Highland Presbyterian Weekday School

OVERVIEW
Highland Presbyterian Weekday School (HPWS) is a private early childhood program located at 1011 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204. Founded in 1949, the school serves infants through kindergarten-aged children as a ministry of Highland Presbyterian Church. Its mission is to provide a joyful, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children learn through play, exploration, creativity, and meaningful relationships.

WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE
Highland Presbyterian Weekday School is known for its Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to early childhood education, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, self-expression, collaboration, and respect for each child’s individuality.

Children engage in hands-on discovery, art, storytelling, music, outdoor play, and scientific exploration. Teachers act as facilitators who help children make sense of the world through curiosity and reflection.

The school has been a leader in Louisville’s early education community for over 70 years, with a focus on building strong relationships among children, families, and educators.

Faith-based values from the Presbyterian tradition guide the school’s atmosphere of compassion, inclusion, and service, while the curriculum emphasizes holistic growth—social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual.

Located in the historic Cherokee Triangle/Highlands neighborhood, the campus benefits from close access to community parks and cultural resources, fostering outdoor learning and community connection.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Highland Presbyterian Weekday School
1011 Cherokee Road
Louisville, KY 40204
📞 (502) 456-6991
✉️ director@hpcweekdayschool.org
🌐 www.hpcweekdayschool.org

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