Welcome to St. Matthew's Weekday School (WDS)!
Preschool in Annandale Virginia
We provide a nurturing environment for children aged 18 months to twelve, focusing on school preparedness, social and emotional intelligence, and Christian faith enrichment. Our nurturing team and engaging curriculum ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive.
Discover Our Programs
Toddler Program
Join us for a nurturing and stimulating environment where children aged 18 months to three years can explore, learn, and thrive.
Preschool Program
Experience a play-based approach to learning for children aged three to five years, fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills.
School Age Program
Explore enriching activities and opportunities for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, complementing and enhancing their learning experiences.
Summer Camp
Our programs are curated for two different age groups, so every lesson offers the appropriate level of engagement for your little ones.
Grandparents' Day Luncheon
We're gearing up to honor the grandparents in our community with a special Grandparents' Day Luncheon. This special occasion is the perfect opportunity for grandparents to join their grandchildren for lunch and experience the joys of school life at St. Matthew's Weekday School. Mark your calendars for September 9th or 10th from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Pack your favorite lunch and get ready for a joy-filled celebration.
WELCOME FROM THE PASTOR
Welcome to St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church Weekday School. We are thrilled that you have chosen our school and entrusted your children to our care and we promise to help your child have a wonderful preschool experience and grow as a whole person. The St. Matthew’s Church family is committed to being a welcoming community that nurtures and serves all of God’s children and we offer the highest quality programs for children of all ages. We invite you and your family to attend any of our church services or activities, including worship, Sunday School, faith formation, music ministry, and mission projects. Information about these programs, and more, is available at www.stmatthewsumc.org. Feel free to contact me or any member of our church staff if there is anything we can do support you and your family on your life’s journey.
Mike Plasters
Senior Pastor
WELCOME FROM THE DIRECTOR
Welcome to St. Matthew’s Weekday School. It is my pleasure to welcome you to our preschool family and we look forward to partnering with you in the early stages of your child’s development. Preschool is an exciting time filled with memorable moments and exploration. The WDS provides a quality, developmentally appropriate learning environment for each child. We are committed to providing dedicated, trained, qualified staff members who bring years of experience and education to the classroom. Each day will be filled with fun and exciting opportunities to help your child develop spiritually, cognitively, socially, and emotionally. We look forward to all that God will do this year as we work together in building a foundation for your child’s future.
Shirley Smith
WDS Director
Join the WDS Family
We warmly invite you to book a tour and see how your child can experience a journey of discovery, growth, and lifelong learning with us!