First Methodist Church Abilene, Texas

A Global Methodist Church

202 Butternut Street  Abilene, Texas 79602

Discover Ready Steps

Mother's Day Out

First Methodist Church

Abilene, Texas  79602

(325)673-6769

readysteps@fmcabilenetx.com

Ready Steps Mother's Day Out proudly adheres to the highest standards of education and caregiving.  Our dedicated staff is committed to providing a supportive environment where your child can thrive.  Keep reading to learn more.

About Us

At Ready Steps Mother's Day Out, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children.  Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child's best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on experiential learning.

 

Hours:

Tuesdays and Thursdays

8:30am -- 2:30pm

We are open ALL Year long.

We follow AISD holiday and inclement weather days.  Please check local television stations for closures.

Our Programs

Learning Through Play



The educational programs at Ready Steps Mother's Day Out were created with our children's needs in mind: to mature and develop in a safe yet stimulating environment.  Take a look below to learn more about each program.

Price:


$185 for the first child

$165 for the second child

$150 for the third child


$25 annual registration fee

for all ages

Preschool Program

We have a great childcare program for your little one.  We have all the appropriate safety measures and trained staff to work with your children.  We take pride in our program and its affordability.

Infants Class

3 months to 1 year old

One's Class

12 months to 24 months

Two's Class

25 months to 35 months

Pre-Kindergarten Program

We have a great Pre-K program for our 3 to 5 year olds.  We offer a complete, well-rounded curriculum to make your child ready for Kindergarten.  Your child will love it!  Our Pre-K program is the top of its class.  Your child will wake up excited to come to preschool every single day!  We have tons of fun daily activities for the kids.  We offer extra enrichment classes in Science and Spanish as well at no extra charge.


Classes are set up as:

Preschool Class

3 year olds

Pre-K Class

4 and 5 year olds

Summer Program

During the Summer Months we offer not only our regular programs, but we also offer a class for school age children for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade.

Cost for Kindergarten through 5th Grade is $100 for the first child and $50 for any additional child of the same household in this age range thereafter

There is also a $15 registration fee for new students

Summer session starts in June and runs through the second week of August

Drop In/Aftercare Programs

We also offer Drop-In classes, as long as the space is available on the day needed to keep in compliance with state classroom size regulations.  Students are also able to stay as late as 3pm for those families who might need a little extra time before pick-up.  These services need to be requested 24 hours in advance for placement purposes.

Drop-In Days: $40 per day

Late Pick-up fee: $40 per month

Ready Steps Mother's Day Out


From language and literacy development to social skills and creative expression, the children at Ready Steps Mother's Day Out are constantly being exposed to new activities and environments in which to thrive.  Our program helps each child to grow in Christ by providing age-appropriate opportunities through learning, worship, loving and serving others.  We build on the strengths and interests of each child to help build a solid foundation where they can develop their futures.  We provide a safe, caring and nurturing environment where learning is fun!

Contact Us

Contact Us

Our Approach

Fill These Out Before Registration


Emergency Card


About Me

Registration Checklist

Emergency Card

Child Preferences Form (All About Me)

$25 Registration Fee (Checks are accepted, Paid to First Methodist Church)

Current Shot Records

First Month's Tuition


Things to Bring Your First Time

Diapers (if applicable)

2 packages of Wipes (Infants - Pre-K)

Nap Mat Labeled (Crawlers - Pre-K)

Extra Change of Clothes in Zip-Lock bag

Lunch, Snack and Personal Cup (all labeled)


Additional items will be required at the beginning of each session for the program and individual class learning.

Our program does require that all children be vaccinated before they enter our care.  We require a copy of immunization records to be brought to the church office, emailed or to be faxed to 325-673-7039 with "Attention Ready Steps Program" on it before registration can be completed.



***Due to the increase of NUT ALLERGIES, our facility is completely PEANUT-FREE.  This includes anything made in a factory or on machinery that also processes peanuts.  Please read labels carefully!  Anything brought in containing peanuts will be sealed and sent home - your child will not be allowed to eat it.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

We have made it our top priority to make sure that each one of our staff members and children in our program are safe and healthy by following the guidelines set forth by the CDC and the THHS.  If you have any questions regarding these measures please be sure to contact us via email or phone call at 325-673-6769


Please note that these are the minimum practices required to be met by the State of Texas.  However, we at Ready Steps reserve the right to implement stricter standards, if we feel it necessary to keep your children and our staff safe.

Our Staff

Passionate, dedicated, and loving; Ready Steps Preschool Ministry teachers love their work and it shows in everything they do.  Our goal is to. make a positive defference on young kids who come to our Daycare.

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