Frequently Asked Questions

Reach out to Program Director Teresa Campbell at programdirector@umcpreschool.org or (650) 347-6432 for current pricing information.

We are open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5:30pm.

We offer full-day programming with options for 2, 3, or 5 days a week.

Children are expected to bring their own snacks and/or lunch from home each school day. We have cooking/baking projects throughout the year and we collectively maintain an edible school garden.

Your child does not need to be toilet/potty trained to attend UMC. We partner with our parents to ensure consistency in toilet training strategies. We do require families to bring diapers, wipes, and extra clothing for your child to be kept at the school. A Toilet Training Contract will be required prior to your child starting toilet training at school.

Through the 2023-2024 school year, UMC was a co-op preschool. Starting in 2024-2025, we are moving away from the traditional co-op program to parent-participation. That means parents are allowed to be in the classroom.

So, if you want to come spend the day in the classroom and help out, we would love to have you! However, it NOT a requirement for you to do so.

For the most up to date answer, call Program Director Teresa Campbell at (650) 347-6432 or email at programdirector@umcpreschool.org.

Enrollment is first-come, first-served. As spaces open, the director will contact families on the waitlist individually.

View our calendar here.

Note: We now provide year-round programming.

There is a 2 week summer break (Monday, June 30, 2025 through Friday, July 11, 2025) and then school resumes in mid-July.