Lake Magdalene UMC Early Childhood Center currently has approximately 180 students enrolled in our 5 year old, PreK-4 and PreK-3 year old classes and 65 children enrolled in our drop-in Child Care for children 1-2 years old.
Small class sizes in our Kindergarten allow our students to interact and receive important individual attention in a comfortable environment.
Curriculum in Reading and Math emphasizes each student's individual needs.
Extended curriculum in Art, Reading, Science, Social Studies and Music Appreciation are each taught by specialists with an emphasis on hands-on learning.
Highlights of the year include the children's live nativity at our annual Christmas Program, the Student Opera and special graduation ceremony and presentation of diplomas.
Our goal is to provide a fun, playful, high-quality education in a loving Christian environment.
Science, Social Studies, Literature, Spanish, Art, Music and Chapel are included in our age-appropriate curriculum.
Our talented teaching team has unparalleled educational credentials, experience and enthusiasm. Our teachers are the cornerstone of our program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $850
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
School Notes
- School Motto: To provide a high-quality, age-appropriate education to the whole child in a Christian environment.
- Registration is currently underway for the 2014-2015 school year. Please contact the school office for details.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lake Magdalene Umc Early Childhood Center cost?
Lake Magdalene Umc Early Childhood Center's tuition is approximately $850 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Lake Magdalene Umc Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Lake Magdalene Umc Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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