Offering classes from Infants to Pre-K

Curriculum Overview

Magnolia Cooperative Preschool offers classes for Infants through Pre-K ages. Classes include a combination of circle time, free choice time, music, snack, and outdoor time on our secure, private playground. Older classes (3 and up) also have the opportunity to take several off-site field trips throughout the year, which are included in the class fee.

Magnolia Co-op is also proud to offer special weekly summer classes for our existing families. Information about summer courses for each year is available in late spring.

Infants

Must be 3 mo - 1 yr by August 31

Infant classes meet once per week for 1 hour with their parent or caregiver. This class introduces children to the preschool environment, providing a fun, interactive experience for young children while allowing caregivers the opportunity to learn more about child development and build relationships with other families.

Status: FULL - Join Waitlist

Toddlers

Must be age 1 by August 31

Toddler classes meet once per week for 90 minutes with their parent or caregiver. The class introduces children to the preschool environment and includes choice time, music and circle time, and outdoor time. Choice time is a period of free play where kids can choose from a variety of developmentally appropriate activities, toys, climbing equipment, games, puzzles, and art projects.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:1

  • Cost: $125 per month

  • Class A:  Thursday 9:30 - 11:30 AM or
    Class B:  Friday 9:30 - 11:30 AM

  • Teacher: Jillian Bentley

  • Parent Educator: Louise Sneath

Status: Places available

Twos

Must be age 2 by August 31

Two year olds, or "Twos," come to class twice a week for 2 hours. A parent or caregiver attends every other class with their child, providing a gradual transition to independence in the classroom. The 2’s class includes free choice and circle time, as well as music, snack time, and playtime on our secure, outdoor playground.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:2

  • Cost: $285 per month

  • Class: Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 11:30 AM

  • Teacher: Diana Wagner-Boyd

  • Parent Educator: Becky Cooke

Status: FULL - Join Waitlist

Threes

Must be age 3 by August 31

Three year olds, or "Threes," come to class 3 days per week for 2.75 hours, with a parent or caregiver attending class with their child 1 day per week. In the 3’s class, children have free choice time, circle time, snack, music, and playground time, as well as cooking projects and field trips around the city.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:3

  • Cost: $395 per month

  • Class: Monday thru Wednesday 9:15 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Teacher: Nicole Appell

  • Parent Educator: Lea Evans

Status: Places available

Threes / Fours

Must be age 3 by August 31

Are you a parent of a curious and energetic child in the upper 3's or lower 4's who's not quite ready to take the leap into Pre-K? This afternoon class tailored specifically for children in this unique age group. Led by our experienced and caring teacher, our curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to meet the developmental needs of children who are not yet ready for the structured setting of Pre-K. We believe in fostering a love of learning through hands-on exploration, creative play, and social interaction.

In addition, this afternoon session provides flexibility for families with varying schedules. One of the benefits of attending an afternoon class is that families can also enrol in the morning Multi-Age Classroom (MAC), effectively making it a full-day school experience.

This combined three and four year old class is 3 days per week for 3 hours, with a parent or caregiver attending class with their child 1 day per week. In the 3s/4’s class, children have free choice time, circle time, snack, music, and playground time, as well as cooking projects and field trips around the city.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:3

  • Cost: $430 per month

  • Class: Monday thru Wednesday 12:30 - 3:30 PM

  • Teacher: Diana Wagner-Boyd

  • Parent Educator: Jen Mullen

Status: Places available

Pre-K

Must be age 4 by August 31

Our Pre-K class is for 4 and 5 year olds that will be going on to kindergarten the following year. Pre-K students come to class 4 days a week with a parent or caregiver attending class with their child 1 day per week. In the Pre-K class, children have free choice time, circle time, snack, music, and playground time, as well as cooking projects, field trips around the city, and personal safety instruction.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:4

  • Cost: $695 per month

  • Class: Monday thru Thursday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

  • Teacher: Elise Cranston

  • Parent Educator: Becky Cooke

Status: FULL - Join Waitlist

Music Enrichment

Ages 3-5

The Enrichment Class meets once per week for 3 hours for students ages 3-5. This class is an optional add-on for families already enrolled in a class above. Parents and caregivers rotate attendance in the classroom, typically working in class once or twice per month.

  • Ratio (Adult to Child): 1:5

  • Cost: $180 per month

  • Class: Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Teacher: Mike Pandorf

Status: Places available

Summer

Ages 2-6

Available only for existing MCP members

We offer an affordable summer preschool program for existing members, for children ages 2-6. Weekly sessions run during June and July.

Each day includes a variation of choice time, art projects, music, story time, snack time, and outside play time. During summer sessions, parents and caregivers typically attend class with their student once per week.

Multi-Age Classroom

Ages 3 months-8 years

Available only for current MCP members

The MAC is an all-ages classroom available on an hourly basis for parents working in class or needing some additional child care time during the week. Priority is given to parents who are working in class, with reservations first-come, first-serve thereafter. Families must register all children attending the MAC in Jovial.

See the MAC page for more information.