Our Curriculum
Bothell Family Cooperative Preschool is centered around play-based learning. The majority of class time consists of free play amongst the classroom play centers, while caregivers participate and act as guides to enhance and extend learning.
Research shows that young children learn most naturally and effectively through play. As they explore and manipulate materials, their curiosity and desire to make sense of the world leads to spontaneous and self-directed learning. This builds the foundation for all future learning and the preparation children need before they learn more abstract concepts such as numbers and letters.
Our curriculum follows developmentally appropriate guidelines and focuses on four critical areas of development: social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language. You can learn more about the different stations found in our preschool and how children interact with them on the "Our Preschool" page. We feel this method allows us to:
Value each child as a unique individual with a distinct learning style and personality.
Help children develop competence and independence.
Encourage the development of communication and social skills through social interaction.
Our Classes
See classes below for availability.
If you have any questions please reach out to the registrar.
Parent & Baby
Ages 0-1 years
Friday, 12–1:45 pm
$55 per month
Building Community
This class gives families an opportunity to connect with other parents and babies in our community while building the foundations for strong parent/child relationships and communication
Toddler
Ages 1–2 years
Thursday, 12–1:45 pm
$84 per month
Stimulating introduction to preschool activities
Toddlers are introduced a school routine while exploring small motor activities, music, sensory experiences and outdoor play.
3/4
AGES 3–4 YEARS
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30–11:50 am
$189 per month
Exploring Independence
Children enjoy group activities, empathy and emotion coaching, and a discovery corner while continuing to explore cooking, art and sensory exploration, music, outdoor play, and dramatic play.
2/3
AGES 2–3 years
Thursday & FRIday 9:30–11:15 am
$135 per month
Growing Social-Emotional Development
Children get support in playing with others in areas such as block building, art exploration, dramatic play, and outdoor play.
Pre-K
AGES 4–5 YEARS
Mon, Tue & Wed 12:30–3:30 pm
$216 per month
Pre-Academic & Creative Growth
Building on the 3/4 class, children continue their social-emotional growth, exploration of preschool stations and experiences while also exploring basic math and writing.
Early Elementary Education
Caregivers of school aged children grades k-3
wed via zoom
$40 per month
This class is designed for parents to share their experiences, learn practical evidence-based strategies, and become more aligned with their values and goals as a parent