A ministry of Germantown United Methodist Church
Germantown United Methodist Preschool provides a loving, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for children to grow to their fullest potential — emotionally, socially, spiritually, physically, creatively and cognitively.
We are a Christian, play-based developmental preschool that has been serving Germantown families for more than fifty years.
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Six reasons families choose GUMP
A friendly, family atmosphere where every child is known, loved and encouraged to explore.
Experienced Faculty
Well-qualified, nurturing teachers who truly care about the growth and development of each child.
Love & Care
A warm, family atmosphere where children know they are unconditionally loved and have immeasurable worth.
Hands-on Learning
A play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum built on the TN Early Learning Developmental Standards.
Innovative Learning
Children are inspired to be confident, independent thinkers who are inquisitive, creative problem solvers.
Natural Play Areas
Safe, clean, bright facilities and inviting outdoor spaces that make an ideal learning environment.
Parent Involvement
A trusting parent/teacher partnership and a community of love, faith, acceptance and forgiveness.
Currently enrolling — 9 months through five years
A variety of weekday classes to choose from, with 2, 3 or 5 day per week options.
Everything you need to know
- Well-qualified, nurturing teachers who truly care about each child’s growth and development
- Preschool hours 9:30 am – 2:30 pm, with optional extended care for ages 18 months and up
- G.R.A.C.E. — a program for children with special needs
- School year calendar running mid-August to mid-May
- Serving children 9 months to five years in a friendly, family atmosphere
- Safe, clean, bright facilities that offer an ideal learning environment
- A three-star rated program with TN-DHS
- A developmentally appropriate curriculum based on the TN Early Learning Developmental Standards
- Extra-curricular activities, including Chapel
What we strive for, together
Our commitments to the children in our care — and to the parents we partner with.
For Children
- To nurture children’s emotional development so they can identify their feelings and choose appropriate responses while maintaining a positive outlook.
- To guide children to be respectful, independent, caring, accepting and honest in their relationships.
- To bequeath to children assurance that they are unconditionally loved by God and that they have immeasurable worth.
- To promote a healthy sense of self that motivates children to care for themselves and others.
- To inspire children to be confident, independent thinkers who are inquisitive, creative and problem solvers.
For Parents
- To empower parents as their child’s first and most important teacher, building a trusting parent/teacher partnership focused on the best interests of their child.
- To encourage parents to accept their children as individuals, understand their limitations, allow them to develop at their own pace, and love them unconditionally.
- To support parents in being patient, united and consistent as they parent, helping them assume the roles of loving authority figures and role models.
- To ensure that parents understand and honor school policies, as they are designed to benefit all children and families.
- To educate parents about their child’s individual needs and developmental milestones, and to provide a community of love, faith, acceptance and forgiveness.
Right here in Germantown
We would love to welcome you, share more about our program, and answer every question you have about your child’s first school experience.
Germantown, TN 38138