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Ministries · First McKinney Church, Texas
First Baptist Learning Center | A Church Preschool at First McKinney
A place where children are known, loved, and encouraged to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically.
The Learning Center at a Glance
First Baptist Learning Center is a church preschool and ministry of First McKinney, serving children ages 18 months through Kindergarten in McKinney, Texas. Our faith based preschool program combines Bible-based learning with a play-based approach and meets Monday through Thursday, with two-, three-, and four-day options that provide flexibility for families.
18 mo – K
Ages served
Mon – Thu
2, 3 & 4-day options
Since 1994
Director Joanne Eaton
Half-day
Weekday preschool
Why Families Choose Us
Why Families Choose Our Church Preschool
Families want a preschool where their children are cared for, encouraged to learn, and surrounded by people they can trust. At First Baptist Learning Center, our Christian preschool brings Bible teaching into the everyday preschool experience, helping children learn biblical truths alongside the skills and experiences that support their development.
Experience also matters. FBLC Director Joanne Eaton has served the Learning Center since 1994, providing decades of consistent leadership and a deep understanding of children and families. Our teachers create meaningful opportunities to learn through play, relationships, hands-on experiences, and exploration.
Together, these commitments create a preschool with Bible teaching where faith, learning, relationships, and thoughtful care are part of each child’s experience.
The care and security of every child are a priority
FBLC maintains the practices below so teachers can focus on caring for children and helping them learn and grow.
- Controlled building access
- Established check-in and check-out procedures
- Staff training and background checks
- Regularly practiced emergency protocols
Our Programs
Preschool Programs & Classrooms
Our weekday preschool meets Monday through Thursday, with two-, three-, and four-day options that give families flexibility in choosing a schedule that works for them. First Baptist Learning Center serves children from 18 months through Kindergarten, with each preschool class offering learning experiences designed for that age and stage.
Throughout the preschool years, children learn through play, hands-on activities, relationships, routines, and opportunities to explore and discover. Our Kindergarten program builds on that foundation with a full Kindergarten year taught by a degreed teacher, offering purposeful learning experiences that encourage growing independence, curiosity, and confidence.
Registration
Registration for the upcoming school year opens online each January. Families are welcome to contact the Learning Center any time to schedule a tour.
Learning Through Play
Learning Through Play — Inside and Out
FBLC’s curriculum is Bible-based and designed around how young children learn best: through activity, choice, movement, conversation, creativity, and hands-on experiences. Monthly themes guide learning stations, stories, music, art, and other creative learning opportunities, while Lifeway’s Levels of Biblical Learning helps teachers introduce age-appropriate Bible stories and biblical truths.
Children are given opportunities to make choices, explore their interests, express their own ideas, and learn through experience rather than simply listening. Learning also extends outdoors, where the outdoor classroom provides space to explore nature, move, make discoveries, and interact with the world around them. This approach to Christian early childhood education encourages children to experience the joy of learning while developing at their own pace.
Kindergarten Ready
Ready for Kindergarten & Beyond
Kindergarten readiness develops throughout a child’s time at First Baptist Learning Center. Teachers plan age-appropriate learning experiences using established Texas early learning and Prekindergarten guidelines, helping children build skills, independence, classroom experience, and positive relationships as they progress through the program.
In Kindergarten, a degreed teacher uses the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) to guide instruction and help children build the academic and classroom foundation for first grade. As an early learning center, FBLC combines these educational standards with a Bible-based approach that considers the development of the whole child.
Our Team
Caring Teachers, Strong Relationships
Director Joanne Eaton has served the First Baptist Learning Center since 1994, bringing decades of experience to the families of FBLC. Alongside Assistant Director Naomi Tamez, Joanne leads a team of preschool teachers committed to caring for children, supporting families, and creating meaningful learning experiences in a Christian environment.
Strong relationships with families are an important part of that care. Daily communication between teachers and families helps parents stay connected to their child’s preschool experience, while a monthly newsletter provides schoolwide information and text messages share important updates and emergency communication. From the classroom to the front office, our team wants parents to feel informed, connected, and confident about their child’s care and learning.
Enrollment
Schedule a Tour & Enroll Today
Choosing a preschool is an important decision, and we would love to help you get to know First Baptist Learning Center. Schedule a tour to see our learning environment, learn more about our programs and curriculum, and ask questions about schedules, tuition, registration, or your child’s experience at FBLC.
Ready to visit? Call the FBLC office and ask for Tammy to schedule your tour, or explore our current registration information online. And if you’re looking for a church for your family, you’re always welcome to learn more about Kids at First McKinney.
Take a tour
See the classrooms, meet the teachers, and ask the office anything — tuition included.
Register online
Registration opens online each January; forms, dates, and deadlines are posted there.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Enrollment
First Baptist Learning Center serves children ages 18 months through Kindergarten, with age-appropriate preschool classes and a full Kindergarten program taught by a degreed teacher, all within one learning center.
Families are welcome to contact First Baptist Learning Center at any time to schedule a tour. Registration opens online each January, and enrollment forms are available online. Contact the Learning Center with questions or for help getting started.
First Baptist Learning Center meets Monday through Thursday, with two-, three-, and four-day options so families can choose the schedule that works best for them.
Yes. First Baptist Learning Center is a faith based preschool and ministry of First McKinney Baptist Church, where age-appropriate Bible stories, songs, and biblical truths are part of children's everyday learning.
FBLC uses a developmentally appropriate, Bible-based preschool curriculum guided by Lifeway’s Levels of Biblical Learning and Texas early learning and Prekindergarten guidelines. Teachers plan hands-on, activity-based experiences that encourage children to make choices, explore, create, move, and learn through play.
Yes. Kindergarten readiness develops throughout the preschool years through early literacy and math, classroom routines, social skills, and growing independence. FBLC also offers a full Kindergarten program taught by a degreed teacher.
Registration for the upcoming school year typically opens online in January. Families are welcome to contact First Baptist Learning Center at any time to schedule a tour, and current registration forms, dates, and deadlines are available online.
Yes. Call the FBLC office and ask for Tammy to schedule a tour. We would be glad to show you around, answer your questions, and help you learn more about First Baptist Learning Center.
No. You do not need to attend First McKinney to enroll. FBLC welcomes families from throughout the community.
At a Christian preschool, faith is part of what children learn each day. At FBLC, Lifeway's Levels of Biblical Learning helps teachers introduce age-appropriate Bible stories and biblical truths through stories, songs, conversations, and activities. For families comparing christian daycare options, FBLC is a half-day weekday preschool, not full-day childcare.
Come See For Yourself
Schedule a Tour of First Baptist Learning Center
Call the FBLC office and ask for Tammy to schedule your tour, explore our current registration information online, or reach out with any question at all. We would love to meet your family.
