Learn how DUMCP’s Cognia-Accredited Kindergarten classes compare to a full day Kindergarten, including a comparison of daily schedules, curriculum goals, objectives, and materials. The Kindergarten program at DUMC Preschool prepares children to continue to 1st grade in private and public schools, or to full day Kindergarten based on the child’s developmental needs and readiness.
The Kindergarten Info Meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 9:15 am in the Asbury Room at Dunwoody United Methodist Church. Anne Trask, Lead Kindergarten Teacher and Curriculum Coordinator and Jennifer Finck, Lead Kindergarten Teacher take you through the presentation. RSVP is requested but not required to attend. RSVP at bit.ly/4ql0ukw.
Kindergarten at Dunwoody UMC Preschool
The Kindergarten program at DUMC Preschool prepares children to continue to 1st grade in area private and public schools, or to full day Kindergarten based on the child’s developmental needs and readiness.
- Meets all Georgia Kindergarten Standards of Excellence
- Fully accredited by Cognia
- Provides a small class-size
- Two teachers in each class; 8:1 student/teacher ratio
- Lead teachers are certified educators
- Extends the DUMCP experience in a loving, Christian environment
Kindergarten Curriculum Highlights
Children engage in creative hands-on activities, music, science, social studies, math, language arts and handwriting. These experiences build concepts, develop problem solving skills, and encourage positive self-concept.
- Heggerty Bridge to Reading
- My Math (McGraw Hill)
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Science and Social Studies
The school day also provides opportunities to expand play skills and cognition through participation in many activities provided in learning centers. A flexible schedule ensures a balanced day that provides energetic physical movement as well as periods of quiet activity.
Quick Facts
- Offered to children age five by Sep. 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year
- School day is 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Weekly Chapel led by Dunwoody UMC Kids Ministry
- Extended Day program available until 2:30 p.m. (Monday – Thursday) and 1:45 p.m. (Friday)
For more information, please reach out to preschool@dunwoodyumc.org.
