Bright Beginnings at Friendswood United Methodist Church

110 N. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood 281-482-7535 www.friendswoodumc.com/preschool Ages: 1-4 years Cost: $170-$340/month Deadline to register: until full Bright Beginnings strives to provide a safe, nurturing, and Christian environment for all. Staff encourages children as they are prepared for future school life. The school offers two-, three- and four-day programs.

Crossing Borders Preschool

1850 W. Broadway St., Pearland 832-808-2575 www.crossingborderspreschool.com Ages: 18 months-5 years Cost: call for prices Deadline to register: until full Crossing Borders offers half- or full-day options for full-immersion learning of the Spanish language. Native-speaking teachers introduce Spanish language and culture through age-appropriate play, academics and activities.

Epiphany Lutheran Church Mother’s Day Out

5515 W. Broadway St., Pearland 281-485-7896 www.shiningthelight.org/mdo Ages: 8 months-Pre-K 4 Cost: $185/$275/$370 (one child), $310/$465/$620 (two children), $415/ $620/ $830 (three children) Deadline to register: until full The program teaches social skills and academics in a caring, Christian environment. Creativity is promoted through art and music. Epiphany offers a two-, three- and four-day program with discounts for siblings.

First United Methodist Church Children’s Day Out

2314 N. Grand Blvd., Pearland 281-485-8721 www.fumcpearland.org Ages: 1-3 years Cost: $100 (registration fee), $195/month (age 1), $185/month (ages 2-3) Deadline to register: until full The twice-weekly, Christian-based program focuses on motor and cognitive development, cooperative play, language acquisition and self-expression. In addition to the CDO program, FUMC offers year-round preschool curriculum for children age 1 through kindergarten.

For Children Only School—Pearland

2302 E. Broadway St., Pearland 281-485-5364

For Children Only School—Friendswood

1415 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood 281-482-0657 www.forchildrenonlydayschool.com Ages: 6 weeks-kindergarten Cost: $169-$189/week (6 weeks-17 months), $89/week (age 2), $74/week (age 3 and Pre-K) Deadline to register: none The schools focus on individual children’s needs by providing a stimulating atmosphere for learning in a secure and caring environment. For Children Only provides breakfast, snacks and lunch. The school offers full- or part-time care in addition to an after-school program.

Friendswood Christian School

2051 W. Parkwood Ave., Friendswood 281-482-4087 Ages: 6 weeks-5 years Cost: would not disclose Deadline to register: until full Friendswood Christian School is an early child development center dedicated to creating a complete learning experience for children by incorporating Christian principles into its academic plan. They offer two-, three- and five-day programs for children ages 2-4, while infants and the kindergarten-readiness classes are five days. Toddlers and older can plant in and explore the school’s Discovery Garden. Friendswood Christian School also offers an afterschool program for children up to sixth grade.

Friendswood Children’s House

304 W. Edgewood Drive, Friendswood 281-482-0240 www.friendswoodchildrenshouse.com Ages: 18 months-kindergarten Cost: $576/month (full-day programs) Deadline to register: until full Certified teachers give children attention and direction. The curriculum and activities focus on language, math, motor and social skills to ease the transition into future schooling. The school offers two-, three- and five-day options in addition to a summer program.

The Goddard School

1650 Friendswood Lakes Blvd., Friendswood 281-992-2400 www.goddardschool.com/houston/friendswood-lakes-boulevard-tx Ages: 6 weeks-kindergarten Cost: $85-$245/week Deadline to register: none A range of activities help cultivate children’s growth and learning. Teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.

Good Shepherd Episcopal Preschool

1207 W. Winding Way Drive, Friendswood 281-992-1357 Ages: 3-4 years Cost: call for prices Deadline to register: until full Good Shepherd Episcopal Preschool offers a caring, secure and supportive environment as well as an educational program. The low child-to-teacher ratio and high level of parental involvement nurtures the whole child. The school has a full fine arts program. Good Shepherd offers before and after-school care as well as options for three- and five-day programs.

