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.

INFORMATION

ABOUT MDS

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)

Kim Ratliff, Administrative Assistant (kratlilff@fumcmc.org)

Telephone: 281.499.2581

OFFICE HOURS

School Year:

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

Summer:

  • 9am-2pm Tuesday
  • By appointment

 

2025-2026 REGISTRATION & FEES

MDS Registration 25-26 School Year

We are so excited to kick off Registration for the 2025-2026 school year!  Registration begins with our currently enrolled families on February 3, 2025 and opens to the public on February 6.

You will find more information in our 2025-2026 Registration Packet.

CHILDREN’S DAY OUT (CDO):

  • Ages: 6 months by September 1, 2025 through 2 years (Birth certificate required).
  • Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2026 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
  • CDO Registration Form: Click HERE

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

  • Monthly Tuition is due the first school day of each month:
    • CDO Monday/Friday $285.00.
    • Crib Monday/Friday $300.00.

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

  • Monthly Tuition is due the first school day of each month:
    • CDO Tue/Wed/Thurs $410.00.
    • Crib Tue/Wed/Thurs $425.

PRESCHOOL:

  • Ages: 3 and 4 years old as of September 1, 2025 (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 2026 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
  • Registration Form: Click HERE

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

  • Monthly Tuition: $410. Due the first school day of each month.

PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT:

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

  • Monthly Tuition: $285. Due the first school day of each month.

KINDERGARTEN:

Monday-Friday, 9AM-2PM 

  • Ages: 5 years old as of September 1, 2025 (Birth certificate required).
  • Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $300 is due at the time of registration. May 2026 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
  • Monthly Tuition: $700. Due the first school day of each month.
  • Kindergarten Application Form: Click HERE

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 Registration Form. (See Below)
  • A MEDICAL FORM (in addition to current immunization record)
  • An Introduction Form. (see below)
  • Additional Forms as needed. (see below)
REGISTRATION FORMS:

INTRODUCTION FORMS:

 Crib Room Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/23-2/29/24)

 Children’s Day Out Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/21 – 3/1/23):

Preschool Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/19-8/31/21)

 Kindergarten Introduction Form (Birthdates from 9/1/18-8/31/19)

 

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)

 

 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.

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

PAC: Parent Advisory Committee:

  1. 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.
  2. Community Building: We gather and grow together as an MDS community through different social events.
    1. Moms of MDS: Monthly socials
    2. Doughnuts with Dads: Fall event
    3. Muffins with Moms: Spring event

-Volunteer Opportunities

Classroom Volunteer Opportunities: will assist preschool students and teachers in center time (“Open Door”), host parties, and provide basic classroom support as needed.

We also occasionally need extra hands during  picture days, petting zoo, walking children to class during the first days, or painting t-shirts!

-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.

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

 2025-2026 School Calendar

2024 – 2025 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 6 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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