First United Methodist Preschool
A Heart for Children in the Heart of Downtown

 

419 NE 1st Street
Gainesville, Florida 32601
(352) 373-0108

fumpers@fumcgnv.org

 

 

Click Here to go to the FUMC Children's Page


FUMPers is known for:

  • Small Class Sizes

  • Creative and Stimulating Program that is Age Appropriate

  • Bright Cheerful Classrooms and Positive Atmosphere

  • Shady Playground with a Variety of Outdoor Play Equipment

  • Experienced and Certified Christian Staff

  • An Involved Preschool Board

  • Hands-on experiences and individualized teaching

Click Here for a summary of the benefits of having your child in our preschool

 

 

 

OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The purpose of the First United Methodist Preschool (FUMPers) is to promote the social, emotional, intellectual, moral and physical development of young children.
We provide positive learning experiences in a loving Christian environment. We hope to enhance family life through parental involvement in our program.



OUR ACADEMIC PHILOSOPHY
FUMPers is a developmental school with emphasis on active learning. We provide many opportunities for our students to experience learning for themselves.
Children are exposed to a variety of concepts through play centered activities.

OUR RELIGIOUS PHILOSOPHY
FUMPers is a Christian school that is open to children and families of all faiths. Our message is God loves us and looks after us. This idea is relayed daily and emphasized during weekly chapel services.





Check out the class video made by our 4 year olds!


 

 

All classes are held from 9:00am to noon
Early Drop option & Lunch Bunch option available


Big Dogs Class (2 yr olds)
Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday (Teacher/Child Ratio 1:5)

Busy Bees Class (3 yr olds)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Monday through Friday (Ratio 1:7)

Hopping Frogs Class (4 yr olds)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Monday through Friday (Ratio 1:6)

FUMPers families can participate in weekly Parent’s Morning Out and monthly Parent’s Night Out. These are FREE childcare programs
 

 

 

 

Program Emphasis


Our program is exemplified by the following characteristics, which we believe are vital to
positive growth in a young child:
Developmental: Our theme based curriculum is based upon the individual needs and interests of the children. A weekly Bible Story Chapel Time is presented in age appropriate language.
Positive: Interactions and activities are utilized to develop feelings of worth and dignity.
Safe: Staffing, equipment, and space are arranged to facilitate the safety of children.
Carefully Staffed: The program is staffed with Christian preschool teachers who are appropriately trained, competent, and loving. A weekly music class is led by a trained music instructor.
Well Equipped: Indoor and outdoor equipment is challenging and developmentally appropriate.



Please view the parent handbook or contact our director, Amy C. Watson at (352) 373-0108 for more details about our program.

 

 

Downloadable Files
 

Brochure

2011-12 Calendar

Registration Form
(includes tuition & fees)
For 2011-12 School Year

Parent Handbook
(includes policies and calendar)
 

Click Here for a description & pictures of the FUMC Vacation Bible Camp (VBC) Summer 2011

 

Meet the Staff

Biographies/Pictures of the Staff