Arroyo Grande United Methodist Children's Center
Welcome to AGUMCC!
We are so glad you are interested in our program. We hope this information will assist you in determining if our school is the "right fit" for you and your child. We offer a toddler and preschool program that values and nurtures a child's individual development while fostering family relationships. Please call our office to schedule a tour. We will be happy to show you what we have to offer.
Our Goals for Children
- To increase a healthy self-esteem by providing a nurturing environment for growth and development.
- To promote the child's self-direction, and encourage them to take responsibility for their actions.
- To help children achieve a solid foundation for future academic success.
- To help children develop an ability to express needs to others.
- Care for others and respect people's space, body, and feelings.
- To develop a concept of a healthy nutrition.
- To learn that each child is valued by family, teachers, peers, and God.
- To provide a safe environment for children.
Toddler Schedule
*7:30am - 8:30am Early Birds
For children who arrive before class begins. The
group plays indoors, and in the courtyard.
8:30am - 9:00am Arrival Time
8:30am - 12:00pm Morning
Your child may participate in free choice, art.
sensory, snack, song, story and outside play.
12:00pm - 12:30pm Lunch
Pack your child a healthy lunch and they will enjoy
eating with other toddlers.
12:30am - 3:00pm Napping
Children bring their own bedding for nap and participate in our full day program.
3:00pm - 3:30pm Pick-up Time
*3:30pm - 5:30pm Stay & Play
Children read books, free choice activity, have a
snack, and enjoy inside and outside play.
*May be added to daily schedule for a fee.
Preschool Schedule
*7:30am - 8:30am Early Birds
For children who arrive before class begins. The
group plays indoors, and in the courtyard.
8:30am - 9:00am Arrival Time
8:30am - 12:00pm Preschool
Every child attends morning class and is offered
a chance to participate in art, free choice
activities, snack, group time, with play time in
the courtyard and backyard.
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
Parents bring a nutritious packed lunch for
their child. Children eat with their teacher
followed by stories and potty.
1:00pm -3:00pm Nap / Rest Time
Children bring their own bedding. Rest is for
one hour followed by quiet indoor activity then
outside play in the backyard.
3:00pm - 3:30pm Pick-up Time
*3:30pm - 5:30pm Stay & Play
Children wake from napping, read books, free
choice activity, have a snack, and play
outdoors.
*May be added to daily schedule for a fee.
The play yard that faith built:
