For Your Child
Your child is enrolled in a preschool class based on their age group at one of our locations. Each class is led by a professional preschool teacher and designed to support your child's development.
For You
An adult from your family enrolls alongside your child through South Seattle College and works with a professional parent educator to earn college credit while actively participating in the program.
What Participation Looks Like
Examples of Co-op Jobs
Board President
Oversees operations of the preschool site and leads board and all-school business meetings
In the Classroom
Our classrooms are intentionally designed to support hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning. Curriculum aligns with WaKIDS Kindergarten Entrance Guidelines, supporting a smooth transition to school. In the classroom, you'll find:
Creative arts
Blocks and table games
Dramatic play
Snack time
Early literacy experiences
Music and storytelling
Early math manipulatives
Small/large group interaction
Our Philosophy: Positive Discipline
Rooted in Adlerian psychology, positive discipline helps adults understand the "why" behind behavior.​
Behavior is just the tip of the iceberg. Underneath is a child's need for belonging and significance.
Respectful and encouraging at the same time.
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Being kind and firm means setting clear, consistent limits while staying respectful and calm. Children thrive when they know what to expect and feel safe within those boundaries.
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We guide behavior without shame or punishment
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We validate feelings while holding limits
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We model respectful communication
Community
That
Lasts
We are more than a preschool. We are a community.
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Families build:
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Lasting friendships
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Support networks
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A shared investment in children's growth.
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The connections formed in co-op often last far beyond the preschool years.