Methodist Day School

“Train up a child in the way they should go, and when they are old they will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

Welcome to the Methodist Day School

Since the early 1970’s, the Day School has provided a loving, Christian program filled with rich experiences that provide a strong foundation for learning and growing.

Children attending the school benefit from years of quality programming, materials, and a staff dedicated to this important ministry of First United Methodist Church Missouri City.

We look forward to continuing our tradition of early childhood excellence and we are proud you have chosen our program for your child.

Click here for the 2023-2024 Welcome Packet!

INFORMATION

ABOUT

HISTORY

For 50 years, The Methodist Day School (MDS) has been committed to providing each individual child a safe, and enriching environment, where they are loved just as God created them.

The integration of Christian values into our school day nurtures the child’s spiritual development and love for God and family.

We know the seeds planted in a child’s heart during the early years will grow throughout their lifetime.

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY

Our Early Childhood Program develops the whole child, by meeting their social-emotional needs, cognitive growth and nurturing their spiritual well-being through hands-on, developmentally appropriate play and project-based learning.

Our school knows that the Early Childhood years are brain developing years. Experiences wire the brain and repetition strengthens the wiring.

Our classes are open to any child regardless of race or religious beliefs, provided the school can meet the needs of the child.

MDS operates August through May.
We serve children ages 6 months through 5 years.
The Day School meets and exceeds all licensing standards of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
In addition, it is operated under the guidelines of the Missouri City Health and Fire Departments.

OUR ADMINISTRATION

Sarah McCoy, Director (smccoy@fumcmc.org)

Stephanie Gabino, Assistant Director (sgabino@fumcmc.org)

Telephone: 281.499.2581

OFFICE HOURS

School Year:

8am- 4pm Monday-Thursday,
8am-2pm Friday

Summer:

9am-2pm Monday and Tuesday
By appointment

REGISTRATION & FEES

MDS Registration

For our current Registration Packet: PLEASE CLICK HERE

CHILDREN’S DAY OUT (CDO):

2 Days per Week: Mondays & Fridays- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Ages: 6 months by September 1, 2023 through 2 years (Birth certificate required).
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: CDO Monday/Friday $250.00. Crib Monday/Friday $265.00. Due the first CDO of each month.

3 Days per Week: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Ages: 6 months by September 1, 2023 through 2 years (Birth certificate required).
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: CDO $375.00. Crib $390. Due the first CDO of each month.

PRESCHOOL:

3 Days per Week: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday- 9:00 AM to 2:00PM

Ages: 3 and 4 years old as of September 1, 2023 (Birth certificate required).
All children must be potty trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently.
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: $375. Due the first school day of each month.

PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT:

2 Days per Week: Monday & Friday- 9:00 am-2:00 pm

Ages: 3 and 4 years old as of September 1, 2023 (Birth certificate required).
All children must be potty trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently.
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: $250. Due the first school day of each month.

KINDERGARTEN:

Monday-Friday, 9AM-2PM

Ages: 5 years old as of September 1, 2023 (Birth certificate required).
All children must be potty trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently.
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: $625. Due the first school day of each month.

EXTENDED DAY:

Morning Care is open Monday-Friday from 8:00am – 9:00am.
Afternoon Care is open Monday-Thursday from 2:00pm – 4:00pm.

For fees and more information about Extended Care hours, please click HERE or call the Day School at 281-499-2581.

FORMS AND LINKS

School Forms

All MDS students will need the following forms on file:

A MEDICAL FORM (in addition to current immunization record)
An Introduction Form. (see below)
Additional Forms as needed. (see below)

INTRODUCTION FORMS:

Crib Room Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/22-2/29/23)

Children’s Day Out Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/20 – 3/1/22):

Preschool Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/18-8/31/20)

Kindergarten Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/17-8/31/18):

ADDITIONAL FORMS:

Pick Up Form

Potty Training

Anaphylaxis Emergency Form: (Children with diagnosed food allergies or asthma MUST have this plan on file to attend Methodist Day School)

Registration Forms:

CDO REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 CDO Registration Form

PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 Preschool Registration Form

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 Kindergarten Form

EXTENDED DAY INFORMATION: Extended Day

Helpful Links

POLICIES

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment will be open to any child provided the Day School can meet the needs of that child.

