MECK Pre-K is a free, high-quality pre-kindergarten program for eligible four-year-old children in Mecklenburg County. Dixon Academy hosts 4 MECK Pre-K classrooms, which are taught by licensed teachers and teacher assistants. MECK Pre-K is administered by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County and funded by Mecklenburg County. The hours for the MECK Pre K program are from 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. Dixon Academy provides transportation for families (within a 5 mile radius) and also wrap around care for before and after MECK Pre K hours (within ratio limitations). Dixon Academy hours are from 6:30 am- 6:00 pm.