Short Description
We have a variety of preschool programs that follow the school calendar to meet your needs.
Toddler/Adult Class
Providing safe, affordable, quality School Age Child Care by highly qualified staff before & after school and during the summer months.
Contact Information:
313-827-8352
billingech@dearbornschools.org
Philosophy
The philosophy of the Early Childhood program involves the education of the “whole” child, using the HighScope curriculum. The emphasis is on constructive play as an effective learning tool. Studies indicate that play is considered the work of the child, and it is through play that children’s learning and self-esteem are enhanced. Activities and experiences focus on each child’s growth and development socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. Rooms are arranged based on HighScope's key developmental indicators (KDIs) in a variety of "interest areas," such as:
Effective 2025-2026 School year
The earliest age accepted is 3 years old by September 1, and children must be fully potty trained to enroll.
Enrollment will open on February 9, 2026, for current students enrolled in 2025–2026, their siblings, and children of District employees. Public enrollment will open on February 16
Enrollment requires a minimum of two full days per week or three half days per week. All programs are billed on a monthly basis
Breakfast and lunch is included in tuition for full day sessions.
Preschool Sessions:
Morning Session from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Cotter)
Morning Session from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Duvall- M,W,F 4 yr olds) (Duvall- T/Th- 3 yr olds)
All Day Session 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Snow, Howe, Cotter)
All Day Session 8:45am-3:45pm. (Lindbergh)
Morning Extended Session 7:00 a.m. – 9.00 a.m. (Snow, Lindbergh, Duvall, Howe)
Afternoon Extended Session 4:00 pm– 6:00 p.m. (Snow, Lindbergh, Howe, Duvall)
Program Pricing:
Non- refundable $75 registration fee for the first child, $15 for each additional child.
Siblings will receive a 10% discount on tuition for full days ONLY.
Dearborn School Employees receive a 20% discount on tuition for full days ONLY. (Discounts cannot be combined)
Michigan Department of Human Services Payments Accepted Here!
2026-2027 School year fees
Half days:
$29 a session
Full Day:
$49 a session
Extended Sessions
$7.75 each session AM or PM
Drop in Fee:
Additional 2$ Per session
Early Release
Developmental Preschool does not participate in early release days. We will run a full program
Calendar:
We follow District calendar with the exception of early release days
Before your child attends our Preschool Programs you must provide his/her Immunization records, Birth Certificate, and Health Appraisal Form.
Please see our 2025-2026 Family Handbook for our Programs information
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HJu-qyEppeDEDx...
Make sure to subscribe to our Class dojo for updates on the program:
https://www.classdojo.com/ul/p/addKid?target=schoo...
Here are some important points we do not want you to miss:
1. We do not credit your account for illness. We do appreciate you letting the classroom teacher or Kids Club site know if your child will not be attending; however, we cannot credit your account. If your child will be out for an extended period of time please contact our office to discuss your situation.
2. We do not credit your account for vacations taken by your family during your regular schedule. Your payment secures your child’s spot.
3. There will not be credits for weather or building issues.
4. Please remember you must have a REGULAR weekly schedule that is consistent. Every other week or a “rotating schedule” does not work for our system.
5. You may EXIT the program but you will need to give us a ONE WEEK written notice (previously two). Please contact the billing secretary at billingech@dearbornschools.org
