LAKEWOOD UNITED METHODIST PDO + PRESCHOOL

Lakewood United Methodist Preschool is excellent. As a retired teacher and a devoted grandmother, I have to say I am very impressed with the staff, the programs and the environment. You can’t ask for a better place for children to learn and grow.

We have had two children attend LUMP so far and couldn’t be happier with our experience. The school makes us feel like family and we know our kids are loved on and well cared for while there. We love that the focus is on building social skills alongside PLAY which is the best way for preschoolers to learn. We love LUMP and can’t wait for our third child to attend the program as well.

My daughter is in her second year attending LUMP preschool and we couldn’t be happier with our experience there. The teachers and all staff are exceptional! They make a huge effort to engage the kids in play based learning, always focused around the children’s interests. My daughter LOVES going to school each day, has made friends, and is always excited to tell me all about it. As a parent, I really appreciate all of the different programs they offer and have found it beneficial for my daughter to slowly add on more time at preschool. It has made school such a positive experience for her. It is a unique preschool offering lots of opportunities for parents to engage in the classroom and get to know the other kids and families. I love that my daughter says hi to all the other parents by name at pickup and drop off. What a magical introduction to classroom based learning!

We love being a part of the community at LUMP! The staff is so caring and fun, the play based curriculum is a perfect fit, and it is such a welcoming group. Highly recommend!

My experience at LUMP so far has been amazing! We moved here in September from South Carolina. I have a 5 year old in the Transition class and a 3 year old in the two mornings per week class. The move was tough on my 5 year old, but his teacher Ms.Ana really helped him through the transition. She is so kind and patient with the kids, and my boys are always so excited to go to school! They have both made really good friends in their class, and I have as well with the other parents. It’s such a warm and welcoming community and I already feel at home in the 2.5 months we’ve been here! I love that they offer the Transition class for summer babies who aren’t quite ready for kindergarten yet. I’m so happy I decided to give him that extra year. He’s already growing and learning so much, and most importantly he loves going to school and playing with all his friends! :)