Heritage Christian Academy

12006 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland 713-436-8422 www.hcapatriots.com/index.html Ages: 6 months-sixth grade Cost: $242.60-$597.95/month Deadline to register: until full HCA offers two-, three- and five-day programs for infants through age 4. The school integrates Bible stories, songs, storytelling, arts and crafts and outdoor play with the curriculum.

Little Lambs Learning Center

12005 CR 59, Pearland 713-436-0044 www.shepherdoftheheart.org/little-lambs Ages: 18 months-5 years Cost: $200-$440/month Deadline to register: until full The Shepherd of the Heart program offers a center for all children with a goal to prepare children for kindergarten with a strong Christian foundation. Staff said their goal is to instill confidence and preparedness for elementary school. Tours are available 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday- Thursday.

Kid City Friendswood

1601 W. Parkwood Ave., Friendswood 832-569-4674 www.kidcityfriendswood.com Ages: six weeks-5 years Cost: $155-$225/week (ages six weeks-4), $175/week (private kindergarten) Deadline to register: until full The mission of Kid City is to provide a pioneering child care experience for children, families and the community, staff said. Kid City offers age-appropriate curriculum, balanced meals, protected entrances, internet monitoring, extracurricular activities and large covered outdoor play areas with water fun for the summer. There are three-, four- and five-day options.

King’s Kids

209 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood 281-482-6211 www.kingskidslearningcenter.com Ages: 6 weeks-pre-K Cost: $85-$175/week Deadline to register: none King’s Kids strives to be a second home for its students, and the school’s curriculum leads to enthusiastic learners, staff said. Teachers at King’s Kids guide children to become independent, self-confident learners.

Primrose School of Pearland

2240 Pearland Parkway, Pearland 281-997-8855 www.primroseschools.com/schools/pearland Ages: 6 weeks-kindergarten Cost: call for prices Deadline to register: until full Learning through play is a key part of Primrose School of Pearland’s learning style. Its child-initiated, teacher-guided approach with a strong emphasis on life skills and character development helps children develop and excel, staff said. Primrose offers two- and three-day programs, while infant and kindergarten classes are five days.

Shadycrest Baptist Church “In His Steps” Mother’s Day Out

3017 Yost Blvd., Pearland 281-485-6808 www.shadycrest.org Ages: 1-5 years Cost: would not disclose Deadline to register: until full The Mother’s Day Out program offers two-, three- and four-day programs as staff loves, cares and models children after Christian values, officials said. Shadycrest Baptist Church provides education, activities and guidance for each child. The A Beka and Frog Street curriculum prepare children for future school success. Music classes are included for children ages 2 and up.

St. Andrews Academy

2535 E. Broadway St., Pearland 281-485-3428 www.standrewsacademypearland.com Ages: 1-5 years Cost: $225-$510/month (two-day programs), $450/month (four-day programs) Deadline to register: until full St. Andrews Academy offers two-, three- and four-day programs with a Christian foundation and a small-town community feel, staff said. The curriculum promotes motor and social skills development through music, art and sports.

The Tot Spot at Crosspoint Church

1134 Old Alvin Road, Pearland 281-485-1848 www.crosspointchurch.tv Ages: 18 months-5 years Cost: $200-$400/month Deadline to register: until full The Tot Spot is a preschool program that focuses on the discovery of God through developmentally appropriate, hands-on learning activities for children. The program prepares the preschool child for kindergarten. The Tot Spot offers two- and four-day programs with discounts for siblings.

Tottenberry’s Private School

7302 W. Broadway St., Pearland 281-997-8333 www.tottenberrys.com Ages: 6 weeks-4th grade Cost: $280-$820/month Deadline to register: until full Tottenberry’s offers a two- and three-day program with a strong knowledge-based curriculum. Music, art, Bible, Spanish, and physical education are just a few of the supplement classes to the curriculum.

This is not a comprehensive list.