Formative and Fun

Our goal is to minister to families in our community by providing a safe and nurturing environment where children may grow emotionally, socially, intellectually, physically, and spiritually.

Enrollment Begins February 16, 2026

Enrollment Requirements
  • Children enrolled in WJUMC Preschool must be at least 2 years of age by August 31st of the upcoming school year. 
  • Children enrolled in WJUMC Preschool must be potty trained to attend.  This includes independence in using the bathroom facility without the use of daytime pull-ups.
 
Enrollment Schedule for the 2026-2027
February 16, 2026 -  Returning Students & Siblings
February 18, 2026 - Families on our waitlist
February 23, 2026 - Open to all
 
The enrollment form will be emailed to current and waitlisted families and will be available on this webpage on February 23, 2026.
 
Class Offerings for 2026-2027
Please choose one of the following options when enrolling your student.
  • Option 1: 8:30-12:30, Monday through Thursday, $3,000/year (must be 3 years old by August 31st, 2026)
  • Option 2: 8:30-11:30, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, $2,080/year (must be 2 years old by August 31st, 2026)
There will be an option to add an additional Lunch Bunch hour for those who choose Option 2. This will be an additional $460/year and the student will be at school from 8:30-12:30, Tuesday-Thursday. Please indicate your interest in this additional hour on the form. This option will only be offered if enrollment minimums are met. You will be notified ASAP if we will be able to have Lunch Bunch.  Students staying until 12:30 pm will be asked to bring a nut-free lunch from home.
 
Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid
In order to secure your child's spot for the upcoming school year, a non-refundable deposit of $75 (per family) is required at the time of enrollment or within 5 business days of  submitting the enrollment application.
 
Tuition may be paid in full, at the start of each semester, or in monthly installments. Arrangements will be made after enrollment is confirmed. 
 
Financial aid may be available based on the financial need of your family. There will be an application for financial aid included with the enrollment form. Please complete that portion of the application and we will be in touch to help you continue in that application process.
 
Enrollment Link
CLICK HERE to enroll for the 2026-2027 School Year
(Link will be opened on February 23rd at 8:00AM)
 
Contact us at wjumcpreschool@gmail.com with any questions.
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Our Goals

To strengthen the network of support and caring between parents and young children and provide parents and caregivers a time away.

To provide a Christian program for young children that will enable them to experience and learn of God's love which will enhance their    self-esteem, socialization and care for others.

To serve as an outreach and ministry to the community beyond West Jefferson United Methodist Church and to foster faith and friendship for parents and children.

FAQ's

We accept students who will be at least 2 years old at the start of the school year and are fully potty trained. This includes full, independent use of the restroom with no daytime pull-up. 

Our program follows the Ashe County Public School calendar. Our classes operate:

Monday - Thursday 8:30-12:30

Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-11:30 or 12:30

For questions concerning our Preschool Program, please email wjumcpreschool@gmail.com

Barbara Adams, John Cope, Art Gilreath, Mary Howell, June Neaves, Barbara Robinson, Alexa Smarr and Kate Yates