Our goal is to provide a loving, safe environment in which a child can grow spiritually, socially, intellectually, physically, and mentally. Opportunities for growth and learning are given to each child through play and a variety of activities. Children learn to trust others, respect others and themselves, and understand the love of Jesus Christ. In addition to developmentally appropriate academics, the children attend Chapel, Music, and Movement weekly. A Christian environment is evident through Bible verses, grace before snacks and meals, respect for others, and love of Jesus Christ. We believe a child's early school experience should be one full of love, fun, and nurturing.

For 2007-08, we will serve children ages 2-5. Our 2-year-olds attend 2 days a week. Our 3-year-olds attend 3 or 4 days a week. Four-year-olds attend 4 or 5 days a week. Our 5-year-olds (not Kindergarten) attend 5 days a week. Our hours are 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The children eat a snack and lunch at school. We follow the Gwinnett County Schools calendar. Our teacher student ratio for 2-year-olds is 1:6; for 3-year-olds is 1:7; for 4-year-olds is 1:8; and for 5-year-olds is 1:9.

Registration schedule for the fall of 2007 is as follows: In-house registration is January 16-23, 2007; Church member (by 9/24/06) registration is January 24, 2007 at 9 a.m.; Legacy registration is January 24, 2007 at 11 a.m.; Community registration is January 26, 2007 at 9 a.m. Registration will be held by lottery. Waiting lists will be started as necessary.

Our monthly tuition for 2007-08 is $115 for 2 days/week, $145 for 3 days/week, $165 for 4 days/week, and $195 for 5 days/week. A non-refundable registration fee, the same as one month's tuition, is due at time of registration.

Activity Fees to cover all programs and field trips throughout the year as well as a tee-shirt and tote bag will be: 2- and 3-year-olds, $40; and 4- and 5-year-olds (includes a graduation fee of $20), $80.

The 2007-08 school year will begin on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 and end on Wednesday, May 14, 2008.

For a tour of our preschool or brochure, please call 770-271-2783 or e-mail at Preschool@hmumc.org. Tours will be given daily at 10 a.m. in January 2007.