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August 2023 by Jeanne P.
We researched/toured a quite a few preschools in Riverside (including looking into accreditation + licensing) for our kiddos but chose FUMPS because:1 - No one talks about their kids' preschool the way FUMPS families talk about this school! The LOVE is for REAL!2 - It's community, culture, & passion for child development is a gift that stays with it's families far beyond their time at the school. 3 - The teachers & staff are all magic (seriously, there's something in the water). My daughter started mid-year due to her age & our first day on campus every single staff member greeted her BY NAME as we walked to class!4 - The schedule is M-F 9am-12pm & there is an option for 2, 3, or 5 days so families get the number of days per week they need, but it's not a full day schedule so I got the time I wanted with them as well (they also offer an option for early drop off & late pick up if needed). 5 - The classes each max out at 12-15 students with a lead teacher + an aid, so there is a ton of individualized attention6 - The kids leave confident & totally ready for PreK/Kindergarten. 7 - The campus is on the First United Methodist Church grounds so it's very private & tucked away. 8 - It's nondenominational so they are welcoming to everyone. 9 - Students are all 2yr 9mo to 4 (turning 5) years of age, so they are only exposed to other kids in their age range. 10 - The pricing is super competitive. ***Call & talk to Karen about enrolling...you'll quickly find out reasons 11-100! I recommend this school to everyone I know & love with preschool aged children. You will never regret sending your sweet babies here!
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August 2023 by Lucinda E.
Wonderful program. My grandson went from barely talking to making friends, writing his name, and kinder ready. Great staff!
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April 2023 by Rj D.
Our 3-year-old started her first year and she's been in this pre-school since she was 2 yrs and 9 months (minimum age required) and this place is nothing but great to her. She is well advanced intellectually for her age with amazing social and speaking skills; I believe this is a result for FUMPS amazing care and teaching to my daughter to develop those skills. I would highly recommend FUMPS to any parents out there who would like their children to develop intrapersonal and interpersonal skiils.
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May 2022 by Angela M.
FUMPS has been such a special, loving, happy, and fun school! The director and staff go out of their way to make it fun and memorable for the children. The school is play based, just what children need. I know my son will miss this school.
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March 2022 by Greg B.
Our whole family has such happy memories of my daughter's time here. She was in the Dancing Dinosaurs class with Mrs. Eccleston. My daughter thrived with all the outdoor playtime. Half of her time in the preschool was playing with other children outdoors, which was wonderful for her, as an only child. FUMP had lots of books, and lots of quiet time to peruse them, which she loved, and it contributed to her being an early reader with literacy skills, which stayed with her throughout her educational endeavors. She loved the puzzles and dress up too. Besides all the fun crafts, making spaghetti, making tie dyed shirts, the Halloween parade, the Christmas program, the end of the year celebration, and so much more, she learned to get along with others, and had so many joyful moments! She went on to an excellent University and also receieved a Masters Degree and got a great job. Our gratitude always and we will always remember this preschool with happiness.
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December 2017 by Tara Akers
Friendly, knowledgeable staff with extensive experience in delight directed learning styles to help the children learn the state requirements for kindergarten while expanding the child's experience in art and various life skills. Small classes of a dozen children when my child attended. Call for a tour and to be added to the waiting list.
