Preschool
PUMC Preschool has been providing an opportunity for children to enjoy age appropriate social and educational experiences under the caring guidance of qualified Christian teachers for the past 24 years.
Our staff and our facility exceed all of the licensing requirements of the State Social Services Department. The preschool is a ministry of Powhatan United Methodist Church and is governed by the Powhatan United Methodist Church Preschool Board. For more information contact the Preschool Director, Sharon Baltimore, (804) 598-6090 or Preschool@powhatanumc.us.
Preschool is in session September through May. Classes are held
Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon.
2 day classes for children who are 2 1/2 by September 30
2 or 3 day classes for children who are 3 by September 30
3 or 4 day classes for children who are 4 by September 30
5 day class for older 4's and young 5's (must be 4 by June 1st)
Learn more about new programs here.
Each day is designed to meet the developing needs of children ages 2 1/2 to 5. We offer lots of activities but do not charge an activity fee.
Your preschoolers’ day will include:
Group Time |
Stories, finger plays, singing and sharing. |
Free Play Indoors |
Children choose their activity: puzzles, blocks, books, housekeeping, listening station, legos, sand/water table or bike riding in the gym. |
Creative Activities |
Easel painting, markers, play dough, glue, scissors and crayons. |
Snack |
Snacks are brought from home and shared among the class. |
Free Play Outdoors |
Equipment provided to promote coordination and physical development. |
Throughout the preschool year, extended days "Lunch Bunch" are offered 3 - 4 days of the week until 2:30.
Please call for more dates and more information.
Immunization requirements are the same as for public schools.
Children must be potty trained to enter our 4's program.
Registration form and fee must be turned in and a certified copy of the child's birth certificate presented.
Children are registered for the school year.
Withdrawal requires 30 days written notice.
Summer Camps are available to children ages 3 to 7 years and the cost of each camp is $80. Please call the preschool office (804) 598-6090 to request a registration form. *Children do not have to be enrolled in the preschool to attend camp.
Dates:
June 4 - 7: Theme to be announced
June 25 - 28: Theme to be announced
July 9 - 12: Theme to be announced
August 6 - 9: Theme to be announced
9:30am to 1:00pm (children please bring bag lunch)