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Our youngest learners must be at least 2 ½ years old to enroll. Limited mid-year start openings are available for children who reach the age requirement after September. This class meets on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, with an optional additional day beginning in February. It is not required for a student to be potty trained to be in the 2’s class, and teachers will help work with parents during the potty training process.

The 2’s class is led by a head teacher, assistant teacher, and a co-op parent. Our highest priority is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all students. Children acquire autonomy and independence while engaging in gross motor play, sensory activities, music, circle, and story time. Teachers gently guide the children through different activities, and help promote positive social interactions between students. Language acquisition is also an integral part of the program; children learn new vocabulary and build a sound platform for expanding communication. They often experience a language explosion, which is a delight for both parents and teachers alike. Going outside on a daily basis is a priority at the school, and the Co-op has three outdoor play areas: the courtyard, the blacktop (where there are a multitude of ride-along toys), and a larger playground in the back of the property.

The Co-op encourages successful drop-offs and student independence by having a gradual introduction to school. On the first day, parents are encouraged to stay for as much of the morning as they would like. The first day lasts for an hour and a half. As the days continue, teachers encourage parents to stay as long as is appropriate for each individual child, and help guide the parent and child as to when the child is ready to have more independence. The day then lengthens to 2 ½ hours, ensuring that all students build their independence muscle at a pace that is appropriate for them.

During the second month of school, parents will begin to co-op in the classroom. A class parent will set up a co-op schedule and send it out to everyone, and parents are invited into the classroom approximately once per month to help assist the teachers. They are not responsible for activity planning. Rather, the parents are there to help students participate in various activities. The parents are also welcome to bring a favorite book from home and read it aloud to the class. Co-oping in the classroom is a beloved tradition at our school, and an opportunity to see your child shine, as well as get to know the other students and teachers in a way that is unique to the Co-op.

Additionally, each parent participates in a volunteer position at the Co-op. These positions range from assisting with book orders to coordinating hospitality events such as the family breakfast or annual pie sale fundraiser. The various volunteer opportunities accommodate all different schedules, and the school works with each family to find positions that are manageable and fun. These opportunities foster lasting friendships among families and strengthen the Co-op community.

In the 3’s program, students begin the school year as 3 year olds and turn 4 over the course of the year. The class meets three days a week (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, with the option to extend the day until 1:00 PM starting in October. Families may also add a fourth school day (Tuesdays) starting in January.

The 3’s class is led by a head teacher, assistant teacher, and a co-op parent. In this program, children learn to independently explore classroom centers, build friendships, and develop motor skills as they play. Important lessons such as patterning, sequencing, and two-step commands lay the foundation for future learning. Most paramount are the lessons in sharing, kindness, and conflict resolution as children move from parallel to group play. Music and yoga classes are included in the weekly schedule for the 3’s class, and are a highlight for all students. Going outside on a daily basis is a priority at the school, and the Co-op has three outdoor play areas: the courtyard, the blacktop (where there are a multitude of ride-along toys), and a larger playground in the back of the property.

During the third week of school, parents will begin to co-op in the classroom. A class parent will set up a co-op schedule and send it out to everyone, and parents are invited into the classroom approximately once per month to help assist the teachers. They are not responsible for activity planning. Rather, the parents are there to help students participate in various activities. The parents are also welcome to bring a favorite book from home and read it aloud to the class. Co-oping in the classroom is a beloved tradition at our school, and an opportunity to see your child shine, as well as get to know the other students and teachers in a way that is unique to the Co-op.

Additionally, each parent participates in a volunteer position at the Co-op. These positions range from coordinating book orders through Scholastic, to helping plan and execute an annual breakfast where Co-op families get together. The various volunteer opportunities accommodate all different schedules, and the school works with each family to find positions that are manageable and fun. The volunteer positions often offer an opportunity to get to know other Co-op families better, and ends up fostering a strong community of friends that lasts well beyond the student’s time at the Co-op.

In the 4’s program, students begin the school year as 4 year olds and turn 5 over the course of the year. The 4’s program runs four days a week (Tuesday–Friday) from 8:45 AM to 11:45 AM, with optional extended days until 1:15 PM. A fifth school day (Mondays) becomes available in January.

The 4’s class is led by a head teacher, assistant teacher, and a co-op parent. The 4’s are the leaders of the school and learn through discovery, play, and repetition. Children explore classroom centers and participate in a variety of sensory activities, such as drawing in sand or trying to sink a pumpkin. Conflict resolution, kindness, and community building are also an integral part of the curriculum.

The 4’s program emphasizes kindergarten readiness as children build number sense, increase phonetic awareness, and engage in STEM activities throughout the year. Music and yoga classes encourage children to explore other forms of expression and are offered weekly to round out the curriculum.

During the third week of school, parents will begin to co-op in the classroom. A class parent will set up a co-op schedule and send it out to everyone, and parents are invited into the classroom approximately once per month to help assist the teachers. They are not responsible for activity planning. Rather, the parents are there to help students participate in various activities. The parents are also welcome to bring a favorite book from home and read it aloud to the class. Co-oping in the classroom is a beloved tradition at our school, and an opportunity to see your child shine, as well as get to know the other students and teachers in a way that is unique to the Co-op.

Additionally, each parent participates in a volunteer position at the Co-op. These positions range from coordinating book orders through Scholastic, to helping plan and execute an annual breakfast where Co-op families get together. The various volunteer opportunities accommodate all different schedules, and the school works with each family to find positions that are manageable and fun. These opportunities foster lasting friendships among families and strengthen the Co-op community.

Extended Day Programs run from 11:30 am – 1 pm for the 3’s and 11:45-1:15 for the 4’s

For families looking to extend the school day, optional enrichment programs are available:
STEM (Tuesdays, 4’s only): Hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Art & Nature (Wednesdays, 3’s & 4’s): Creative projects and outdoor exploration.
Cooking & More (Thursdays, 3’s & 4’s): Group cooking activities and special projects.
Pop-Up Fridays (Twice per month, 3’s & 4’s): Themed play and activities.
Students bring lunch from home for all extended day programs.

A special introduction to the Co-op for children under 2 ½, this program runs on Thursday mornings from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM in fall, winter, and spring sessions.
Caregivers (parents, grandparents, nannies, etc.) join their little ones for music, crafts, and social play—an excellent way to ease into a preschool setting while bonding with other families.

Held in June, our summer camp offers three one-week sessions for children enrolled in the 2’s, 3’s, or 4’s programs:
4’s: Monday–Thursday, 8:45 AM–1:00 PM
3’s: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
2’s: Monday–Wednesday, 9:00 AM–11:30 AM
Each week features a unique theme—past favorites include “Fairytale Forest,” “Let’s Go Camping,” and “Olympics.” Two water days per session add to the summer fun. (Children must be potty trained to attend camp.)