Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Preschool in Redondo Beach with Parent Participation
Founded in 1974, Riviera United Methodist Preschool (R.U.M.P.) has established itself as a trusted developmental preschool dedicated to fostering early childhood education through play-based learning. Our parent participation model actively involves families in their child's educational journey, creating a collaborative environment where children aged 3 to 5 thrive socially, mentally, and physically. With a curriculum designed to nurture individual growth, we offer structured activities in art, science, music, and pre-academic skills, all while maintaining a low child-to-adult ratio to ensure personalized attention. Licensed by the State of California, our program emphasizes kindergarten readiness and provides free nursery care for younger siblings on parent workdays. Our team of experienced educators, including Director/Teacher Ms. Michelle Voeller, brings decades of expertise in early childhood development, ensuring a supportive and challenging environment that aligns with our philosophy of learning through play.The benefits of our program extend beyond the classroom, fostering lifelong friendships among families and creating a close-knit community centered on education and mutual support. Through monthly parent meetings, family work hours, and fundraising activities, we cultivate a shared commitment to maintaining an affordable, high-quality preschool experience. Our facility features dedicated spaces for creative play, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning, reflecting our dedication to holistic child development. With over four decades of service, we remain committed to providing a foundation for lifelong learning while empowering parents as active participants in their child's early education.
Services
Developmental Preschool
Parent Participation Program
Pre-K Program
Nursery for Siblings
Outdoor Play Activities
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in developmental preschool education.
- Our parent participation model fosters direct involvement in early education.
- We maintain a low child-to-adult ratio for personalized attention.
- Our program includes free nursery care for younger siblings on workdays.
- We are licensed by the State of California with experienced educators.
What people say
Loving and creative place
Thriving in the program
Patient and encouraging teachers
Community of families
Well-prepared for kindergarten
Services
Developmental Preschool Program
Our developmental preschool program focuses on learning through play, offering structured activities in art, science, music, and pre-academic skills for children aged 3-5. With a low child-to-adult ratio, we nurture individual growth while preparing children for kindergarten. Our curriculum emphasizes social, mental, and physical development through hands-on exploration and collaborative play.
Parent Participation Program
The parent participation program actively involves families in their child's education, with parents working in the classroom 2-3 days monthly. This model fosters direct engagement in learning activities while building a supportive community. Parents also benefit from educational exchanges with teachers and other families, enhancing their understanding of early childhood development.
Pre-K Program
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten with activities focusing on classroom skills, letter and number recognition, and social development. Held Mondays from 9:30am-12pm, it includes structured lessons on listening, following directions, and academic fundamentals. Children practice critical thinking, creativity, and work habits essential for school success.
Nursery for Siblings
We provide free nursery care for younger siblings on parent workdays, accommodating up to five children with two supervising parents. This service allows working parents to focus on classroom activities while ensuring their infants receive attentive care. The nursery is staffed by rotating parent volunteers as part of our community-based approach.
Outdoor Play Activities
Outdoor play activities feature extensive play structures, tricycles, sandbox areas, and water play stations to support physical development. Children engage in imaginative play while building motor skills through supervised exploration. Our outdoor space encourages social interaction and sensory experiences that complement classroom learning through active play.
People
Michelle Voeller
Director/Teacher
With extensive experience in early childhood education, Ms. Voeller directs and teaches at R.U.M.P., emphasizing individualized learning through play. She holds degrees in Early Childhood Education and Special Education, meeting all Title 22 requirements.
Denielle Voeller
Teacher
A preschool teacher for seven years, Ms. Denielle Voeller focuses on interactive learning and outdoor activities. She holds a BA in Psychology with Education minor from UC Irvine and is a certified Pilates instructor.
Questions
What is a parent participation preschool?
A parent participation preschool involves parents working in the classroom alongside their children, fostering direct engagement in education while building a supportive community.
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 3 to 5 years old, with a separate nursery available for younger siblings during parent workdays.
What does the Pre-K program include?
Our Pre-K program focuses on kindergarten readiness with structured lessons on classroom skills, letter and number recognition, and social development held Mondays from 9:30am-12pm.
Are there additional fees beyond tuition?
No additional fees are required beyond monthly tuition, which includes all activities. Optional fundraising participation helps maintain low tuition rates.
What are your operating hours?
Our preschool operates Tuesday through Thursday from 9:30am-12:00pm, with Pre-K sessions on Mondays during the same hours.
Reviews (3)
Elisabeth Kanyer
Sep 16, 2019
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It is a true blessing to find this calm, sweet, lovely church. The people are warm and the message is beautiful. Thank you Pastor Amy and team!
Julie Hirtzel
Aug 06, 2018
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I havent been to the church. This review is for the architecture. Its outstanding. A rare beauty.
April Bucknell
Jun 09, 2018
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Riviera is a welcoming church with a fantastic music program. My family chose Riviera because the congregation was so open to young families participating in worship. Pastor Amy's sermons make you think but lift you up for the week ahead. I look forward to church every week because of the uplifting service but also because the church is one big family, and everyone is loved and cared for.
