The Children’s Center offers a variety of learning opportunities for the children of the community. Each classroom is structured with a daily routine that includes Circle Time, Centers—including Art activities, Music, Literacy Activities, Science, Character Developments, Fine and Gross Motor Activities, and Outside playtime.

We use Creative Curriculum and Thematic Units that include but are not limited to: “All About Me,” Transportation, Community Helpers, Nutrition, Manners, Farm Life, Dr. Seuss, and many more. All daily activities are designed around each unit.

The Children’s Center instills the moral values taught through scripture and the will of our Lord. Chapel is a weekly event in which all children above the age of one are given the opportunity to learn the word and what He means to everyone. Our teachers also incorporate Bible stories and songs into classroom activities and routines.

Our Preschool Program serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age.

Mission Statement

The Children’s Center is a ministry of Cokesbury United Methodist Church with the purpose of providing quality care and early education in a safe and supportive Christian environment where your children are able to grow in body, mind, and spirit. We provide your children with the opportunity to be independent thinkers and lifelong learners through Christian principles and teacher-guided activities.

In 1967, Cokesbury United Methodist Church started a single kindergarten class. During the first few years, the kindergarten class offered an opportunity for students from Pensacola Junior College to gain practical application experience. As the need grew for child care in the community of Northwest Pensacola, Cokesbury decided to offer complete child care.

In 1972, the kindergarten class expanded into the new building behind the church, officially opening its doors as Cokesbury Methodist Children’s Center, accepting infants through 5-year -olds.

Today, the Cokesbury Children’s Center serves 100 children and employs over 30 people with a firm commitment to the children. Cokesbury now has several teachers that have been serving for over 10 years.

Cokesbury Children’s Center is proud to serve Pensacola's families and continue to do so with a heart for Christ.