Our Credentials
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
First Lutheran Children’s Programs has a 5 Star Rating from Quality for ME – this is the highest rating by the state of Maine.
Qualified Staff
Our valued staff is at the heart of what has made First Lutheran Children’s Programs a high-quality childcare provider for kids ages 1-12. All of our teachers are dedicated to nurturing each child in their own unique development and providing a warm atmosphere where kids grow and learn.
The majority of our staff holds a degree in early childhood education. Preschool staff are members of the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). All staff, School Age Care and Preschool, are members of the Maine Roads to Quality: Early Care & Education Career Development Center, which promotes and supports professionalism in the early care and education field.
Contact
Sherryl Eastman, Director
Beth Rovnak, Business Manager
P: 207-605-5576 (tours & enrollment)
P: 207-797-2260 (general information)
e: flcpinfo@firstlutheranportland.org
Bulletin Board
%########################### % —Summer Day Camp Registration is now OPEN for current families, prior campers and the general public. Please refer to our Summer Day Camp page for more details. %########################### % — On Monday, March 9, we will have a half day program for children who are enrolled in SAC on Mondays. Lyseth is closing early for Parent-Teacher conferences. %########################### % — Portland Public Schools will be closed on Thursday March 19 and Friday, March 20 . FLCP will be able to offer full-day SAC care on Friday, March 20 ONLY. We will have space for 20 children on a first-come, first-served basis at a cost of $75 for the day. %########################### % — General Public Registration for Fall 2026 will begin mid-March. Be on the lookout for an email with the registration link! Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to full time (Monday thru Friday) registrations. Contact us at 207-605-5576 for more information. %##########################
Quick Links
Our Hours
Monday – Friday
7:30am – 5:30pm
(Toddler, PS and Pre-K)
7:00am – 8:45am
(before school)
3:30pm – 5:30pm
(after school)
7:00am – 5:30pm
(summer day camp)
