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General Registration opens soon

2026-2027 Registration is coming soon!

The registration window for the 2026-2027 school year is coming up! This year, our registration process is completely online through Brightwheel - stayed tuned for more information. Review the dates and be ready to register:

  • Priority registration is from February 2-13, 2026, and is open to all current TLC families as well as FUMC staff and church members.
  • Community registration opens February 17, 2026. We will have open houses (dates to be released later) for you to tour our school and then complete the registration process.

We look forward to another great school year!

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Tot Learning Center - TLC Preschool

Mission: 
To embody Christ as we compassionately share Gods love with the children entrusted in our care.

Purpose: 
The Purpose of our TLC Ministry is to provide a safe learning environment for each child to grow in the following areas:

Cognitively: Reading and Number readiness programs are available including Pre-K Letter Land.Technology: Computer activities and learning games are introduced in the 3's and 4 year old classes.
Socially: Group activities, learning centers and games help the child work, play and relate to other children.
Creatively: Opportunities are available for creative expression through finger play, music, puppets, books, art activities, and free play. Emotionally: Help is given to the children to meet new situations and new relationships with stability.
Physically: A variety of materials are used for fine and gross motor development, including daily outdoor play.
Spiritually: The child has the opportunity to develop deeper values and a growing understanding of God and his love through devotions, Bible stories, songs, and chapel program
Music: Music is offered in a variety of forms throughout the year.  Daily activities encourage natural musical ability through the use of songs, fingerplays, games and instruments.

Program Options:

Hours: 9am-12noon
2-day option (Tuesdays & Thursdays) for children ages 2 and up only. Cost: $105 per month
3 day option (Monday, Wednesday, & Friday's) for children 15 months-4 year olds. Cost: $135 per month
5 day option (Monday-Friday) for children ages 2 to 4 year old's. Cost: $215 per month.

Registration Fee due at time of Registration:  $60.00

Lunch Bunch is offered each day unless noted on calendar for ages 3 and up.  Parents must pay extra $5 fee each day and provide lunch.  Lunch Bunch children stay from 12:00-1:00  

Monthly Tuition is due a month in advance by the 10th of the month. 

Calendar/Special Events:
TLC follows the Rutherford County School Calendar and our start date is the first Wednesday after Labor Day. Special Events are planned during year such as: Dr. Seuss Week Holiday Parties Pirates, Princess & Popcorn Day Family Day, Book Character Parade Day, and much more!

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TLC School Calendar and Upcoming Highlighted Events:
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Book Fair 2026
Pirate Princess Popcorn Day 2026
2026 Valentine's Parties
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