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
%########################## % — ALL of our programs will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25 in observation of Memorial Day. %########################## % — On Friday, June 12, the Church Education Committee will be hosting a grab and go/sit down cookout for our families and staff. %########################## % — Graduation for our Snowy Owl Pre-K class will be on Thursday, June 18. Be on the lookout for more information in the classroom newsletter and on our brightwheel feed. %########################## % — ALL of our programs will be CLOSED on Friday, June 19 in observation of Juneteenth. %########################### % — General Public Registration for Fall 2026 began in March-April. A few preschool spots are available. Contact us at 207-605-5576 for more information. %########################### % — Looking for a few more weeks of care this summer? Our Summer Day Camp still has some openings. Please refer to our Summer Day Camp page for more details and the registration link. Week 8 is now FULL. %########################## % — ALL of our programs will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3 in observation of Independence Day. %###########################
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)
