Established in 1973, Methodist Early Childhood Education (MECE) Preschool and Kindergarten is a non-profit school operating on the East Campus of the First United Methodist Church of Boca Raton.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,400
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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MECE Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
10 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Families eligible for reimbursement from Family Empowerment Scholarships through Step Up and AAA Scholarships
Summer Program Cost
$175
Summer Program Cost Notes
Also, a $50 registration fee per child
Admissions Director
Cathy Herschelman
Admissions Associate
admin@meceboca.org
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
and Sports, Music, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Art
Arts and Music Programs:
Art
School Notes
- MECE seeks to promote the child`s spiritual, physical, intellectual, and social-emotional maturity in an atmosphere which reflects basic religious values common to both the Methodist Church and other Christian religions.The program provides appropriate developmental activities for each child in the areas of language arts, math, science, art, music, and physical education. The MECE teacher endeavors to emphasize the worth and dignity of the individual child and spiritual growth through educational and engaging activities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does MECE Preschool cost?
MECE Preschool's tuition is approximately $6,400 for private students and $175 for summer students.
Does MECE Preschool offer a summer program?
Yes, MECE Preschool offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for MECE Preschool?
The application deadline for MECE Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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