Children's Day Out
What is CDO?
Children’s Day Out (CDO) offers flexible, part-time care for children from infancy through five years of age in a nurturing Christian environment. Our experienced staff—many with over 20 years in early childhood care—provide high-quality care in a warm, non-daycare setting. Through open play, peer-to-peer socialization, and meaningful, age-appropriate activities, children are encouraged to learn and grow with trusted caregivers guiding them every step of the way.
As part of our umbrella organization, Kirkwood United Methodist Children’s Center, CDO is able to offer not only standalone childcare, but also complementary care to your preschool schedule, early drop off opportunities for children ages 2 ½ through Pre-K, or “on demand” care as necessary through our drop in and reservation options.
The flexible nature of CDO makes our program a good fit for many families with differing needs – we look forward to learning how we can serve you and your children.
Classrooms
Tadpole (ages 6 weeks-18 months)
We offer 4 spaces for limited enrollments, 2 spaces for advance reservations, and one drop-in space for the Tadpole Room. The drop-in space is available each morning at the time of opening.
There are five time slots:
- 9:00am-11:30am
- 9:00am-12:30pm
- 11:30am-3:00pm
- 12:30pm-3:00pm
- 9:00am-3:00pm (for specific days of the week)
There is no limit on visits per week for Tadpoles.
Combined Pollywog-Frogling (ages 18 months to 3 years old)
We offer 12 spaces for limited enrollments, 3 spaces for advance reservations, and one drop-in space for the Combined Pollywog-Frogling Room. The drop-in space is available each morning at the time of opening.
There are five time slots:
- 9:00am-11:30am
- 9:00am-12:30pm
- 11:30am-3:00pm
- 12:30pm-3:00pm
- 9:00am-3:00pm (for specific days of the week)
There is a maximum of two visits per week for Pollywogs and Froglings.
Frogs (ages 2.5 years to PreK)
We offer 11 spaces for limited enrollments, two spaces for advance reservations, and one drop-in space for the Frog Room. The drop-in space is available each morning at the time of opening.
There are five time slots:
- 9:00am-11:30am
- 9:00am-12:30pm
- 11:30am-3:00pm
- 12:30pm-3:00pm
- 9:00am-3:00pm (for specific days of the week)
There is a maximum of three visits per week for Frogs.
Enrolled spots are limited for each age. When these are filled, families may make reservations or secure a drop-in spot on a specific day.
Enrollment & Ways to Attend
Children’s Day Out has a capacity for 38 children at any given time divided into 3 separate age groups. Enrolled spots are limited for each age. When these are filled, families may make reservations or secure a drop-in spot on a specific day.
Enrollment in CDO guarantees your spot for attendance each week for the days and times chosen for your child(ren).
Enrollment in CDO is for a minimum of 2 ½ hours/visit with arrival times beginning at 9:00 am, 11:30 am, or 12:30 pm. Pick up times are 11:30, 12:30, and 3pm Monday-Thursday (12:30 is last pickup on Fridays)
Since our program is not a full-time daycare, we have limited enrollment as follows:
Tadpoles – no limit on visits per week
Pollywog / Frogling Unit – 2 visits per week
Frog Room – 3 visits per week
Changes to your child’s enrollment can be made with two-week’s notice, and refunds will be provided for paid days beyond this notice.
Reservations
If your family is unable to register for an enrollment spot, or does not have consistent childcare needs, our reservation system allows you to register for as needed childcare up to 2 weeks in advance of the date of attendance. This flexible option allows parents to send their children to CDO just one time, or multiple times throughout the year without the requirement of a consistent schedule.
Reservations are not a continuing enrollment, but do require registration with our program including paperwork and access to our billing platform.
All reservations must be a minimum of 2 ½ hours/visit with arrival times beginning at 9:00 am, 11:30 am, or 12:30 pm. Pick up times are 11:30, 12:30, and 3pm Monday-Thursday (12:30 is last pickup on Fridays)
How do you make a reservation?
Reservations open 2-weeks to the date in advance of your day of interest at 9am. To make a reservation you can stop by in person, or call us at 314-966-5223. Press 2 to reach CDO.
KUMCC Preschool parents needing CDO for any pre-approved preschool functions should reserve these CDO times as soon as the dates are known. Volunteers may make reservations with starting times of 8:45 am.
Due to the limited availability of space in each room, we may not be able to accommodate all reservation requests and recommend calling at the first available opportunity (2 weeks in advance at 9am) to make your reservation.
Please note: When KUMCC is closed, dates for taking reservations will shift to accommodate for that closure. These date changes will be communicated via email to our families.
Drop-Ins
If your family needs last minute childcare or is unable to secure a reservation for a needed date, our drop in attendance provides an additional option for securing care.
Drop in spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, with priority given to persons in the building when we open at 9:00 am. Drop in spots are limited to one drop-in space available each morning at the time of opening in the Tadpole Room, the Pollywog / Frogling Rooms and the Frog Room. The minimum Drop-In charge is for one hour.
