Virtual Tours – All Programs – Click here!
- 2021-22 Preschool – Online registration for the Child Development Lab Preschool, Community Education Preschool, Montessori and Spanish Preschool is currently underway at: rps.digitalsignup.com
- 2021-22 Full Day Preschool – Enrollment for this program is currently underway. This program can also be used in conjunction with Montessori and Spanish Preschool at a reduced rate, if space is available. A Call Back form will be required to be placed on the call back list for the Full Day Preschool and can be found on their webpage, http://www.rockfordschools.org/preschool-enrichment-child-care/ . Please contact our office at 616.863.6560 for more information.
NOTE: Per the current Executive Order, our offices remain closed to the public. We are able to take your calls, M-F, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, 616.863.6560. If you have questions, please email Shelley Belanger at MBelanger@rockfordschools.org, Jacki Barnett at JBarnett@rockfordschools.org, or Melissa Cochrill at MCochrill@rockfordschools.org
Child Development Lab Preschool
Enrollment for the Child Development Lab program requires a $200.00 non-refundable deposit to register and is applied to the total cost of tuition. Register online at rps.digitalsignup.com
This unique program, located at Rockford High School, teaches preschoolers to become successful learners through cooperative experiences, problem solving and play, while training high school students enrolled in child development and life skills classes, to become potential educators. Preschool children have many opportunities to learn independence, make decisions, develop creativity, and practice social and kindergarten readiness skills. The activities are planned with care using the High Scope curriculum. This quality approach to early childhood education has been developed through research and practice over 50 years in Ypsilanti, MI.
Classes meet 2½ hours each Tuesday and Thursday morning or afternoon for three year olds, and Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning or afternoon for four year olds. All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Visit us on Facebook.
2021-2022 CDL Preschool Class Offerings:
3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 9:00-11:30 am Cost: $1,000.00; a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 12:30-3:00 pm Cost: $1,000.00; a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
4 yr. old class Mon./Wed./Fri. 9:00-11:30 am Cost: $1,500.00; a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
4 yr. old class Mon./Wed./Fri. 12:30-3:00 pm Cost: $1,500.00; a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
Community Education Preschool
Enrollment for the Community Education programs require a $100.00 non-refundable deposit for the 3 year old class or a $200.00 non-refundable deposit for the 4 year old class to register and is applied to the total cost of tuition Register online at rps.digitalsignup.com.
Our Community Education preschool has earned a 4-Star rating through Great Start to Quality, a governing organization that has established high program standards of quality for early childhood programs in Michigan. This program helps children develop the ability to work and play together in an enjoyable group setting that utilizes a developmentally appropriate kindergarten readiness curriculum. Students are exposed to and practice social and cognitive skills with a focus on environmental topics.
This program is for children three and four years old. All of our staff are trained in early childhood, CPR and first aid. Visit us on Facebook.
2021-2022 Community Ed Preschool Class Offerings:
3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 8:15–10:15 am Cost: $750.00 – a $100.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
3 yr. old class Tues./Thurs. 10:30–12:30 pm Cost: $750.00 – a $100.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
4 yr. old class Mon. – Thurs. 8:45–11:15 am Cost: $1,600.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition – Join the waitlist
4 yr. old class Mon. – Thurs. 11:45–2:15 pm Cost: $1,600.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
Montessori
Enrollment for the Montessori program requires a $500.00 non-refundable deposit to register and is applied to the total cost of tuition. Register online at rps.digitalsignup.com
This program can be used in conjunction with the Full Day Preschool program, if space is available. Please contact our office at 616.863.6560 for more information.
The Montessori program has earned a 4-Star rating through Great Start to Quality, a governing organization that has established high program standards of quality for early childhood programs in Michigan.
This program introduces children to practical living skills, sensory education, language, math, science, cultural activities, art, music and movement. Hands-on activities are designed to help children develop a sense of order, concentration, coordination and independence in this child-centered environment. A mix of ages of three & four year olds is a key premise of the philosophy. All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Visit us on Facebook.
2021-2022 Montessori Class Offerings:
Monday-Friday 8:30-11:30 am – Cost: $3,700.00 – a $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition – Join the waitlist
Monday-Friday 12:00-3:00 pm – Cost $3,700.00 – a $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition.
Spanish Preschool
Enrollment for the Spanish Preschool requires a $200.00 non-refundable deposit to register and is applied to the total cost of tuition. Register online at rps.digitalsignup.com
This program can be used in conjunction with the Full Day Preschool program, if space is available. Please contact our office at 616.863.6560 for more information.
This blended program for three and four year olds introduces the Spanish language through hands-on learning, preschool games, songs, read alouds and movement activities. Each month focuses on a different theme such as colors, numbers, animals, etc. Children must be 3 and/or 4 by September 1 of the current school year. All of our staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Visit us on Facebook.
2021-2022 Spanish Preschool Offerings:
3 & 4 yr. old Blended class Mon./Wed./Fri. 9:15–11:45 am – Cost: $1,800.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition – Join the waitlist
3 & 4 yr. old Blended class Mon./Wed./Fri. 12:30–3:00 pm – Cost: $1,800.00 – a $200.00 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and is applied to the total cost of tuition
