First United Methodist Kindergarten follows the Creative Curriculum for all of its classrooms.
All classes have weekly Bible lessons/songs and on Fridays they have exercise class.
All children participate in Kindermusic. Children in the older classes receive a weekly Spanish lesson.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First United Methodist Kindergarten?
The application deadline for First United Methodist Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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