Registration for members of Duke Memorial United Methodist Church and alumni has been changed to Wednesday, February 3rd at 9 am.
Established as a nursery school in 1950, Duke Memorial Weekday School now enrolls more than 160 children, ages 2 to 5, and is staffed by a paid faculty.
Our emphasis is on building self-confidence and establishing an atmosphere of love, support and security. Admission is open to all children, regardless of race, gender or religious affiliation. Please call us at 919- 688-5130 if you have questions or would like to schedule a tour.
When visiting DMWS after the main entrance is closed, please go to the side door and ring the bell. Please state your name and the person you are here to see. Come to the office to sign in and get a visitor's badge.
Tours will be scheduled as follows:
Two's on Tuesday's
Three's on Wednesday's
Fours on Thursday's
Kindergarten call for available days
2010-11 Registration Update
January 25-26, 2010: Parent conferences. Parents will receive applications for the 2009-10 school year at this time for all currently enrolled students. Please come by the office for applications for siblings.
January 27, 2010: Enrollment for existing students and siblings.
February 3, 2010: Enrollment for church members and alumni.
February 4, 2010: Lottery for the general public.
Tuition rates (2010-11)
2 day 2's - $171.00
3 day 2's - $196.00
3 day 3's - $201.00
4 day 3's - $220.00
5 day 3's - $247.00
4 day 4's - $225.00
5 day 4's - $252.00
Kindergarten - $302.00
Registration fees
There is a nonrefundable registration fee of $85 for all new students. Returning students and church members pay a nonrefundable $75 registration fee. Also, one month’s tuition is due upon registration for all students; this is simply an early payment of May 2010 tuition and is also nonrefundable.
For additional information, please visit our Admissions Page.
Inclement Weather Policy
If Durham Public Schools are closed OR delayed. DMWS will be closed!! Check WTVD ABC11 for closing information.