NOW OFFERING BEFORE & AFTER CARE OPTIONS!
EPWORTH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
9008 Rosemont Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 || 301-926-0424
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten (EPK) proudly offers high-quality, developmentally appropriate programming for children ages 2 to 5. Rooted in care, creativity, and Christian values, our programs nurture each child’s growth in a safe, engaging environment. We now offer expanded hours to better support working families—providing the flexibility and dependable care you need, right when you need it most. At EPK, we’re here for your child, and for you.
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Children enrolling in this program MUST be 2-years-old by September 1.
​Select from three options:
2-DAY: Tuesdays & Thursdays || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $410 / mo.
3-DAY: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $465 / mo.
5-DAY: Monday - Friday || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $787.50 / mo.
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** Before and After Care options are also available!
TWOs CLASS
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Available to children 3 years of age by September 1st OR -- *Waiver for Early Entrance* -- Early entrance for 3 year olds is offered on a limited basis. In order to be considered, children must turn 3 between Sept. 1st and Oct. 15th of the school year and pass an assessment process.
​Select from two options:
2-DAY: Tuesdays & Thursdays || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $410 / mo.
5-DAY: Monday - Friday || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $645 / mo.
​** Before and After Care options are also available!
THREEs CLASS
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Available to children 4 years of age by September 1st OR -- *Waiver for Early Entrance* -- Early entrance for 4 year olds is offered on a limited basis. In order to be considered, children must turn 4 between Sept. 1st and Oct. 15th of the school year and pass an assessment process.
​Select from two options:
3-DAY: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $465 / mo.
5-DAY: Monday - Friday || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM || $645 / mo.
​** Before and After Care options are also available!
FOURs CLASS
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Available to children 5 years of age by September 1 -- OR -- early entrance waivers are considered for students who turn 5 between November 1st and November 15th.
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5-DAY: Monday - Friday || 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM || $750 / mo.
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​** Before and After Care options are also available!
KINDERGARTEN /
TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARGARTEN (TK)
AFTER CARE
Available to all children, ages 2 - 5. We offer several options to suit your family's needs.
TWO-DAY OPTIONS:
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PARTIAL A: Tuesdays & Thursdays || 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM || $160 / mo.
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PARTIAL B: Tuesdays & Thursdays || 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $75 / mo.
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FULL: Tuesdays & Thursdays || 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $235 / mo.
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THREE-DAY OPTIONS:
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PARTIAL A: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday || 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM || $240 / mo.
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PARTIAL B: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday || 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $110 / mo.
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FULL: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday || 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $350 / mo.
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FIVE-DAY OPTIONS:
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PARTIAL A: Monday - Friday || 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM || $400 / mo. **​
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PARTIAL B: Monday - Friday || 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $175 / mo.
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FULL: Monday - Friday || 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM || $575 / mo.
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** K/TK students who choose the 5-DAY After Care option pay $350 / mo. for the PARTIAL A option. This option runs from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM for K/TK students. The FULL extended day option would be $525 for K/TK students (2p - 6p).
Additional Information
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REGISTRATION TIPS & REMINDERS:
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For those enrolling multiple children, you are asked to use the discount code: SIBLING25 on your registration. This will provide you with a 10% discount.
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For those registering for the 5-Day 2's Class: FIRST, register for the 2-day as usual. NEXT, register again for the 3-day class. Use discount code FIVEDAYTWOS on the SECOND registration to receive 10% off the cost of the combined total as well as to waive the second registration fee.
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You will complete the online registration and be given an estimated bill. Our director will review your submission and send you an approval email with your exact cost, ensuring that your child is in the right age level class, appropriate discounts have been applied, and your selections match our availability. Even with this online feature, we welcome conversation at any time. Any questions can be directed to our director, Andy Doerrman, at preschool.director@eumc-md.org or 301-977-3412.
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ANNUAL FEES:
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Please remember enrollment for the following year requires May 2026 tuition payment and the registration fee. They are 100% non-refundable. You can pay via check or online. The registration and activity fee are only paid one time per year per student:
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$95 registration fee and + $95 activity fee for 2-3-4 year old classes and
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$95 registration fee and + $110 activity fee for Transitional Kindergarten
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​The activity fee is one time and will be published in July to be paid in August. Children will participate in a variety of programs that are both entertaining and educational. The fee helps to offset the costs of these programs. It is calculated over the summer and is due with September tuition by August 1st.
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TUITION PAYMENTS:
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September tuition and the annual activity fee are due August 1st. October – April tuition is due the 1st of each month. Parents are responsible for submitting tuition by the due date. Tuition paid after the 5th of the month will be assessed a late fee of $10.​
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TOURS:
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We encourage tours and in-person visits. Please come, see us. You will love the opportunity to watch teachers and classes in action. Please call our office to schedule a tour. We are located at 9008 Rosemont Drive Gaithersburg MD 20877. Tours are best between 9-1pm M-F but we can accommodate outside requests.
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ANNUAL CALENDAR:
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An annual calendar is published and distributed in the Parent Handbook. Preschool classes are in session from Labor Day through Memorial Day. Transitional Kindergarten begins in late August or early September and ends at the end of May, based on the MSDE-required days of instruction.
