Preschool Powered by Play - accepting applications now
Register for the 2014-2015 Preschool Program
Preschool Powered by Play is inspired by the best in early childhood education and by the Children's Museum of Tacoma’s mission of celebrating the power of play in the lifelong journey of learning.
Serving children ages 3-5 years old and their adults, we believe in the innate capacity of children to wonder, hypothesize, investigate and direct their own learning. The Preschool classroom is a collaborative and compassionate community that celebrates each person’s unique spark, gifts, and talents.
This relationship-based program supports parental engagement in and encouragement of the natural, playful discovery process, helping prepare children to be confident and eager learners who are ready for school and their life journey.
Come learn more about Preschool Powered by Play. For a tour of the classroom, contact Alyssa Tongue at alyssat@playtacoma.org or 253.627.6031 ext. 225.
2014-2015 Preschool Year Info:
Morning classes: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:15-11:45 a.m.
Afternoon classes: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1:30-4 p.m.
Cost:
Co-op* Preschool - $250/month
Drop-op Preschool - $350/month
Download a preschool application here.
For families choosing the co-op* option, please complete a background check form and return it with your application.
*Co-op parents are required to volunteer at least 2-3 scheduled class times per month and must complete a background check.
Preschool features...
- Weekly engagement in a creative classroom and use of full Museum environment
- 1:6 adult to child ratio, plus inclusion of parents in cooperative options and celebrations
- Documentation of child’s growth and development over the academic year
- Commitment to whole family learning, including resources for the adults and parents
- Classes are facilitated by experienced Museum program staff, Alyssa Tongue, Shannon Rojecki, and Alysia Jines.
- Museum membership included with enrollment
- Curbside drop-off options