First United Methodist Preschool

First United Methodist Church Preschool & Mom's Morning Out

The First United Methodist Church Preschool and Mom's Morning Out are ministries of First United Methodist Church, Colorado Springs, Colorado. We are dedicated to surrounding children with a loving, safe environment where they will grow in their love of self, others and learning. These play-based programs respect and nurture each child's innate creativity, spirituality, curiosity and desire for competence and connection. Most important, we want to foster a relationship with each child and their family that promotes trust and demonstrates God's love.

We believe that each child is a gift of God - a special, unique, and precious person - valued for their own intrinsic worth.

Preschool:
FUMC Preschool is play-based program for children 2 1/2 to 5 years of age from 9 am to 12:30 pm. Based on their age, children are enrolled in a 2 1/2 year old class, a 3 1/2 year old class, a 4 year old pre-kindergarten class, or a Young 5s class (see below). Our program successfully partners with parents to nurture and facilitate a relationship with each individual child that promotes creativity, critical thinking, literacy skills and cooperation. Based on relational spirituality, children experience prayer, stillness and wonder in their day-to-day activities as well as during specially designated sacred times. Children bring a lunch and eat together at the end of the morning.

Using the whole child wellness model this program is designed to enrich your child physically, spiritually, cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Students gain important classroom and socialization skills that are critical for a positive transition to elementary school. Children gain confidence academically as they learn about numbers, engage in science experiments, literacy and prewriting activities as well as process-oriented art.


This state-licensed program offers keypad safety and a cleanly environment in a convenient downtown setting. All classrooms are equipped with child-sized sinks and child-sized toilets to support and encourage self-care and toilet learning.

Optional Before and After School Care may be offered when enrollment minimums are met.

Young 5s:
This class is specifically designed for older 4 year olds and young 5 year olds to prepare them for Kindergarten. Junior Kindergarten offers a more academic curriculum. Children attend Monday - Thursday mornings. With four consecutive days of class, children benefit from a consistent routine making the transition to Kindergarten easier. In addition, the schedule allows time for children to develop and work on projects that captivate their interest. At the end of the morning, children enjoy eating their lunch together. This program is offered with a minimum enrollment of 8 children.

What is the difference between Preschool & Young 5s?
Older 4 year olds and young 5 year olds are ready for new challenges. An added day of school allows for greater depth and diversity in the curriculum and greater social opportunities.

If you have questions, please feel free to call Patty directly.