Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Co-op Preschool in Fort Collins
Co-op Preschool has been a cornerstone of early childhood education in Fort Collins since 1965. Our Reggio-inspired program prioritizes play-based learning, recognizing that children naturally explore, create, and discover through hands-on experiences. We foster holistic development by nurturing social-emotional growth, problem-solving skills, and independence in a supportive environment. As a cooperative preschool, we uniquely integrate parent participation into classroom activities, creating a collaborative community that enriches both children's education and family connections.Our curriculum emphasizes relationship-building, resilience, and curiosity, preparing children for future academic success while maintaining age-appropriate developmental focus. We maintain strong operational transparency through clear communication channels and documented policies. Our program incorporates inclusive values of love and acceptance while remaining secular in instruction. With decades of experience, we combine educational expertise with practical implementation of child development principles to deliver reliable, high-quality early learning services.
Services
3's Preschool
4's Pre-K
Lunch Bunch
Co-op Learning
Enrichments
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer a Reggio-inspired play-based curriculum since 1965
- Parents actively participate in their child's learning process
- Our program nurtures social-emotional development and independence
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized attention
- Our staff implements evidence-based early childhood education practices
What people say
Fantastic staff
Play-centered approach
Nurturing environment
Parent involvement
Developmentally appropriate
Services
3's Preschool
Our 3's Preschool program provides age-appropriate play-based learning experiences for three-year-olds. Through structured activities and free exploration, children develop social skills, fine motor abilities, and early cognitive concepts. The curriculum emphasizes relationship-building and emotional regulation while maintaining a foundation for future academic success.
4's Pre-K
The 4's Pre-K program prepares four-year-olds for kindergarten through enhanced learning opportunities. Our curriculum focuses on emergent literacy, mathematical thinking, and scientific exploration while maintaining play as the primary learning vehicle. Children engage in more complex social interactions and develop greater independence in classroom routines.
Co-op Learning
Co-op Learning involves parent participation in classroom activities twice monthly. Parents work directly with teachers to support children's learning experiences while gaining insights into early childhood education practices. This collaborative approach reduces tuition costs and strengthens family connections within our educational community.
Enrichments
Enrichment programs provide specialized learning experiences beyond core curriculum offerings. These include seasonal activities, community days, and themed educational events that expand children's exposure to diverse concepts and experiences while reinforcing classroom learning objectives.
Questions
When does preschool start for the 2025-2026 school year?
Preschool begins in September 2025. Registration opens February 5, 2025 for the upcoming school year.
How does parent participation work in the co-op program?
Parents participate in classroom activities twice monthly, assisting with learning centers and daily routines under teacher supervision.
Is the program religiously affiliated?
While housed at First United Methodist Church, our educational program remains secular with a focus on inclusive values.
What curriculum approach do you use?
We implement a Reggio-inspired play-based curriculum emphasizing child-led exploration and developmentally appropriate practices.
How do you incorporate social-emotional learning?
Through play-based activities that build relationships, develop negotiation skills, and foster emotional resilience in a supportive environment.
