Preschool

Founded in 1968, the preschool offers:

  • A traditional, Christian-based preschool education, serving both the church and community.
  • A good foundation that guides children toward healthy social relationships with others their age and with adults other than their parents.
  • An experience in which development of the whole child is fostered by facilitating social, physical, emotional, academic, and spiritual growth within a Christian atmosphere.
  • A happy school in which children learn and explore at their own pace.
  • A meaningful curriculum aligned with state standards and designed with appropriate learning centers and hands-on motivational activities that build important foundations for future skills.
  • A carefully selected, professional staff with appropriate educational background, early childhood training,teaching experience, and sensitivity to the needs of young children.

Curriculum

Each teacher plans daily objectives, and children have numerous opportunities to explore reading, math, language, science, social studies, Christian values, and socialization skills as part of their preschool experience. In addition, children attend a weekly music class that enhances and further develops these skills as they learn about a wide variety of musical techniques, instruments, song, and dance.

Classes

 

Three and Four Year Olds

A two-day a week morning program, this class emphasizes socialization with peers and adults; develops reading, math, and language skills; and encourages motor skill development. Children also learn that school is a safe, comforting, and fun place.

Children may register for the Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday program from 9:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or the Tuesday/Thursday program from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Eligibility

Children eligible for this class must be three years old by the first day of the school year and be toilet trained.

Class Size

18 children, 3 teachers

Fee Scale

3 & 4 year olds: $127/monthly, $1143/yearly

4 & 5 year olds: $148/monthly, $1332/yearly

Tuition may be paid yearly or in nine installments, paid monthly in advance.

 

Four and Five Year Olds

With a balance of social and academic skills, this class prepares students for a successful kindergarten experience.

Children may register for the the Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning class from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.;
the Monday/Wednesday/Friday afternoon class from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.;
or the Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday afternoon class from 12:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Eligibility

Children eligible for this class must be four years old by the first day of the school year and be toilet trained.

Class Size

24 children, 3 teachers

Fee Scale

Three-Day Preschool: $141/monthly, $1,269/yearly

Tuition may be paid yearly or in nine installments, paid monthly in advance.

Staff Qualifications

Staff members have been trained to work with preschool-age children and regularly attend in-service training and professional development classes. They are also certified in first aid, recognizing communicable diseases and child abuse, and CPR.

 

Contact Information

e-mail:  preschool@rumc.org

Phone: 614-866-5864 Ext. 131
 

Registration Information

To enroll your child for the next academic year, which runs from September through May, send a completed registration form along with the $60 registration fee ($50 for church members) to Elaine Simmons, preschool director. This non-refundable fee covers administrative costs.

Please note: Children currently enrolled in the preschool and children of RUMC church members are eligible for priority registration in early January. Siblings of current and past RUMC preschoolers may also register then. Registration is open to the public in mid-February.

Download Registration Forms

Preschool Registration Form

Child Medical Statement