Sonshine Learning Center

Sonshine Learning Center, a ministry of First Baptist Church Southern Pines, provides spiritual, academic, physical, and emotional support for children’s development in a nurturing environment. In addition to classroom activities, SLC children enjoy attending Chapel and Music class every Thursday.  Twice monthly they enjoy learning during a special library time led by SLC moms.  Every other Wednesday they are eager to attend an introduction to Spanish class with Mrs. Maria where they are introduced to numbers, colors, animals and more in Spanish.

Location: 200 E New York Ave, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Hours: 8:30–11:30 AM; days vary dependent on children’s ages

Programs and Highlights:

• Baby Program (3 MO+): Focused on flexible environments that support infants’ needs with exploration, curiosity, and positive relationships.

• One-Year-Old Program (confident walkers): Designed for toddlers to develop skills through play, crafts, and social activities.

• Two-Year-Old Program: Encourages independence and social skills through a structured, exploratory curriculum.

• Three-Year-Old Program: Fully potty-trained children learn foundational skills in reading, math, and social development.

• Four-Year-Old Program: Prepares children for kindergarten with the Letterland curriculum, focusing on phonics, literacy, and social-emotional growth.

2025–2026 Days & Tuition: note that there is a 10% discount for the second child in a family

• Baby Program (T,W,Th): $295/month

• Toddler Program (T,W,Th): $295/month

• Two-Year-Old Program (T,W,Th): $260/month

• Three-Year-Old Program (T,W,Th): $260/month

• Four-Year-Old Program (M–Th): $295/month

Registration: New student registration fee is $150 (non-refundable).

For more information or to schedule a tour, contact SLC Director Amy Chavis at 910-692-7912 or slcamychavis@gmail.com. If adding a child to the waitlist, provide their name, birthdate, parents’ names, and phone number.

My thoughts: Out of all the Mommy’s Morning Out programs in Moore County, this one stands out as one of the best. While the hours may seem limited compared to others, the safe, clean, happy, friendly, and professional environment makes it a top choice. They even offer a baby program, which can be incredibly helpful for navigating separation anxiety in that first year. One note of caution: when searching for more information, be mindful of a similarly named daycare (Sunshine Learning Center — not showcased on our site) that often appears in search results.