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ECC Programs

The JPS Early Childhood Center offers a variety of programs for our youngest learners. Our preschool programs consist of tuition and GSRP state funding options while Transitional Kindergarten is Free to All. All preschool classrooms are licensed by the State of Michigan Licensing Regulatory Affairs.

Programs by Age

Students ages listed below are based on a student's age as of December 1.

3-Year-Olds

Half Day Preschool
- Wrap Around Care

4-Year-Olds

Half Day Preschool
- Wrap Around Care
4-Day Full Day Preschool
5-Day Full Preschool
Outdoor Preschool

5-Year-Olds

Transitional Kindergarten


	3-Year-Old Programming 3-year-old Preschool is offered twice a week for either a morning or afternoon session. We also offer wrap-around care for parents' convenience but spaces are limited and they are first come first served. Select your days Monday/Wednesday Schedule Tuesday/Thursday Schedule Select your sessions Morning Sessions: 8:15 am - 11:15 am Afternoon Sessions: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 2024/2025 School Year Tuition: *$1,750* paid in full or *$175/month* (10 payments) Wrap-Around Care (optional) Students are eligible to use care before and/or after the assigned preschool session Wrap-Around Care is available from 6:45 am - 6:00 pm Limited availability, first come first served The 2024/2025 school year tuition for Wrap-Around Care is $225/week. This INCLUDES the Half-day Preschool tuition. Students are charged regardless of attendance, unless Wrap-Around care is not available; example: Spring Break. UNFORTUNATELY, THE 2024/2025 SCHOOL YEAR IS ALREADY FULLY BOOKED FOR WRAP-AROUND CARE
	Please complete all 4 steps to enroll.

4-Year-Old Programming

There are 4 options for 4-year-olds. Families can decide between Half Day, 4-Day Full Day, 5-Day Full Day, or Outdoor Preschool.

4-year-old Half Day Preschool

Schedule
- Monday-Thursday Schedule
Select your sessions
- Morning Sessions: 8:15 am - 11:15 pm
- Afternoon Sessions: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
2024/2025 School Year Tuition: $2,600 paid in full or $260/month (10 payments)
Wrap-Around Care (optional)
- Students are eligible to use care before and/or after the assigned preschool session
- Wrap Around Care is available from 6:45 am - 6:00 pm
- Limited availability, first come first served
- The 2024/2025 school year tuition for Wrap-Around Care is $225/week.
  - This INCLUDES the Half-day Preschool tuition.
  - Students are charged regardless of attendance unless Wrap-Around care is not available; for example: during Spring Break.
- UNFORTUNATELY, THE 2024/2025 SCHOOL YEAR IS ALREADY FULLY BOOKED FOR WRAP-AROUND CARE

Please complete all 4 steps to enroll.

Full Day Preschool

Select your schedule
- Monday-Thursday Schedule (4 day)
- Monday-Friday Schedule (5 day)
2024/2025 Tuition
- 4-year-old full day - 4 day: $5,500 paid in full or $550/month (10 payments)
  - FREE for students enrolled in GSRP* (see bottom of section)
- 4-year-old full day - 5 day: $6,500 paid in full or $650/month (10 payments)
  - FREE for students enrolled in GSRP* (see bottom of section)

Please complete all 4 steps to enroll.

Outdoor Preschool

Outdoor Preschool is a unique nature-based preschool that is held primarily outside. Our curriculum weaves nature and the great outdoors into the traditional preschool curriculum.

Schedule
- Monday - Thursday
- Full Day (8:15 am - 3:15 pm)
2024/2025 Tuition Rates
- $5,500 paid in full or $550/month (10 payments)
- FREE for students enrolled in GSRP* (see bottom of section)

Please complete all 4 steps to enroll.

*Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)

The Great Start Readiness Program is a state-funded, free preschool program for four-year-old children who meet guidelines based on state-determined eligibility factors (see below). The program is housed in area school districts and licensed childcare centers and helps to prepare children to be successful in kindergarten. The Great Start Readiness Program provides fun ways for students to learn concepts like early math, science, and literacy. In addition, the program also helps them develop social and emotional skills.


	5-year-old programming Transitional Kindergarten Transitional kindergarten (TK) is a program designed to bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten for children who turn five years old later in the academic year or for parents who don't feel like their child is ready for traditional kindergarten. It provides an additional year of schooling to help younger children develop the social, emotional, and academic skills needed for success in kindergarten and beyond. TK often focuses on activities that promote early literacy, numeracy, social interaction, and school readiness, preparing children for a smoother transition into the formal education system. Schedule 5 days a week Full Day Schedule (8:35 am - 3:30 pm) For JPS scheduled half days, please note that the arrival and dismissal time is 8:35 am - 11:40 am. Parents who are interested in Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten must register their child for Kindergarten Screening (K-Screening). K-Screening K-Screening helps you and your child determine if Kindergarten or Transitional Kindergarten is right for them. It measures early development, academic skills, and assesses Kindergarten readiness. Our team uses the results of the screening to provide you with a recommendation and partner with you as you determine what program is best for your child.