KIDS KASTLE AND PRESCHOOL
First Methodist Waco Preschool
Licensed by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, our Preschool boasts a history of more than 35 years and offers two and three day a week classes for ages three and four years. Our preschool classes are taught by certified teachers and designed to prepare children for kindergarten in a loving, safe Christian environment.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
8:30-11:30am
With extended 11:30am-2:30pm enrichments of science, cooking, fine arts, and lunch bunch.
Kids' Kastle
Parents' Day Out
Voted by Wacoan magazine for more than ten years in a row as the #1 Parents' Day Out program, Kids' Kastle offers children ages six months through five years a place to play, sing, rest, snack, and learn about Jesus from the most loving, high-quality caregivers.
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:30am to 2:30pm
The safety of your children is of utmost importance to First Methodist Waco. All First Methodist Waco pastors, staff, Kids' Kastle and Preschool staff, and volunteers have successfully completed Ministry Safe training and background checks.
Download the Kid's Kastle Calendar
2025-2026 TUITION
Preschool Tuition
For all Preschool classes, there is a registration fee of $100 per child.
Current Rates are:
| 3 Year Old Preschool Classes | Monthly Tuition | Annual Supply Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Half Days (8:15-11:30a) | $255 | $255 |
| 3 Half Days (8:15-11:30a) | $300 | $300 |
3 Year Old Lunch Bunch (11:30 am - 2:30 pm):
$115 per month for two afternoons a week
$165 per month for three afternoons a week
The annual supply fee covers all supplies, all field trip fees, a Preschool bag and a field trip T-shirt.
Preschool tuition is set annually by the Preschool Board. All fees are non-refundable.
| 4 Year Old Preschool Classes | Monthly Tuition | Annual Supply Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Half Days (8:15-11:30a) | $300 | $300 |
| 3 Days All Day (8:15-2:30p) | $490 | $490 |
4 Year Old Enrichment (Fine Arts and Science)
Tuesday and Thursday
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tuition: $175/month and annual $150 supply fee
4 Year Old Lunch Bunch
Friday
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tuition: $65/month
Kids' Kastle Parents' Day Out Tuition
There is an annual registration fee of $100 per child.
Babies - Two's
| Class | Monthly Tuition | Supply Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Day Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $150 | $75 |
| 2 Days Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $275 | $100 |
| 3 Days Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $375 | $125 |
Three's & Four's
| Class | Monthly Tuition | Supply Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Day Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $135 | $75 |
| 2 Days Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $250 | $100 |
| 3 Days Per Week (8:30-2:30p) | $350 | $125 |
Contact Us
Susan Barnett, Director
Sarah Hamm, Assistant Director
Liz Dover, Downtown Campus Administrator
254.772.5636