First United Methodist Co-op Preschool Fort Collins

05/10/2026

https://www.preschoolfumc.org/

04/21/2026

Eat at Illegal Pete’s on Thursday to raise money for Co-op Preschool’s scholarship fund. Be sure to mention our name at checkout and tell all your friends!

01/24/2026

09/17/2025

Teacher Tuesday highlight Meghan Carroll pre-k teacher!
This will be my 5th year at FUMCP. My favorite aspect is the co-op model. I love getting to know not only the children but building those relationships with the families as well. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family doing anything outdoors. We enjoy hiking, biking and I love reading. Fun fact - I love art & creating!

08/26/2025

Lindsay Holladay / Pre-K 4 day teacher!
This is my 6th year at the preschool.  My favorite thing about FUMC is seeing the confidence in these little pre-k’ers progress throughout the year and then their excitement at the end to move onto the next chapter!
In my free time I love to spend time with my husband and two daughters. I like to have fun and go on adventures but also love to be at my home. I love to watch my girls’ sports teams especially summertime swim! I also love to read, cook and try and new recipes. Fun fact about myself: I was a competitive figure skater when I was younger!

08/05/2025

Teacher Tuesday!
Meet Lizzie White
She is starting her second year at co-op preschool. Her favorite part of preschool is getting to know each one of the preschoolers unique and fun personalities. In her free time she loves to cook, be with her family, hike and paddle board. Fun fact she was in the United States Army for 6 years!

07/29/2025

Name and Role at FUMC: Ali Gessler, preschool Director

How long have you been working here: 15 years and the last three years have been as director, before that I was in the classroom

Favorite part of FUMC: the community, the children, the connection

Hobbies: hanging out with my family, running in fair weather, yoga, reading

Fun fact: both my children went to FUMC! I love Valais black nose sheep

07/26/2025

First United Methodist Co-Op Preschool is looking for a highly qualified teacher for our preschool 3’s class! This is a part time position Monday-Friday 8:30-1:00. Click the link in our Bio to apply and join our amazing team!

10/09/2023

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Hey there, Fort Collins families! 🌈 We've got something special brewing at FUMC Preschool - your friendly neighborhood Co-op Play-Based Preschool! 🎨🧡

Are you ready for a year filled with laughter, creativity, and endless learning adventures? 🚀📚 We certainly are! 🌼

🌟 What Makes FUMC Preschool Unique? 🌟

🔹 Co-op Spirit: We believe in the power of community. Parents and caregivers are an integral part of our program, helping shape the preschool experience together.

🔹 Play-Based Learning: Play is a child's work! 🎈 Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning through imaginative play.

🔹 Experienced Educators: Our dedicated team of teachers brings a wealth of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds.

🔹 Enriching Environment: Our vibrant, welcoming space is designed to inspire creativity, exploration, and social interaction.

🔹 Safety First: Your child's safety is our top priority. We follow all health and safety guidelines to ensure a secure and healthy learning environment.

🌟 What Can You Expect?

🔸 Play based learning
🔸 Art, Music, and Movement
🔸 Story time Adventures
🔸 Building Friendships
🔸 Developing Social Skills
🔸 Building Confidence

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? 🚀

📆 Mark your calendars! Our enrollment for the 2023-2024 School year is open with limited spots available.

Got questions or want to learn more about FUMC Preschool? Feel free to reach out to us! We're here to chat and answer all your queries. 📞📧

Let's create magical memories and a love for learning together! 💫👩‍🎨👨‍🔬