Partner Spotlight: United Methodist Community House (UMCH) Child Development Center

What programs do you offer for young children and their families?

Early Childhood Education programming for children birth to kindergarten entry. We provide private pay and subsidized slots in every classroom through partnerships with Early Head Start, Grand Rapids South East Promise Neighborhood, Great Start to Quality (GSRP), and MiLEAP.

How do families enroll in your programs?

Contacting our program by calling or emailing our account specialist at mlee@umchousegr.org.

How does your organization use parent voice to inform your programs?

We encourage families to participate in our Parents as Partners advisory group, Early Head Start parent meetings and Policy Council meetings, surveys, and family engagement events.

What do you most appreciate about your GSC membership?

We deeply value our partnership with the Great Start Collaborative. Their commitment to strengthening early childhood programs across Michigan has provided us with invaluable resources, guidance, and encouragement. What we appreciate most is how the Great Start to Quality helps us continually reflect on our practices and grow, ensuring that children and families in our community receive the highest quality care and education possible.