Webster Hills UMC Preschool offers quality early childhood education for students ages six months to five years. We are a small preschool with a big heart, serving families in the Webster Groves area since 1961.

Enrollment is open for the fall of 2026!

Contact Preschool Director Leslie Hedenberg at whpreschool@websterhillsumc.org with any questions or to schedule a tour.

What makes Webster Hills 
Preschool so special?

Our teachers love working with young children and it shows.

We form strong relationships with our students and their families. Parent testimonials include statements like, “I felt like I was dropping my child off with family.” and  “The teachers are kind, creative & intentional.  It’s clear they truly care about each child and love what they do.” 

We believe that learning should be fun!

Young children learn best through exploration and play. 

We value family involvement and strive to make our school a supportive community for the entire family. 

We believe that small class sizes and a minimum of two teachers in each classroom allow us to best meet the needs of our students. 

We value our connection to Webster Hills United Methodist Church. 

Testimonials

What do our parents say about Webster Hills Preschool?

  • "It's everything you dream a preschool should be."

  • "Webster Hills Preschool continues to set the bar high for fostering a love of learning and guiding our babies as their own. It is a magical place and my child will always be proud and nostalgic for his years there!”

  • "The teachers are incredible: so loving, nurturing and take the time getting to know our kids as individuals. They truly create a warm, loving and safe environment where both of my children have looked forward to coming to each day. What makes this preschool so unique is the community of families. The parents are engaged, supportive and genuinely invested in creating a positive place for our kids to learn. I would recommend Webster Hills UMC Preschool over and over again!!”

  • “This preschool is amazing. High quality in every way. You’re going to get awesome teachers that are patient and kind, that get to know your kids. The kiddos come home learning new skills (like writing and scissor cutting) and making friends. . .The whole experience was the most precious and wonderful thing.”

  • "This preschool is the most special, magical place ever. ... Every teacher, every staff member, every parent, every kid.... [he] made the best of friends here. I made the best of friends here! I am just forever grateful for this place.”

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