What is the best way to utilize our drop in spot?
Parents should feel free to call us the day before to see if the drop in spot is still available as sometimes this must be utilized for staff member’s children who have been called in to cover for other staff. While we can never guarantee the drop in spot the day before, we can alert you if we know that it is unavailable, or if other families have inquired about that specific date.
If the drop in spot is available, families should arrive early to claim the drop in spot (since this is first come first serve, the first person requesting the drop in spot in line will receive it). Our staff can then confirm the availability of the drop in spot and potential length of visit available for your kiddo on that day.
Early Drop Off
KUMCC Preschool, in cooperation with Children’s Day Out, is opening their Early Morning Drop-Off to CDO attendees ages 2 1⁄2 through Pre-K.
Drop-Off begins at 8:00 am and your child will be brought to CDO at the 9:00 am opening. The cost is $8.00/hour and attendance is by enrollment only.
Please call KUMCC at 314-966-5223 to enroll.
Summer CDO Programs
Children’s Day Out offers two, 3-week (Tuesday-Thursday) sessions each summer. Attendance for CDO’s summer program is by enrollment only.
Families can enroll for 1 or 2 sessions, and up to 3 days/session.
Register for CDO
All registration for CDO occurs online unless we are past the registration date. Enrollment is taken on a first come first serve basis.
Registration for CDO’s Summer program begins on March 10th, 2026 at 7am.
Registration for the 2026-2027 Program Year begins for RETURNING families on March 31, 2026 at 7am and NEW families can begin registering on April 2nd at 7am. CLICK HERE for the 2026/27 CDO Enrollment Brochure, which contains updated information about enrollment options, tuition, and registration dates.
Registration links will be emailed out and posted to our website.
What will the online registration process look like?
Use the first link to “Join the Queue”
Enter your name and phone number to establish your place "in line".
Fill out the second form with your requested enrollment.
Enter your children's information and your preferred enrollment session/days. Please send a follow up email if there is any confusion with the form.
Enrollment Confirmation & Fee Payment
We will contact you with your confirmed enrollment and fees due. Registration, facility, and supply fees will be due for the program year to hold your spot. For summer, fees will be requested in full.
Register for Procare
All KUMCC families must register for a Procare account.
KUMCC utilizes Procare for Billing and Communication (as well as email).
If you have been registered for CDO and are NEW to KUMCC, please register for your procare account here.
Registration Forms
The following forms should be provided on or before your first date of attendance at CDO:
- Enrollment form
- Photography/Publicity Release
- Emergency Card
- Notice of Parental Responsibility (NPR)
- Medical Authorization
- Receipt of KUMCC Handbook
The following forms MUST be returned within 30 days of your child’s first attendance:
Healthy Child form (completed by your child’s pediatrician.)
Updated Immunizations (these should also be updated each time your child receives new vaccinations.)
Tuition & Fees for 26/27 School Year
All children attending children’s day out must pay the following non-refundable fees:
Registration Fees – $75.00/family
Facility Fee per child - $20.00/child
Enrolled Students will also pay:
Supply Fee (per child) - $25.00 for the first day enrolled plus $7.50 for each additional day enrolled
Childcare fees for enrolled students: Tadpole room - $10.00/hr
Pollywog/Frogling/Frog rooms - $9.00/hr in the pollywog/frogling and frog rooms
Fees for 2nd children attending at the same time will be discounted $2/hr (tadpoles will be charged as the first child)
These fees are billed monthly through procare and are due by the 10th of each month
Childcare fees for reservations and drop ins:
All reservations and drop in are charged at rate of $10/hr
Fees for 2nd children attending at the same time will be discounted $2/hr (tadpoles will be charged as the first child)
These fees are due on each date of attendance unless other arrangements are made.
Early drop off:
KUMCC preschool will bill for early morning drop off at a rate of $8/hr at the end of each month.
Daily Sheets
The Enrollment Process
Kirkwood United Methodist Children’s Center welcomes families of any race, color, nationality and ethnic origin and ensures all rights, privileges, programs, and activities are made available to all students at the school. KUMCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational, admissions, or scholarship policies.
We are happy to welcome you to the KUMCC family!
Registration for the 2026/27 School Year opens in April. CLICK HERE for the 2026/27 CDO Enrollment Brochure, which contains updated information about enrollment options, tuition, and registration dates.
1 – Tour (optional)
Visiting the school is the best way to see if it is a good fit for your child and your family. Please call or fill out a request form to ensure availability.
2 – Register
Registration for the 2026/27 School Year opens soon! Please see the Enrollment Brochure for details. Return here to register beginning Thursday, April 2, at 7am. (Existing families will receive an email with an earlier signup date.)
3 –Procare & Registration
Download and complete the forms once you've received your child's class placement. Forms and fees should be turned in to the CDO Office to hold your child's class spot.
4 – Policies and Procedures
We ask new families to familiarize themselves with our Handbook and Volunteer policies prior to the start of the school year to ensure a smooth transition.
