Programs & Tuition


Programs

In recent years it has been recognized that preschool provides children with opportunities to enjoy many activities not afforded at home; to express themselves creatively through a wide variety of art and music activities, to learn techniques of getting along with others, to acquire self-discipline and to discover the joys of learning and achieving.

A Cooperative Spirit is alive and well at John Knox Cooperative Preschool!

A cooperative preschool is run by the parents and families of the children who attend. The work you invest is rewarded by the opportunity to become an active part of your child's education, meet other dedicated parents, and provide your child with a high quality education at a very reasonable price. One parent or other representative of the family is responsible for working in the classroom approximately 5 weeks out of the school year as well as contributing to maintenance of the school and attending a few mandatory events during the year. These include the Parent Orientation Luncheon in September, the Ice Cream Social Fundraiser and the Christmas Workshop.

John Knox Cooperative Preschool welcomes the energies and talents of the parents and their families to make preschool experience rich, lively and enjoyable for the children!

The ages of the children range from 3 to 5 years of age. We follow the California State Instruction Calendar which is 3 years old by December 2nd or 4 years old by December 2nd.

Preschool is in session from September to June. Holidays and spring break follow the calendar of local school districts. All Children must be potty trained before attending John Knox Co-Op Preschool.

The 3 AM class, is designed to build self-esteem, learn self-control and develop social skills through play.

The 4 AM class with Kindergarten Readiness, is designed for those children who are four years old and  ready to go to school 3 days a week. 

The Pre-Kindergarten Afternoon Class, has an extended curriculum designed for older four year olds and those ready for school 4 days a week.

 

Days and Class Times

3 AM Class

Days: Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 9:00 am - 11:30 am

 

4 AM class with Kindergarten Readiness

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Time: 9:00am - 11:30am

 

Pre-Kindergarten Afternoon Class

Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Time:12:15pm - 2:45pm

 

Snack Time

Snack is served at each class. Families can sign up to volunteer to bring a nutritious snack for the entire class on our calendar. The children learn patience while they share and pour their drink.

 

 


Tuition

2008-2009

 

3 AM Class $130 / month

4 AM class with Kindergarten Readiness $180 / month

Pre-Kindergarten Afternoon Class $240 / month

 

General Fees (Non-Refundable):

$50.00 Registration Fee – due when Registration packet is picked up.

$50.00 Annual Craft Fee – due first month child starts school.

$25.00 Activity Fee – due first month child starts school. Which includes the following:

  • $5 for pumpkins and game hens

  • $5 for gift plates the children make

  • $10 for Christmas craft

  • $5 for 4 year old field trips & 3 year old classrooms visit from Sulphur Creek Naturalist.