



For additional questions or to schedule a tour, please contact Director Alison Hainley at slcdirector@fbcsp.org. We look forward to welcoming your family to Sonshine Learning Center!