Our Class Offerings

This program is designed to build community amongst parents and families who have welcomed a new child who is 6 weeks to 11 months old. Here families will be given opportunities to share their experiences, ask for support, and begin friendships with other parents and children. Prior to the class, the facilitator will set up a developmentally appropriate environment for all infants to explore. The facilitator will then welcome families at the beginning of the session and then give the participants space to build community. At the end the facilitator will return to lead a closing with families at the end and be available for child development guidance based on the ages and stages of the class. Children who are 11 months or older are encouraged to join the parent child class as they have aged out of this class.

Days: Wednesdays 11:30am - 12:30pm

Ages: Infants 6 weeks to 11 months and their parent

Class size: Up to 12 children with one facilitator

Tuition: FREE, must sign up for one month at a time

One-time Registration & Materials Fee: $20 (per child)

Annual One-time Membership Fee: $25 (per family)

This class is geared to expose children to social interaction and problem-solving, hands-on art and sensory activities, music/movement, and circle time.

Days: Wednesdays 9:15am - 10:45am

Ages: For children 12 to 23 months old

Class size: Up to 12 children (and an accompanying adult) and one teacher

Tuition: Levels 1, 2, & 3: $100 per month, Level 4: $80 per month

Application fee: $25

Annual non-refundable Membership fee: $25 (per family)

One-time Registration & Materials fee: $75 (per child)

Member Family Requirements Parent/Child families are welcome to join any general meetings, but attendance as a non-participating member is not required.

Our Toddler Transition class revolves around experiential learning and introduction to real-life events and understandings. The curriculum infuses learning into daily activities and routines; all while nurturing self-awareness, expressive language, problem-solving, and self-advocacy. Children will participate in circle time, art, sensory, snack, dramatic play, and movement--all in an organized environment prepared for the unique needs of the group. This drop-off program scaffolds children’s and parent’s transition into preschool. Potty training is not required.

Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:15am - 11:15am

Ages: For children ages 24 months (by September 1) to 35 months

Class size: Up to 15 children with 1 teacher and up to 2 parent-assistants

Tuition:

Level 4: $230/month

Level 3: $285/month

Level 2: $345/month

Level 1: $415/month

Application fee: $25 for returning families, $75 for 1st child of new families ($25 each additional child)

One-time Registration & Materials Fee: $150 (per child)

One-time Membership fee: $25 (per family)

Member Family Requirements Classroom assisting per level selected

Serve on one or more school teams per level selected

Attend Co-op Welcome Orientation (August), Annual Business Meeting (May)

Attend Trimester and/or class-specific meetings or responsibilities

Work one Saturday for a facility maintenance and cleaning day

Our preschool program offers classes that provide a wide-range of developmental and cognitive opportunities with two overarching themes—social communication and problem-solving. While the children have ongoing opportunities for art, dramatic play, sensory and outdoor activities, handwriting, movement, and math experiences, we facilitate cooperation, pro-social interactions, and enable (through emotional, physical, and verbal support) interactive problem-solving amongst children. For more information about our programs or to discuss your child's individual needs, please contact our Preschool Director.

3-day Preschool:

Our preschool classes directly reflect the interests and abilities expressed by the children while incorporating foundational concepts through play, socialization, and language. Each day consists of a consistent rhythm that provides circle time, story time, snack, indoor/outdoor format, classroom socializing and play--but no two days are the same! Children are required to be potty-trained.

Days: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm

Ages: For children ages 3 years (by September 1st) through 5 years

Class size: Up to 25 children with 2 teachers and up to 3 parent-assistants

Tuition:

Level 4: $335

Level 3: $415

Level 2: $500

Level 1: $600

Application fee: $25 for returning families, $75 for 1st child of new families ($25 each additional child)

One-time Registration & Materials Fee: $150 (per child)

One-time Membership fee: $25 (per family)

Member Family Requirements

Classroom assisting requirements per level selected

Serve on one or more school teams per level selected

Attend Co-op Welcome Orientation (August) and Annual Business Meeting (May)

Attend Trimester and/or class-specific meetings or responsibilities

Work one Saturday for a facility maintenance and cleaning day

STARTING TRIMESTER 2 - November 18th

Our enrichment program provides varied opportunities for children to experience the benefits of play and child-centered learning beyond the school day. Classes are geared toward preschool through early elementary age children and are offered on a trimester basis. For more information about our programs or to discuss your child's individual needs, please contact our Preschool Director.

Explorers only

Our extended day program provides project based opportunities for children to experience the benefits of play and child-centered learning beyond the school day. Children will bring their own lunch to enjoy before working in a small group on focused learning opportunities. Classes are geared toward older preschoolers through early elementary age children and are offered on a trimester basis.

Days: Tuesday and Thursdays 12:00pm - 2:15pm

Ages: For preschool-aged children 4 - 5 years old and/or those currently enrolled in TK/Kindergarten

Class size: Up to 8 children with one teacher and one parent-assistant

Tuition: $190/mo (must enroll for a trimester at time)

One-time Registration & Materials Fee: $20 (per child)

Annual One-time Membership Fee: $25 (per family)

Preschool plus Explorers

Explorers is for children who will be enrolled in both the Preschool class and the Explorers enrichment class leading to an extended pre-school day. Enrolling in both for the same child allows for families to save on tuition - a 15% discount!

Days: Tuesday and Thursdays 12:00pm - 2:15pm (children will stay after preschool class has finished on Tuesday and Thursday)

Ages: For preschool-aged children 4 through 5 years old

Class size: Up to 8 children with one teacher and one parent-assistant

Tuition: Cost includes both Preschool class and Explorers enrichment day class (including a 15% discount)

Level 4: $415/month

Level 3: $515/month

Level 2: $620/month

Level 1: $746/month

PlayON is our Outdoor Nature program and is for children to explore the wonder and fun of nature. We will facilitate hikes, games, nature activities/discussion, and encourage exploration of and play in the great outdoors. Each class also includes activities and a gathering time where we may sing songs, enjoy a story, and share or document our experiences. Class locations are held at various outdoor locations (rain or shine!) within about a 15-minute drive of the co-op location.

Days: Mondays 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Ages:

Parent Child: 2.5 - 5 years old (with a grown-up) (Siblings under 2.5 may come, but must be worn by the grown-up) OR

Drop off: For children ages 3.5 - 8 years old

Class size:

Parent Child: Up to 12 Children (and their one adult) and 1 teacher

Drop Off: Up to 8 Children with 1 teacher and 1 parent assistant

Open to: Participating Members & Non-Participating Members

Tuition:

Parent Child:

$70/ 4 week session with $5 materials fee

$100/ 6 week session with $5 materials fee

Drop Off:

$75/ 4 week session with $5 materials fee

$110/ 6 week session with $5 materials fee

Annual One-time Membership Fee: $25 (per family)

Our enrichment program provides varied opportunities for children to experience the benefits of play and child-centered learning beyond the school day. Children will bring and enjoy their lunch with their peers. Classes are geared toward preschool through early elementary age children and are offered on a trimester basis. Topics may include: art, science, sensory, etc.

Days: Pop Up Event on Mondays or Fridays depending on teacher availability. Approx 1 time per month for 1.5 hours.

Ages: For preschool-aged children 3 through 8 years old

Class size: Up to 10 children with one teacher and one parent-assistant

Tuition: $20/day

Annual One-time Membership Fee: $25 (per family)