First Umc Christ Childs School purpose is to minister to the whole child by providing a safe, caring Christian environment that nurtures each child's social emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth.
We also provide emotional and spiritual support to parents and families.
We are a non profit program that is supported by the First United Methodist Church and licensed by the state of Colorado.
We first opened our doors in 1998 with our Toddler Center and have continued to grow.
We recognize the unique worth of all God's children regardless of their race, sex or cultural background.
It is our desire to minister to all children, sharing Christ's love for mankind.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Umc Christ Childs School?
The application deadline for First Umc Christ Childs School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to First Umc Christ Childs School is Colorado Timberline Academy (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Liberty School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Columba School (1.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Liberty School ![The Liberty School Photo]( "The Liberty School Photo")
Special Education School
3107 Western Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4834
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4834
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 30 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
St. Columba School ![St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.]( "St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.")
(Catholic)
1801 E 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1689 W 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Durango Montessori School
Montessori School
1309 E 3rd Ave Unit 6
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 50 students
454 Academy Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
454 Academy Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
La Vida Mission School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
700 County Road 7730
Crownpoint, NM 87313
(505) 786-3010
Crownpoint, NM 87313
(505) 786-3010
33.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students Tuition listed
Lighthouse Christian Academy ![Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo]( "Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo")
(Baptist)
11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964
38.5 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
5101 N. Dustin Ave
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 327-2395
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 327-2395
40.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 314 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Farmington Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
26 Road 5577
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 701-2459
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 701-2459
41.1 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 49 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Liberty School ![The Liberty School Photo]( "The Liberty School Photo")
Special Education School
3107 Western Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4834
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4834
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 30 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
St. Columba School ![St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.]( "St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.")
(Catholic)
1801 E 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Durango Montessori School
Montessori School
1309 E 3rd Ave Unit 6
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 50 students
Durango Early Learning Center
Alternative School
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 71 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hope Community Christian Academy
(Christian)
115 Ute St
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0692
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0692
17.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 43 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Columba School ![St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.]( "St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.")
(Catholic)
1801 E 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1689 W 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Durango Montessori School
Montessori School
1309 E 3rd Ave Unit 6
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 50 students
Durango Early Learning Center
Alternative School
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 71 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy
Montessori School
275 Mouache Circle
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0253
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0253
17.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 98 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2900 Mesa Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3862
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3862
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Animas High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22 Osprey Way
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Durango High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2390 Main Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1630
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1630
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,352 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Miller Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2608 Junction Street
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-1418
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-1418
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Needham Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2425 West Third Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4791
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4791
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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