Childhood Matters
Young children need time to play, wonder, move, create, make mistakes, and try again.
About Glenview Methodist Preschool
A play-based preschool rooted in Glenview since 1965 — growing and evolving right alongside the families we serve.
Our Story
Rooted in Glenview Since 1965
GMPS has been part of the Glenview community since 1965, when it was founded by Glenview United Methodist Church. While our school is housed at the church and enjoys a long-standing relationship with it, GMPS operates independently as a non-denominational preschool.
More than 60 years later, our commitment to young children remains the same — while our classrooms, curriculum, outdoor learning, safety practices, and programs continue to evolve.
More than 60 years of experience — and a preschool designed for how young children learn today.
Families
Generations of GMPS Families
One of the things we treasure about our long history is seeing former GMPS students return years later with children of their own.
We’re proud to welcome second-generation GMPS families back to a place that meant something to them — and just as happy to welcome families discovering GMPS for the very first time.
Some families return to GMPS. Others are just beginning their story here.
Community
A Community for Families, Too
GMPS is a community for parents as well as children. Family events, parent socials, volunteering, classroom celebrations, fundraising, and Board service give families many ways to get involved — but participation is always welcomed, never required.
Many of the friendships that begin at preschool extend well beyond the classroom.
Children build friendships here. Parents often do, too.
Philosophy
What We Believe
Learning Is Intentional
Our teachers combine purposeful play with thoughtful curriculum and developmentally appropriate teaching.
Relationships Come First
Children learn best when they feel known, safe, valued, and connected to the adults and children around them.
Growth
A Preschool That Keeps Growing
We are proud of our history, but we do not rely on our history alone.
We continue to ask what young children and families need today. Over the years, GMPS has expanded programs, strengthened curriculum, invested in our outdoor campus and school safety, and created more ways for children and families to be part of our community.
The goal is not to change what makes GMPS feel like GMPS. It is to keep making that experience stronger.
GMPS Today
Independent & Non-Denominational
GMPS operates independently while maintaining a long-standing relationship with Glenview United Methodist Church.
Licensed by DCFS
GMPS is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
Connected to the Community
GMPS participates in the Alliance for Early Childhood, connecting families with community resources, programs, and parent education.
GMPS is governed by a parent Board of Directors that works with the Director and teaching staff to support the school’s mission and long-term health.
Still Growing. Still GMPS.
Since 1965, generations of children have come through our doors to play, learn, make friends, and discover what it feels like to belong at school.
The programs and spaces have grown, but the heart of GMPS remains the same: experienced teachers, strong relationships, purposeful play, and a community that values childhood.
