Munsey Kindergarten

Education Category: Tennessee Education

🌟 Key Highlights: Munsey Kindergarten

 

Munsey Kindergarten (often referred to as Munsey Preschool & Kindergarten) is a private, co-educational Kindergarten and early childhood program in Johnson City, Tennessee. Operating as a ministry of Munsey Memorial United Methodist Church, it is committed to providing a high-quality, accredited early childhood education that encourages development through play, creative learning, and hands-on experiences in a loving Christian environment.

🏫 Overview

 

  • Type: Private / Parochial United Methodist School (Ministry of Munsey Memorial UMC)

  • Location: Johnson City, Tennessee (Washington County)

  • Grades Served: Pre-Kindergarten (PK) – Kindergarten (K)

  • Enrollment: Approximately 60–120 students across all early childhood programs.

  • Core Mission: To offer a high-quality, Christian-based program that encourages young children to develop spiritually, mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically through play and hands-on experiences.

  • Affiliation: United Methodist Church (UMC); Ministry of Munsey Memorial UMC.

  • Accreditation: Operates a State Accredited Kindergarten and is licensed as a Child Care Center by the State of Tennessee.

  • Focus: Dedicated early childhood education, with a strong focus on the foundational Kindergarten year, emphasizing readiness for the mainstream elementary school environment.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

 

Munsey Kindergarten is distinguished by its half-day accredited program, strong church resources, and faith-integrated curriculum:

  • Half-Day State-Accredited Kindergarten: Offers a unique half-day (typically 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM), five-day-a-week Kindergarten program that is officially State Accredited. This allows parents a flexible option while ensuring a robust academic foundation.

  • Christ-Centered Environment: The program is housed within Munsey Memorial UMC and operates in a loving Christian environment. Instruction includes daily Christian principles and weekly attendance at an inter-denominational Chapel devotion.

  • Play-Based & Hands-on Learning: The educational methodology emphasizes a balanced approach, encouraging children to develop through play, creative learning, and hands-on experiences, fostering growth in all developmental domains.

  • Academic Readiness: The Kindergarten curriculum is specifically designed to prepare students for mainstream first grade, with reports noting successful academic transitioning for its graduates.

  • Comprehensive Enrichment: Provides dedicated enrichment in Music and Art. The daily music program includes folk dance, musical games, movement, and simple instrument playing. The program also features an Annual Children’s Art Exhibit.

  • Flexible Care Options: Offers flexibility with various Preschool schedules (2, 3, or 5 days), as well as Early Care (starting at 7:30 AM) and Extended Care (available until 5:30 PM) for families needing full-day coverage.

  • Experienced Staff: Benefits from long-tenured Kindergarten teachers who are reportedly dedicated and highly effective, especially with students who may have mild special needs (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder).

📞 Contact Information

 

Detail Information
Address 201 E Market St, Johnson City, TN 37601
School Office Phone (423) 283-6916
Website munsey.org/preschool (Associated with the Church’s Ministries website)

Recess Policies

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Technology / Device Use

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Behavior

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  1. Does the school have a behavior/discipline matrix that lists the behaviors and the appropriate consequences? Could you please include your school’s behavior/discipline matrix?

A school can have discipline/behavior policies, but these policies can be broad. It can be difficult to understand the actual consequences and what actually occurs at school. This section displays the concrete consequences that occur for various behaviors based on teacher feedback. If you are/were a teacher, please email me (Mark Yager) at myager890@gmail.com to give your input. You will remain anonymous when you provide your input.

 

Explanation of discipline at the school (Summarized based on teachers' input):

 

Type of Behavior Typical Consequence / School Response
Tardiness / Late to Class  
Dress Code Violation  
Failure to Follow Directions / Classroom Rules  
Disruption in Class (talking out, off-task behavior, etc.)  
Incomplete Homework or Repeated Lack of Effort  
Possession or Misuse of Cell Phone / Electronic Device  
Disrespect to Teacher / Staff  
Use of Inappropriate or Profane Language  
Dishonesty / Cheating / Academic Misconduct  
Minor Property Misuse or Damage  
Bullying / Teasing / Harassment (Verbal or Online)  
Defiance / Refusal to Comply with Staff Directives  
Leaving Class or Campus Without Permission  
Physical Aggression / Fighting  
Vandalism or Major Property Damage  
Possession of Tobacco or Vaping Device  
Possession or Use of Alcohol / Drugs  
Threatening Behavior or Intimidation  
Possession of a Weapon or Dangerous Object  
Other Behavior:  
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Munsey Kindergarten in Johnson City TN

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