Families at Pine Lake Co-op offer several compelling reasons why they selected our school as the ideal setting for their children's preschool journey:
Play-based education philosophy
Amazing, experienced, and dedicated teachers
Affordable tuition with scholarships available
5-to-1 or lower adult to child ratio
Our large outdoor playground
Access to parenting experts and monthly parent education opportunities
A close-knit community of parents and families
Family involvement in schools is one of the most powerful predictors of healthy development and high student achievement.
At Pine Lake Co-op, family members are involved with every aspect of children's education. A child will know that education is important in your family because you live it together every day.
At Pine Lake Co-op, adult caregivers get hands-on experience. You'll be able to observe children in the school setting, interact with children and other caring adults, and participate in the running of the preschool. Adults assist in the classroom and hold a committee position supporting our non-profit business.
Great for Children: Play-based Educational Programs
Our proven play-based curriculum focuses attention on social, emotional, physical, intellectual and creative development of our children. Monthly field trips take learning beyond the classroom setting. Our curriculum prepares children for academic and lifelong success.
Great for Adults: Parenting Education
As part of the co-op, you'll attend informative parent education sessions once per month, run by our Bellevue College faculty parent educator, who holds a degree in early childhood education. You'll also participate in conferences to support your development as a person who cares for young children.
Work in the classroom
An adult member of the family must work in the classroom one to three days each month (dependent on number of class days per week and class enrollment). We provide ongoing training for adults acting as teaching assistants - including health and safety guidelines, and positive guidance of preschool aged children in the classroom.
Community Based: Get to Know Other Families
At Pine Lake Co-op, parents and adult caregivers join a community of families with the common interest of taking an active role in children's education.
Attend monthly parent education meetings
We discuss issues related to the operation of the classroom and preschool, and our Bellevue College Parent Educator presents educational topics that are relevant to the age group of the class.
Hold a committee position
Our families work together to assist in operating the preschool. Positions range from serving on the board as registrar, parent leader, treasurer or chairperson, to assisting with cooking and science during class days, or helping with library and supply maintenance. Positions are selected during the first adult-only meeting of the school year to allow each person to select a job matching their skills, interests and time availability.