University United Methodist Preschool (UUMP) provides a loving and nurturing environment that enables children to develop spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically.

The staff at UUM Preschool provides a setting that will encourage each child to develop his or her own unique talents and abilities, and to grow in interpersonal relationships and communication skills. The preschool environment will encourage each child to develop a positive self-concept and provide varied experiences that will allow each child to:

• develop interest and joy in learning
• have feelings of security
• develop self-expression and self-control
• develop responsibility and initiative
• expand fine and gross motor skills
• develop sensitivity and appreciation of others
• grow cognitively while encouraging curiosity, autonomy and creativity
• develop language abilities in speaking, listening and appreciation for written communication
• explore the natural world and have respect for the environment
• make a successful transition from the home to a preschool setting

UUMP believes that all children are children of God and the expression of religious beliefs and cultural attitudes is welcomed as an opportunity to enrich the personal and spiritual lives of the children.

Contact: Kim Patterson, 919-967-8867