2026-2027 Programs

All of our classes are taught with a Reggio-Inspired Approach. Children in all classes engage in project-based learning through an emergent curriculum that is individualized to each students' needs and abilities.

Our integrated curriculum is aligned with the Ohio Early Learning and Developmental Standards. Our research-based curriculum covers:

- early math skills
- inquiry, scientific approach, hands-on experiments
- sensory opportunities
- movement and music opportunities
- social-emotional learning
- emergent reading and writing

Our school year begins the Monday after Labor Day in September and ends in May before Memorial Day. We have 2 weeks off for Winter Break, 1 week off for Spring Break, and generally follow the Parma City School District calendar though not exactly. A calendar of scheduled days off is published in August at our parent meeting. Changes are communicated through monthly newsletters through email and Brightwheel.

Salamander Morning PreK Class

Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9:00am- 11:30am

$3,500/ yr. divided into 10 equal payments of $350 paid August- May

This morning class is for children who will turn 4 before August 30th, 2026. PM

Squirrel Morning Preschool Class

Mon./Tues./Wed. 9:00am- 11:00am

$2,500/ yr. divided into 10 equal payments of $250 paid August- May

This class is a good fit for anyone who will turn 3 years old before September 1, 2026. AM

Cardinal Afternoon PreK Class

Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 12:30 pm- 3:00 pm

$3,500/ yr. divided into 10 equal payments of $350 paid August- May

PM PreK: This afternoon class is for children who will turn 4 before August 30th, 2026 and will be heading to kindergarten in the fall of 2027.

Full Day Pre-K Class

Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9:00am- 3:00pm (pack & bring your own lunch)

$6,500/ yr. divided into 10 equal payments of $650 paid August- May

This class is for children who will turn 4 before August 30th, 2026 and will be heading to kindergarten in the fall of 2027. There is no nap or rest time- it is a full day of school.

APPLY FOR TUITION ASSISTANCE THROUGH OHIO BENEFITS

The Ohio DYC Early Childhood Education Grant is meant to maximize a child’s early educational experiences. These experiences help to prepare children for success in kindergarten by providing high-quality early learning services to Ohio’s preschool age children.

The Early Childhood Education Grant is awarded to early care and education programs that demonstrate meeting high-quality standards by having a Silver or Gold rating in Step Up to Quality, Ohio’s quality rating system.

For more information about the Early Childhood Grant Program Click Here: https://benefits.ohio.gov/home/resources/assistance-programs/04-early-care-education-services