The Hinshaw Preschool provides a developmentally appropriate learning experience for children in a warm Christian atmosphere.  The preschool is small and non-profit with ratios that meet or are better than state standards. The preschool follows the guidelines of the National Association of Early Childhood educators and is developmentally appropriate.

Program goals include:

• the spiritual growth of the children through singing and other activities;

• the development of each child's positive self image and self confidence;

• growth of language and communication skills;

• to communicate through music and art activities

• building upon social skills and self help skills;

• value one's own rights and the rights of others;

• learn to listen for directions and follow them;

• to be curious, wonder, and seek answers to questions;

• grow in understanding and appreciation of God's love for everyone and in our willingness and ability to respond to this love.

The Hinshaw Preschool is a program ministry of Hinshaw Memorial United Methodist Church and will admit students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin.