Children's Center of the East Whittier provide meaningful experiences for children to grow and develop in a warm and loving social climate, including emphasis on Christian teachings. Objectives of the Children's Center is to provide a safe, nurturing environment in which a child is able to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, enrich the children's world through the creative arts, music, stories, books, nature, and science, insure that the children's insatiable curiosity remains alive, encouraging them to explore, investigate, learn, and to think independently, provide specially designed toys and equipment to encourage development of large and small muscles.
provide the opportunity for parental involvement with their children's' learning and development through many activities, foster Christian development through Bible stories, Chapel, and other related activities.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
East Whittier UMC Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
tennis shoes; no sandals
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates are on our website www.ewumc.org/preschool
Application URL
School Notes
- Children's Center of the East Whittier provide meaningful experiences for children to grow and develop in a warm and loving social climate, including emphasis on Christian teachings. Objectives of the Children's Center is to provide a safe, nurturing environment in which a child is able to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, enrich the children's world through the creative arts, music, stories, books, nature, and science, insure that the children's insatiable curiosity remains alive, encouraging them to explore, investigate, learn, and to think independently, provide specially designed toys and equipment to encourage development of large and small muscles. provide the opportunity for parental involvement with their children's' learning and development through many activities, foster Christian development through Bible stories, Chapel, and other related activities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Whittier UMC Preschool often compared to?
East Whittier UMC Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like Broadoaks School Of Whittier College by visitors of our site.
What is East Whittier UMC Preschool's ranking?
East Whittier UMC Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for East Whittier UMC Preschool?
The application deadline for East Whittier UMC Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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