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Our Mission

Smart Start of Davie County connects the community through programs that ensure quality early education, health, and family support for all children prenatal to kindergarten in Davie County.

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Since 1997 we have been serving parents, educators, and children birth to five. Through our family support, educator support, literacy, and health and wellness programs, our goal is to provide a foundation for all children birth to five in Davie County to prepare them for kindergarten. Building and supporting collaboration between families and community resources allows us to develop and implement quality child care, education, health, and family support.

Our Impact

Take a look at our impact from the 2025-2026 year.

121

Kaleidoscope Playgroups

121 playgroup sessions were held at Smart Start of Davie County and the Davie County Public Library throughout the year. 380 children and caregivers attended these interactive playgroups that included exploratory play, stories, songs, crafts, and more!

27

Free to Low-Cost Trainings

27 free to low cost trainings were offered with child care providers in attendance. 116 childcare providers from 24 different centers participated in these trainings. Additionally, our preschool coach provided 202 one-on-one consultations with early childhood educators.

443

Visits to the Resource Library

The Early Childhood Resource Center (ECRC) served individuals with a total of 443 visits. Child care providers, families, community members, and other organizations visited the ECRC to take advantage of resources including laminating, book binding, and kindergarten readiness materials.

Behind the Scenes in Early Education: How Davie County’s Preschool Coach is Transforming Classrooms and Shaping Futures

Read the Full Mebane Foundation Article HERE

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