Brandon Cooperative Preschool is a high quality, non-profit educational, developmental preschool for young children ages 3-5.  The preschool is administered and maintained by parents, under the direction of a highly experienced, qualified teacher.  Brandon Co-op Preschool is fully licensed by the State of Michigan, and a member of Parent Cooperative Preschools International.

History

Brandon Cooperative Preschool was established in 1973 with the goal of providing a unique preschool experience for children with a parental involvement component.  A Constitution and By-Laws was established with parent/teacher collaboration.   Children  have been nurtured and guided for thirty-eight years at Brandon Cooperative Preschool.   Parents observe, participate, help, and learn more about their child through their chosen level of involvement.  Parents, grandparents, or caregivers may assist in the class room on a rotating schedule.

Philosophy

The preschool's philosophy is that young children learn best through high quality experiences that are meaningful to them, developmentally appropriate, and involve exploration and discovery.  Activities provided for the children are planned with specific goals, for cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.   Children are provided a balance of teacher-directed, and child-centered activities aimed at kindergarten readiness and beyond.  The curriculum and  activities are planned and directed by our teacher.

Teacher/Director

"Miss Judy" has been teaching young children for 23 years and has served the children of Brandon Cooperative Preschool with the highest quality preschool education for 17 years.  She is licensed by the State of Michigan and is certified with numerous hours of professional development in the U.S. and other countries at least once each year. Miss Judy is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children, and the Greater Detroit Association for the Education of Young Children.  Miss Judy has been recognized by the Cooperative Preschool Council for her outstanding service to young children, and has been honored by Who's Who Among America's Teachers.

Benefits for the Child

• • A safe and nurturing environment.
  • Environment that encourages curiosity and creativity.
  • Interaction with other children and adults.
  • Increased confidence and self-worth.
  • Improved language, literacy and math skills.
  • Age-appropriate, fun learning.
  • Math, science, language, literacy, music, field trips and more.
  • Readiness for the kindergarten experience.

Benefits for the Parents

• • Optional involvement in the classroom.
  • Involvement with other motivated families and the community.
  • Interaction with children in the classroom.
  • Observation of child in the group setting.
  • Opportunity to share talents and ideas.
  • Special programs and events.

Class Schedule

3's AM: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:15 - 11:45 am    Tuition:  $98.00 per month*

4's AM: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 - 11:45 am  Tuition:  $125.00 per month*

4's PM: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12:15 - 3:00 pm

Membership Meeting Sept. 8, 7 p.m.  Parent Orientation Sept. 13 & 14- 9:15 a.m.  School starts Thurs. September 15, 2011.

CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT TO VISIT THE SCHOOL   - 248-627-9374

Registration Fee:  $50.00 with registration by May 15.  Registrations after May 15- $75.00.  Registration forms are available at the school.  *Tuition discounts for families with more than one child enrolled.

Registration fees are non-refundable.  Parents who volunteer help in the classroom receive discounted tuition rates.  Parents may opt-out of all, or part, of classroom assisting for a $20.00 per month fee.   Call for more information.