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, accepting 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