Children entering the Preschool program must be toilet trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently.
All accounts must be current to register.
All appropriate forms (including Medical Form, Birth Certificate, and Introduction Form) and fees must be on file in the Day School office before a child is considered registered.
It is mandatory that each child’s Medical Form, (including immunization record) is current, signed by the child’s primary doctor, and in your child’s file by the date of admission.
For the safety of our staff, parents, and children, all students attending the Day School must be fully immunized.

Withdrawal Policy

Withdrawal notices must be given in writing or by email and submitted to the Day School office. If the Day School office is closed and notice is sent via mail, the postmarked date will be considered the date of notice given.

Registration fees are non-refundable.

June 1 is the deadline in order to receive the prepaid May’s tuition refund.

If you find it necessary to withdraw your child between June 2 and October 1, you will forfeit your prepaid May’s tuition.

After October 1, we must have a 2-week notice of withdrawal for you to receive the May’s tuition refund.

If you find it necessary to withdraw your child after April 1, May’s tuition will not be refundable.

If you withdraw your child from school and wish to return at a later date, you must observe the standard enrollment procedures including paying the registration fee and last month’s tuition.

New students will not be enrolled after March 1.

INVOLVEMENT

Parent Participation

Volunteer Opportunities

Office Support Staff: Smiling faces are needed to help file papers, make labels, make copies, answer the phones and greet those entering the Day School.

Classroom Helpers will assist preschool children in center time (“Open Door”), host parties, and provide basic classroom support as needed by teaching staff.

Teacher Appreciation: Our staff is the greatest and we love to organize breakfasts, lunches, and other treats to say “thanks” for their work with the children.

“Able Bodied Helpers” may find themselves assisting with picture days, petting zoo, walking children to class during the first days, or painting t-shirts!

Take Home Projects are available for those who have kid or work obligations that prevent them from coming to the Day School.

Do you play the guitar, quilt, scuba-dive? Bring your gear and talk to the kids about it!

Volunteering

All Day School volunteers must have a current background check on file with the Day School BEFORE volunteering with the children. These forms must be completed and turned in each year. Click the link for the volunteer form:Background Check MDS

Mission Opportunities

During each school year, the Methodist Day School provides the following mission opportunities for the children:

Fall “Food Train” – a food drive that benefits the East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry.

Toy Drive – held each December. Children present gifts that are donated to a local Title 1 elementary school.

Pet Fair – In conjunction with our annual “Pet Fair” (when our pets come to school!), children are encouraged to bring pet food and supplies which are donated to an animal shelter in our community.

Spring Food Drive – focuses on “kid-friendly” summertime foods such as peanut butter, macaroni and cheese and boxed juice. Food items are donated to the East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry.

CALENDAR

2023 – 2024 School Calendar

We will observe MOST Fort Bend Independent School District weather or national emergencies. School closings/holidays are pre-calculated in the tuition rates and there are no credits given for children’s absences or unscheduled school closings. Dates subject to change.

EMPLOYMENT

Employment Opportunities

The Methodist Day School is currently accepting applications for permanent and substitute teachers and caregivers to work with children ages 6 months through 5 years.

While prior experience with young children is desirable, it is not necessary. Our current staff members have diverse vocational backgrounds ranging from business, nursing, and social work as well as education. The one thing we all share is a love for children and the desire to be in ministry for the sake of those children. This is a ministry of First United Methodist Church Missouri City and staff members are professing Christians. Fluency in English is required for these positions. All other training will be provided.

Hours of employment are 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM and we observe the FBISD school closings calendar. This is a great part-time opportunity for moms who want to work while their kids are in school or anyone who desires meaningful, part-time employment.

Prospective employees must complete an employment application and affidavit prior to being considered for a job position. The affidavit can be notarized when employment application is delivered. You will be asked to provide a photo id and social security card.

CLICK HERE FOR AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION: Application and cover letter

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