Programs at UMC Preschool
Toddler | Preschool | Pre-K | Mixed Ages
About the Pre-K Program (2023-2024)
The Pre-Kindergarten year is a time for your child to mature academically, socially and emotionally. Our program allows each student growth based on their own strengths and abilities and provides them with opportunities to develop their essential skills, getting them ready for a life of learning and empowering them to make positive contributions to the world around them.
NOTE: The Preschool and Pre-K Programs will be combined into a Mixed Age program for the 2024-2025 school year. More information coming soon!
Areas of Focus:
Fine motor skills:
manipulatives, playdough, cutting, painting and pencil grip etc.Problem solving skills:
interacting and learning how to resolve issues independentlyIndependence:
following through on a given direction, going to the bathroom by themselves, doing as much as they can by themselves as this will be required in kindergarten etc.Self-regulation:
Learning how to manage ones emotions, behaviors and body movements during a challenging or triggering interactionExpressing feelings:
Being able to express yourself to another child or adult in any given situation
Visit the Admissions page for more information about the enrollment process.
Basic Information
Age
4 years old by September 1st
Schedule
4 days a week, 9am-1pm
M/Tu/W/Th
Class Size
Up to 18 students
1 Lead Teacher, 1 Teacher’s Aide, Co-op parent(s)
Co-Oping Guidelines
Parents should plan to work in the classroom one (1) class day per week
Typical Daily Schedule
9:00am: Arrival
9:15am: Snack Time
9:30am: Circle Time
9:45am: Centers
10:30am: Outside
11:30am: Whole Group
11:45am: Music and Movement
12:00pm: Lunch
12:45pm: Story Time
1:00pm: Dismissal
Toddler | Preschool | Pre-K | Mixed Ages