The South Whidbey Co-operative Preschool is a non-profit program. 

At South Whidbey Co-operative preschool, we provide a nurturing, comfortable,  creative environment in which to play, observe, and experience new things. We provide space for kids to explore and get messy with art, to run and climb. We sing songs, read books, build and play, imagine and create. We focus on  family involvement.  Parents assist in the classroom and help manage the business of the Co-op.  As the year progresses children develop skills which prepare them for school, gaining self confidence.  As parents you get to experience your child’s growth first hand, enjoying the preschool experience as much as they do.  The school uses High/Scope curriculum.

The Co-op offers children:

• Developmentally appropriate activities for social, emotional, physical, academic and creative growth
• Interaction with children of similar ages which fosters growth and development of social skills
• Clearly defined, comfortable play/learning areas with a veriety of equipment, learning games, expressive materials and art supplies
• Opportunities to explore our South Whidbey community through field trips to local areas
• An expanding world view with classroom visits from firefighters, dentits, musicians, and other community members
• A safe, nurturing learning environment with caring, acceopting adults (a professional teacher and two or three ‘working’ parents each day of class)
• The chance to build self-confidence and a positive self-image

The Co-op offers parents:

• The ability to be an active partner in their child’s education
• Knowledge of child development – through written materials, parent education meetings, lectures and discussions
• Opportunities to work with a parent educator to learn a variety of parenting styles and options
• The experience of interacting and observing children in a preschool setting
• Opportunity to make friends and get problem-solving support from other families in the Co-op
• Active leadership roles as managers of the Co-op by participating on the Parent Board or one of the preschool committees

Mission Statement

The mission of the South Whidbey Cooperative Preschool is to provide a developmentally appropriate program in a nurturing, loving, safe and stimulating environment, in which parental involvement enriches the learning process.