Early Childhood Center
Haddonfield United Methodist Early Childhood Center (HUMECC) is the combination of the Infant and Toddler and Preschool programs, and is an excellent childcare center for your family.
Whether you are a parent/guardian who needs time during the day or is looking for a Pre-K program, HUMECC is ready to help! We also offer a full day kindergarten program.
Our Mission
The purpose of the Haddonfield United Methodist Early Childhood Center (HUMECC) is to help each child develop to the fullest of their own potential in an atmosphere of love and trust, of acceptance and understanding. We provide a nurturing atmosphere, follow Christian principles, and encourage Christian values.
Our Philosophy
Through play, children discover themselves and their relationships to other people, animals, and things. Through creative activities, they stretch the imagination and stimulate their creative development. The encouragement and development of rational thinking, fair play, self reliance and individual freedom are all part of the HUMECC objectives.
HUMECC is approved by the State of New Jersey, Division of Youth and Family Services based on equipment, personnel, class routine, and sanitation and fire prevention.
The program develops around the interests of the children, using language arts, math, social studies, science, music, and art. We believe the individual child should have their curiosity aroused, horizons expanded, and experiences broadened.
All HUMECC curriculum is implemented by age appropriate activities including pre-reading and pre-math concepts, drama and music activities, fine and gross motor activities, and social relationships.
Two outdoor play areas are available to the children as well as an indoor play area to be used during inclement weather.
Programs
Infant/Toddler Classes – 1 and 2 years old
Our infant and toddler classes are designed for children who are one and two years old. We strive to promote socialization skills and prepare the children for short separations from their parents and an introduction to basic school routines. This is achieved using creative hands on experiences with a loving and nurturing staff.
Preschool – 3 to 6 years old
The Preschool is for children 3 to 6 years old, including 3 and 4 year old programs, Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten Enrichment, and Full Day Kindergarten. The program continues to develop the interests of the child using language arts, math, social studies, science, music, and art. We concentrate on developing self-confidence and mastering early learning skills. We continue towards academic preparedness and independence.
Full Day Kindergarten (FDK)
Modeled after the Haddonfield Public School kindergarten curriculum, the class has a strong focus on Fundations (which teaches reading, spelling and writing in a multi-sensory way), STEM science activities and math skills along with music, Spanish, sign language and social studies to round out the curriculum. FDK students have the benefit of being in a small class (14 max) for instruction AND interacting with other kindergarten students during lunch and recess.
Features
State licensed for over 65 years
Age-appropriate curriculum(s)
Degreed Teachers Certified in CPR and First Aid
Extended Days Available
Two Playgrounds
Large, sunny and air-conditioned rooms
Additional Programs
Extended Day Opportunities – Additional Cost
Lunch Bunch | Monday – Friday | All Ages
Bring your lunch – Pick up at 1pm
Turtle Time | Monday – Friday | 3-6 yrs
Bring your lunch – Pick up at 2:50pm
Summer Camp
Camp Sea Shell – A Summer Camp Opportunity for 1 – 6 yr olds
8 weeks (beginning June – July)
Monday – Friday | 9am-12pm
Choose 2, 3, 4, or 5 days any week
Information
We are now accepting enrollment into HUMECC!
If you’re interested in enrolling your child, please contact:
Director Jennifer Douglas at jdouglas@haddonfieldumc.org or 856-428-2155.
Get in touch.
For questions, more information, or to get in touch with HUMECC staff, please fill out the information to the right, and a staff member will respond as soon as possible.