Purpose & Philosophy
Our program is an extension of First United Methodist Church, Killeen’s mission which is to meet the needs of children and parents in the congregation and surrounding communities. Our purpose is to provide quality child care in a wholesome Christian environment. We believe each child is a child of God and should have every opportunity to develop physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually to the fullest potential.Curriculum
Semester units with a weekly theme are planned and implemented year round. A weekly lesson plan is written by the teachers and carried out in the center for children 12 months and older. Learning Centers included in the classroom are: -Arts -Woodwork -Science -Sensory Play -Manipulatives -Music -Prewriting Skills -Story Time -Family Living -Finger Plays -Blocks -Calendar Time Outdoor play is offered three times a day to develop large motor skills, weather permitting. Spiritual development is met through a weekly bible verse, Chapel on Thursdays, and religious songs and prayer at snack and meal times. In the summer all children are encouraged to take part in Vacation Bible School (VBS). Special activities such as field trips and special guest speakers are also part of the curriculum. These activities are planned to enhance the weekly units. Field trips are planned once a month for children 4 years and older.Admission & Tuition Fees
Applications for the Child Development Center are accepted at any time. Listed below are the different tuition programs we offer to meet the needs of the church congregation and surrounding community.
Weekly Rates
0-17 Months……………………………….…………………………$110
18-23 Months………………………………………………………………….$100
2-5 Years………………………………………………………………………………………………$85
Three Days a Week
2 years and older………………………………………………………………………………….$65
Two Days a Week
2 years and older………………………………………………………………………………….$50
Half Days 8 am -12, or 12-5pm
2 years and older………………………………………………………………………………….$60
After School
School Age…………………………………………………………………………$50
From public school afternoon dismissal time. School children needing a full day, an additional $10 will be added to the weekly payment. We do not charge for afterschool transportation.
Hourly Care
All Ages…………………………………………………………………………….$3
Available only if there is an open space
We do offer discounts for families with multiple children.
