Nichols-Bethel United Methodist Pre-School is sponsored by the church. Programs for three and four year olds are taught by Jennifer Holcomb and Krista Chalfont.  Jennifer has a degree in Early Childhood Education while Krista's degree is in Elementary Education.

Our programs include: a five day 4 year old program from 9:15am to 11:45am; a three day 4 year old program (M, W, F) from 12:30pm to 3:00pm; and a 3 year old program (T, Th) from 12:30pm to 2:30pm.

For over thirty years, Nichols-Bethel United Methodist Pre-School has provided a nurturing, educational environment for three and four year old children. Our aim is to provide a pre-school curriculum in a Christian atmosphere consistent with the traditional values of the United Methodist Church. We strive to meet the individual needs of your child, recognizing him/her as a special person with varying needs and abilities. We will encourage your child to be independent and confident, to learn how to problem-solve, to share and be kind to others, to use good manners, and to pray. Above all else, we are committed to helping your child experience the joy of having Jesus in his/her life.

The Pre-School curriculum includes activities intended to stimulate your child’s moral, spiritual, social/emotional, intellectual, and physical growth. Our daily schedule includes: Greeting time, worship, outdoor play, reading/story time, snack, music, free play at classroom centers (dramatic play, art, blocks, toys, etc), clean up, and dismissal.  Academic concepts in the areas of literacy, pre-writing and handwriting, math, science, and social studies are taught using developmentally appropriate methods through participation in all these areas.

An integral part of the curriculum will focus on Christian education. This will be on a pre-school level, consistent with the United Methodist teaching materials. Each day the children will participate in a brief worship service in the Sanctuary listening to Bible stories, singing songs and praying.

Registration for the 2012-2013 school year will begin in February 2012. For enrollment information and/or to schedule a visit to the preschool, please contact Jennifer Holcomb at 301-785-6311 or email her at preschool@nicholsbethel.org.