Primary Program Overview
An Accelerated Path to
Reading Readiness
Built for children ages 18 months through 5 years, our distinctive "Crystal Model" combines systematic structure, instructional precision, and high-touch relational teaching to build early mastery and a genuine love for reading.
Distinguishing Program Features
The BPS Crystal Model
Buckhead Prep’s literacy program uses integrated facets that reinforce each other. We introduce skills in brisk sequences to build momentum while ensuring every student feels known and supported.
Accelerated Mastery Blocks
We introduce phonetic sounds in high-impact sequences to build momentum while preserving strict mastery expectations.
Momentum-Driven Progression
Students move through controlled text sequences based on demonstrated success, preventing plateaus and creating frequent proof points of growth.
Systematic Building Blocks
Instruction is explicitly sequenced so skills develop predictably rather than incidentally.
Daily Precision
Brief, highly focused daily instruction maximizes repetition and feedback without fatigue, supporting steady, cumulative gains.
Writing-to-Read
Encoding (writing) is used as a core lever to solidify sound–symbol relationships, strengthening reading through reciprocal practice.
High-Touch Relationships
Warm, responsive teaching is a program feature, not a byproduct. Emotional safety enables the immediate feedback students need to take risks.
Primary Math
Building Number Sense
The Buckhead Prep Primary Math Program builds a strong foundation in numbers and logical thinking for children 18 months - 5 years. Through hands-on exploration, real-world connections, and engaging activities, our youngest students develop number sense, problem-solving skills, and confidence in math. Specifically:
- Connecting numbers to quantities and building counting fluency to 100+
- Exploring basic operations, shapes, patterns, and spatial relationships
- Introducing measurement, time, money, and simple data concepts through everyday experiences
- Encouraging critical thinking
Concepts are introduced and demonstrated in relatable contexts—ensuring the children see math as practical and fun. This prepares them exceptionally well for top-tiered Elementary programs and fosters a lifelong love of learning.
Quality Control
Criteria-Based Progress
At Buckhead Prep, progress is criteria-based rather than time-based. Students advance when they demonstrate readiness across observable indicators—accuracy, fluency, and comprehension. This allows for both acceleration for advanced learners and timely reinforcement when additional practice is needed.
90-98%
of our students are admitted to their top-choice private schools when applying for Pre-First.
Admissions & Logistics
A Stress-Free Experience
We know that early education planning can be stressful. We have designed our policies to support modern families and provide peace of mind.
Year-Round Rolling Admissions*
We accept students all year round as soon as they age into the program. Your child doesn't have to wait for September to start learning.
*Rolling admissions based on classroom availability
The Kindergarten Guarantee
Many Primary students choose to continue their elementary education at BPS. Current families do not need to reapply to move into our Kindergarten—a massive stress saver!
Start Your Journey
We invite you to visit our campus and see the "Crystal Model" in action.
Questions for leadership? Email the Founder & Head of Primary