2025-2026 School Year
Tuition fees may be paid annually or monthly. For your convenience, the annual fee is divide into 10 equal monthly payments. Monthly tuition is due on the 15th of each month, starting July 15, 2025 through April 15, 2026. Tuition payments received after the 20th of each month will be charged a late fee of $20.00.
Payment Options Include:
CHECK – Make your check payable to First United Methodist Church of Gilbert Preschool, please note your child’s name on the check memo line. Checks may be dropped off at the Preschool Office or Mailed to First United Methodist Church of Gilbert Preschool, 331 South Cooper Road, Gilbert, AZ 85233
CASH – Place cash payments in an envelope, label it with your child’s name, and give directly to a Preschool Director. You will receive a receipt for all cash payments. Please do not mail cash payments.
Electronic Funds Transferred – Tuition payments may be paid using EFT from your checking or saving account.
There will be a $20.00 charge for all NSF and returned items.
On Line Payments – Paying Tuition on-line is easy and fast! Students must already be registered and enrolled for the current school year to pay online. Payments online can be made with a credit/debit card or checking account using Vanco Services, a secure payment service.
2 YEAR OLD CLASS:
- Children must be completely toilet trained by the first day of classes.
- Children must turn 3 between September 1st and April 1st of that school year.
- Tuesday and Thursday two day program from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
3 YEAR OLD CLASS:
- Children must be 3 years old by August 31st and completely toilet trained by the first day of classes.
- We offer two different options for your 3 year olds. You can choose a two day program with an optional third day or a three day program. Both classes meet from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Two Day Option:
- Tuesday and Thursday – Loving Ladybugs
- Tuition (based on 10 months) = $330/month
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee (annual) = $175
- Add optional Wednesday to Loving Ladybugs (tuition matches 3 Day option below)
Three Day Option:
- Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – Caring Caterpillars
- Tuition (based on 10 months) = $370/month
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee (annual) = $175
PREKINDERGARTEN CLASS:
Children must be 4 years old by August 31st and completely toilet trained by the first day of classes. PreK classes meet 4 days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- These classes meet 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Tuition (based on 10 months) = $420/month
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee (annual) = $175
EXTENDED DAY PREKINDERGARTEN CLASS:
Children must be 4 years old by August 31st and completely toilet trained by the first day of classes. PreK classes meet 4 days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- This classes meet 9:00am – 2:00pm
- Must bring a nut free packed lunch daily
- STEM enrichment added to the day
- Tuition (based on 10 months) = $650/month
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee (annual) = $175
Tuition Payment Schedule for 2025-2026
Discounts
5% Discount given on annual tuition rate if paid in full by July 15, 2025.
10% Discount given on annual tuition rate for additional children from immediate family.
Monthly Tuition Due Dates:
July 15, 2025
August 15, 2025
September 15, 2025
October 15, 2025
November 15, 2025
December 15, 2025
January 15, 2026
February 15, 2026
March 15, 2026
April 15, 2026
Return Check Policy
There will be a $20.00 charge on all returned checks.
Student Withdrawal Policy
A two week written notice is required for the withdrawal of any student. All accounts must be paid in full.
Absentee, Vacation and Holiday Policy
No credit or refunds will be given for absences, vacations or holidays.
Late Pick up Policy
Preschool classes will end promptly. A late fee of $15.00 will be assessed for any child picked up 15 minutes after the class has ended.
