Welcome to McKendree UMC Preschool
Our Preschool offers a safe, positive and inclusive environment founded in Christian values that acknowledges and respects the needs of all of our
children, families and staff.
REGISTRATION 2026/2027
Our Classes
All classes have two teachers -
a Lead Teacher and an Assistant Teacher.
Boy/Girl ratios will be maintained as evenly as our enrollment permits.
Babies
Age: 1 on or before Dec. 31
Schedule: Wednesdays only
Class size: 4
Ratio: 1:2
Fee: $160 per month
Toddlers
Age: Must turn 2 between Sept. 2 & June 30th
Schedule: 2 day or 4 day program
Class size: 10
Fee: $230.00-$460.00
Two Year
Age: 2 yrs old on or before Sept 1st
Schedule: 2 day, 3 day, 4 day and 5 day program
Class size: 12
Fee: $230-$310
Three Year
Olds
Age: 3 on or before Sept. 1
Schedule: 4 day or 5 day
Class size:
3 or 4 day programs: 12
5 day program: 16
Fee: $290-$310
Four Year
Age: 4 on or before Sept. 1
Schedule: 4 day or 5 day programs
Class size: 16-18
Fee: $300-$320
Kindergarten
Age: 5 years old on or before Sept. 1
Schedule: 5 day program
Class size: 16
Fee: $340
To Schedule a Preschool Tour -
email Michelle Balise at mbalise@mckendreeumc.org
Our Curriculum
The curriculum at McKendree is guided by the Georgia Early Learning and Developmental Standards.
Our curriculum is guided by the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), which support growth across all areas of early childhood development. Teachers use these standards, together with regular observation, to understand each child’s individual strengths, needs, interests, and progress. This helps us plan age-appropriate experiences, choose suitable materials, and provide the right level of support for every child.
But what does play based mean?
At McKendree, we believe children learn best through play. Each day, children are encouraged to explore, create, ask questions, solve problems, and learn alongside their friends. Through hands-on activities, imaginative play, group experiences, and independent discovery, children develop curiosity, confidence, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning.
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Additional Classes & Activities
Chapel
Schedule: Each class attends once a week in the sanctuary.
Celebrations, Parties, and
Field Trips
Schedule: More info here
Music
Schedule: Children attend music class once a week.
Extra Curricular
After School Activities
Age: 3 years old and up
Fee: Separate fees apply. Click on logo for details.
2026/2027 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION INFORMATION
All registration must be made in person
Registration will begin for:
Current students on February 2ndPublic on February 4thWhat is SPROUT?
SPROUT is an initiative created at McKendree preschool for children with specific needs. The SPROUT team includes children, parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals. Our aim is to ensure every child is allowed to function and develop in a typical preschool environment.
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Connect with Us
School Year Office Hours
M - Th 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fri 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Summer Office Hours
June - Closed
July - Tu & Th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
August - M-F 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Phone
(770) 339-7040
Ann Perras, Preschool Director, aperras@mckendreeumc.org
Michelle Balise, Director of Preschool Operations, mbalise@mckendreeumc.org
Mary Beth Patterson, Assistant Director, mbpatterson@mckendreeumc.org
Address
1570 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road Lawrenceville, GA 30043
