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Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten

5.00 (1 review)

9008 Rosemont Dr Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Tel: (301) 755-3239

www.epkgaithersburg.org

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 154 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten Photo #1 - Projects and hands-on work are the foundation of our play-based curriculum

Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten Photo #2 - Our students enjoy a low teacher:student ratio that ensures their well rounded growth

Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten Photo #3 - Science, Social Studies, and Math are all taught through exploration and in small group settings based on mastery, not age. We don't believe in "one size fits all" education.

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About the School

Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten has been offering play-based, high-quality education to children aged 2-5 years old for almost half a century.
Our warm, supportive atmosphere allows little learners the opportunity to grow and learn with joy, laughter, and love through experimentation and exploration.
We pedagogy is based on the following statements:.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 154 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten
Pre-K	100
Kind	54

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Year Founded

1981

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Student Body

Total Students

154 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Children are unique individuals with varying rates of growth, capabilities and interests.
A child's social-emotional growth is just as important as their academic growth.
They learn through trial and error, play, imitation, participation and communication.
Through the use of our physical space and child-size equipment, Epworth has designed a learning center that provides children numerous opportunities to use their senses, muscles, curiosity and language.
Our instructional goals are to provide age-appropriate activities and experiences in Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Science, Music, Art and Physical Education.
Qualified teachers implement the curriculum in these areas by using materials and equipment that are consistent with the development of children ages 2 through 5 years.

At Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten, we believe every child deserves a strong, joyful start. Rooted in Christian values, our program offers a warm, nurturing environment where young learners feel safe, supported, and celebrated. Our thoughtfully designed daily schedule encourages creativity, curiosity, and hands-on exploration-helping children grow not only academically, but socially, emotionally, and spiritually. From imaginative play and early literacy to music, movement, and chapel time, each day is filled with opportunities to build confidence and character.Our dedicated teachers bring years of experience, deep compassion, and a genuine love for children, ensuring that every child is guided and encouraged as they develop their unique gifts.Whether your family is seeking a caring preschool community or a solid foundation for kindergarten readiness, Epworth is a place where children love to learn and families feel at home. Come be a part of something special-where faith, learning, and childhood come together in meaningful ways.Vision:Epworth Preschool and Kindergarten is an educational mission of Epworth United Methodist Church which provides quality educational programs within a warm, nurturing Christian environment so that children will grow to become lifelong learners and have greater opportunity to become people of faith in the community.Curriculum:The Creative Curriculum will be used in the preschool classes. The Transitional Kindergarten class will use the MSDE approved curriculum that follows MSDE guidelines and expectations.Orange Christian curriculum will be used for monthly chapel and reinforced in all the classes. The curriculum will acknowledge Jesus as Lord and refer to Jesus as a "special friend," an age-appropriate term. Families are not required to be members of Epworth to attend EPK. Children and families are not required to be Christian and will not be pressured to become so.

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When is the application deadline for Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten?

The application deadline for Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 1/1/2016

My daughter attends kindergarten there and I could not more pleased. Her growth has been measurable is every categorie.

- Posted by Parent - Petek

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