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Core Programs
Core Programs
CPNS offers 4 core programs: two, three, four, and five day per week multi-age classes, held from August-June. Multi-age programs offer age flexibility with greater leadership and role modeling opportunities.
Each class consists of a balance of adult-led group experiences and long blocks of uninterrupted child-initiated play.
Our large group activities include storytelling, reading, singing, special guests, sharing, and announcements. During this time, your child will become comfortable with the expectations of a formal learning environment.
Free play encompasses the rest of the time at school, with the entire campus, indoors and out, available for exploration at all times. While your child plays, our teachers will gently guide their growth and development, allowing them to learn all they need to know to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.
All of our programs are co-op based, with mandatory 1x/week parent participation, yielding high adult to child ratios that benefit the children in numerous ways.
2-day | Mornings
2-day | Mornings
Teacher Julie
Age at time of enrollment: 20 months* - 4 years old
*Child must be 20 months by Sept 1. Parent remains on-site during school until child is 2 years
Time: Tues, Thu 9:00-11:30am
Monthly Tuition: $350
Adult Child Ratio: 1:2
3-day | Mornings
3-day | Mornings
Teacher Denise
Age at time of enrollment: 2-5 years old
Time: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00am-12:00pm
Monthly Tuition: $550
Adult Child Ratio: 1:3
4-day | Afternoons
4-day | Afternoons
Teacher Jill
Age at time of enrollment: 3.5-6 years old
Time: Mon-Thu 12:30-3:30pm
Monthly Tuition: $550
Adult Child Ratio: 1:4
4-day a la carte option available to core classes: Extend your school day through the afternoon for families that need longer hours. $150/month per selected day or $550/month for all four days.
5-day | Mornings
5-day | Mornings
Teacher Denise and Teacher Julie
Age at time of enrollment: 2.5-5 years old
Time: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am-12:00pm, Tues/Thu 9:00-11:30 with Lunch Bunch 11:30-12:00pm
Monthly Tuition: $900
Adult Child Ratio: 1:3
Pre-K Program
Pre-K Program
Our highly successful Pre-K program, taught by Teacher Lori, has been in existence for over 30 years. Rather than attempt to teach children the subjects they will be introduced to in kindergarten, we emphasize the readiness aspects of learning. Pre-K activities include cooking, field trips, science experiments, and fine and gross motor practice.
Through adult-directed play, children participate in large and small groups that concentrate on the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual skills needed for kindergarten. Pre-Kers begin and end their day with a large circle time and lunch, which feature musical activities, story sequencing, and community visitors. They are encouraged to raise hands, wait turns, and problem-solve with peers.
Typically, our Pre-K program is attended in conjunction with the 4-day core class making the schedule 10:00am-3:30pm Monday-Thursday. If you join our Pre-K Early Bird option, you can start your day earlier, making the schedule 9:00am-3:30pm Monday-Thursday. There is an additional option to add Fridays from 9:00am-12:00pm.
Pre-K
Pre-K
Teacher Lori
Age by Sept 1st: *4 years old
*Children under 4 may be eligible for Pre-K based on readiness, as assessed by a CPNS Teacher.
Time: Mon-Thu 10:00am-12:30pm
Monthly Tuition: $400
Optional Early Bird Add-On: Start your school day earlier for
families that need longer hours.
Time: Mon-Thu 9:00am–10:00am
Additional Cost: $50/month per day or $150/month for all four days
Parent Co-op Requirements (per child): Every other week
Adult Child Ratio: 1:4
Bonus Programs
Bonus Programs
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch
A relaxed lunch period alongside Pre-K peers. Children bring a nut-free lunch from home. Participation is flexible, up to four days per week (Mon-Thu).
Teacher Lori
Age at time of enrollment: 2-6 years old
Times Offered: Mon and/or Wed 12:00-12:30pm, Tues and/or Thurs 11:30-12:00pm
Monthly Tuition: An additional $50 will be added to your monthly tuition based on the day(s) of your choosing. For example, adding Lunch Bunch to Wednesday only would be an addtional $50/month or adding Lunch Bunch to Monday and Wednesday would be an additional $100/month.
Adult Child Ratio: 1:5
Flex Days
Flex Days
Families may add one consistent morning day from either the 2-day or 3-day class with no co-op requirement. The selected day remains the same for the school year.
Teachers Julie and Denise
Age at time of enrollment: 2-6 years old
Time: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thu/Fri 9:00am-12:00pm
Monthly Tuition: $150/month
Adult Child Ratio: 1:5
Overview of Tuition & Programs
Overview of Tuition & Programs
Review all CPNS programs side by side. Compare your options and build a custom schedule that works best for your family.
Summer Camp
Summer Camp
Join us for Summer Camp in 2026
Splash your way into summer at CPNS! Spend the days running through the sprinklers, playing with friends and exploring our huge outdoor play yard! Camp is open to kids 2.5 - 7 years old.
More Info Coming Soon!
Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance
CPNS is committed to offering high quality early education to all children. We offer financial assistance in the form of scholarships and barter work. You can find the application here.
The application period for the scholarship and work barter programs for the 2026-27 school year is now open. Applications will be accepted through June 1.
Due to enrollment changes that occasionally occur throughout the year, we may be able to provide additional assistance if funds become available. Please email your application to treasurer@carlmontparents.org for review and we will contact you soon.
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