Meaning of "Cooperative Preschool"
The word co-op means that parents work in the classroom each semester as aides to the teacher. As part of the class, parents can see first-hand what their children are doing and gain an understanding of how their children socialize in a group. They can also expand their own approaches to child raising by observing the teachers and other parents sitting on the floor, observing typical peers, working and playing with the children. The Cooperative Preschool sets the stage for parents being involved in their child’s education as well as making friends in a safe community of parents of young children.
In addition, as part of the cooperative preschool, parents provide snacks for the class, perform “service days” each semester (e.g. baby-sit for a meeting, cleaning, prepare materials, repair toys) or parents may serve as a member of the Preschool Board or Committee. Parents also participate in our grocery support program.
While parents of young children are encouraged to co-op, we realize some parents simply cannot always participate. In that case, we provide for aides in the classroom with an increase in fees. (Check our half and non co-op fees on the enrollment form.)
Contact Janet Madden, director, at or 303-402-6386 for more information!