Joyful Beginnings Preschool & JB Kids After-School

Joyful Beginnings Preschool & JB Kids After-School offers preschool for children ages 2-5 and JB Kids After-School for TK through 5th grade. Preschool hours are 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the mid-day schedule and 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for the full-day schedule. JB Kids After-School runs from 11:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Programs

• Preschool — 2-5 · Mid Day (8:30-11:30), Full Day (8:30-5:30) · $500–$2,200 per month · Now accepting applications for children ages 2-4 years old. Preschool hours: 2 years - PreK, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Tuition rates shown for 2026-2027 school year.
• JB Kids After-School — TK-5th grade · 11:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–11 years old
• Price range: $500–$2,200 per month

About the provider

Carol Carter, MS is the Center Director. The program says it believes children come with the ability and desire to learn and grow, and it encourages meaningful relationships between family, church, and community through everyday activities. It also says the school embraces all families, all faiths, and home languages and welcomes the opportunity to learn about a child’s culture. The facility license listed is CCL Facility 073408890.

Located at Lafayette United Methodist Church. Preschool location: 955 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA 94549. Telephone: (925) 284-1143 Preschool, (925) 284-5126 After School. Email: [email protected]

Last updated October 17, 2026.