Each Sunday from September through May we offer the following Nursery and Preschool programs during our services. For June through August click Summer Program on the left-side navigation.

The Early Childhood Coordinator oversees our Nursery, Pre-K, and church-wide childcare programs. For more information, contact Melissa Blazen, 254-6001 Ext. 210 or UUCAChildcare@UUAsheville.org.

Sept. 11, 2011-May 27, 2012 Schedule

Nursery and Preschool hours:
9:15-10:30 AM

11:15 AM-12:30 PM

June 3, 2012-Sept. 2, 2012 Schedule

Nursery and Preschool hours:
10:15-11:30 AM

Children may be dropped off up to 15 minutes before each session begins (exceptions made for teachers/volunteers who must arrive earlier), and must be picked up no later than listed ending times, which include 15 minutes of post-service Social Hour time for parents.

Unitots (Age 0-2)
We welcome and support families with young children by offering a warm and nurturing nursery atmosphere. The nursery involves play, storytelling, an age appropriate snack, and music led by fabulous, trained, paid care providers.

Nursery Guidelines:

• Parents are responsible for bringing diapers and wipes for their child(ren).
• Parents should bring a sippie cup for child(ren) old enough to receive water with their snack. These cups should be clearly labeled with the child’s name.
• Bottles should be labeled and ready to serve.
• A simple snack such as Cheerios or Goldfish will be served. Please inform us if your child has any food allergies.
• Parents should complete a registration card for each child.
• Parents should use the safety tag system.
• Children should be picked up promptly after the service.

Chalice Children (Age 3-5)
Preschool growth and learning set the stage for a child’s future experience within the Unitarian Universalist community. In this class, they begin to learn about spiritual and social growth, creativity and connection to our congregation and the natural world. We have two paid, well-trained staff who prepare themed lessons for the children which include a sharing circle, story and art activity. This class also allows plenty of room for free play and creative adaptation to promote a healthy learning environment.

Nursery Ratio/Closing Policy

The ratio of adults to infants (birth-walking) 1 to 3

The ratio of adults to toddlers (walking to 3yrs) 1 to 3 

To ensure the safety of all children, we must comply with this ratio at all times. In the event of a last-minute staff cancellation, we must ask parents to stay and volunteer. If parents do not volunteer to stay, we will close the nursery once the ratio of adults to children has been met. This is only in case of emergencies.

Pre-K classroom Ratio/Closing Policy 

The ratio of adults to children (3-5yrs old) 2-15 

Due to safety issues at this age, there must be two adults in the room at all times. In the event of a last-minute staff cancellation, we will ask parents to stay and volunteer in the classroom. We ask that parents remain with their children in the classroom until a parent volunteer is located. If parents do not volunteer to stay, we will ask them to take their child to the service. This is only in case of emergencies.