…nurturing creativity, exploration, independence and learning in a carefully planned and prepared environment to foster curiosity and imagination.
Our philosophy is to take an eclectic approach to early childhood education in order to provide opportunities to engage and prepare children toward success in their future education and learning process. The curriculum is based on Washington State Early Learning Guidelines and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). This program is designed for children ages three to five years old.
OUR CLASSROOM
WHAT WE OFFER
TWO, THREE, OR FIVE DAY CLASSES* A WEEK FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-5 WITH…
- Emphasis on Literacy, Sciences, and the Arts.
- Social skills development in large and small group settings to foster emotional development, a sense of competence and independence.
- Unique environment for experiences in cooking, drama, and Museum exhibits.
- Indoor and outdoor large and fine motor activities.
- Environmentally respectful approach to projects and classroom management.
- Use of Museum prior to opening to the general public before classroom time.
- Field trips in Skagit County.
- Private conferences with parents semiannually and by request.
- Flexibility to support children’s interest in topics with research and activities.
- Highly trained staff with over 75 years of education and experience combined.
Classes are traditionally held from 8:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. A day at preschool may go like this:
- 8:45-9:00am: Explorers Arrive
- 9:00-9:45am: Directed & self-directed Museum activities and art
- 10:00-10:15am: Snack
- 10:15-10:30am: Circle Time
- 10:30-11:00am: Yoga/Music & Movement
- 11:00-11:30am: Classroom Learning Centers
- 11:30am-12:00pm: Group activity & motor skills; Closing circle
- 12:00-12:15pm: Explorers depart
Focused Learning:
- Math & Science: Mondays & Tuesdays
- Literacy & Art: Wednesdays & Thursdays
- Gross Motor on Fridays
IMPORTANT DATES
2025-2026 school year
- First day of MEP: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 for two- and five-day classes, and Wednesday, September 3, 2025 for the three-day class.
- Veteran’s Day (observed): Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28, 2025
- Winter Break: December 23, 2025 through January 4, 2026
- MLK Day: Monday, January 19, 2026
- President’s Day: Monday, February 16, 2026
- Spring Break: April 6-10, 2026
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 25, 2026
- Last day of MEP: Thursday, May 28, 2026 (2-day program), Friday, May 29, 2025 (3- and 5-day program)
REGISTRATION, TUITION & FEES
- REGISTRATION FOR 2025-26 OPENS MARCH 1, 2025.
Registration Fee:
- $50.00 (non-refundable fee for paperwork processing/materials.)
- $35.00 for returning students.
2025-2026 Tuition:
- 5-day program (Monday-Friday): $5,015 annually or $557.25/month (9 monthly pymts) or $501.50/mo (10 monthly pymts)
- 3-day program (Monday/Wednesday/Friday): $3,020.00 annually or $335.50/month (9 monthly pymts) or $302/month (10 monthly pymts)
- 2-day program (Tuesday/Thursday) : $2,135.00 annually or $237.25/month (9 monthly pymts) or $213.50/mo (10 monthly pymts)
- Tuition is due by the 1st of each month. Monthly payments go from September through May (9 monthly pymts) or June (10 monthly pymts)
- Registration opens March 1, 2025. If you have questions, please contact Marielva at 360-757-8888 or marielva@skagitcm.org.
Deposit:
- Along with registration form and fee, a $100.00 deposit must be received in order to secure a space for your child.
Other Fees:
- A $10.00 late fee will be applied to any payment that is more than five days late.
- A $20.00 fee will be applied to any payment that is returned.
- A $10.00 fee will be charged if a child is picked up late, after 12:15pm for each 10-minute time period.
We are very understanding here at the museum, so if you ever have any questions or concerns regarding our policies, please do not hesitate to ask!
For more information, please contact Marielva Romero Cazares at 360-757-8888 or marielva@skagitcm.org
