KidsThrive Preschool

KidsThrive Preschool at Trinity UMC is a five-star early education facility recognized by local educators as one of the highest quality childcare centers in the Paducah area. In just three years, we grew from empty classrooms to a thriving program serving infants through Pre-K. We're proud to serve our community by making excellent early childhood education accessible, nurturing, and rooted in the love of Christ.

Our Mission

KidsThrive exists to transform lives, academically, socially, and spiritually. We operate under a mission of community outreach, welcoming families who need quality early childcare while building a foundation of faith, safety, and academic excellence. Our program follows all standards set by the Kentucky Governor's Office of Early Childhood Education.

Our Philosophy

Children learn more in their earliest years than at any other time in life. At KidsThrive, we recognize that every child is unique and that learning looks different for each one. Our program is child-centered and developmentally appropriate, offering individual, small group, and whole group instruction alongside guided play and creative exploration.

We provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Above all, we want every child to know they are loved by God and to leave KidsThrive with confidence, curiosity, and a heart for serving others.

Enrollment & Eligibility

We serve infants as young as 6 weeks through children up to 5 years of age.

A 3-year-old preschool requires children to be fully potty-trained.
We partner with parents of 2-year-olds in the potty-training process.
Early enrollment opens February 1 for current families and church members.
Public enrollment opens March 1.
A $75 registration fee holds your spot for the fall.
Back-to-School packets are emailed in July, with details due at Parent Meet & Mingle Night in August.