Our Mission

To offer a high-quality child program enabling children to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually to their full potential

Quick Facts

• State of Louisiana Licensed Type 1 Early Learning Center
• Qualified Staff Who Meet and Exceed State Requirements (State background checks are maintained for all adults involved in this ministry, and safety & security measures are followed. Teachers receive 12 hours of continuing education each year.)
• Balanced Program of Language Development and Cognitive Reasoning
• Age-Appropriate Curriculum
• Church Gym for Indoor Activities
• Newly-Updated Outside Playground that is Safe and Secure
• Weekly Chapel Time with Pastor of First United Methodist Church
• Classroom Learning Centers
• Organized Environment that Balances Rest & Activity, Small & Large Group Activity, and Teacher Instruction with Child Choice
• Faith Based Curriculum -- Pinnacle / Childcare Education Institute
• Appropriate Field Trips that Enhance Learning
• Full-time care (5 days a week) and Part-time care (3 days a week or 2 days a week) options available 
• Year-Round Program
• After-School Program
• Two Healthy Snacks a Day
• A Ministry of First United Methodist Church of DeRidder (the MCLC is governed by a Board of Directors that is ultimately amenable to the Church Council. Day-to-Day operations are under the administration of the director of the MCLC.)

Times & Contact Info

Hours of Operation: 6:30AM - 5:30PM, Monday-Friday     Phone:  337.463.3750