Preschool Programs Tailored for Every Age
As an established preschool in northeast Seattle, Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool has been proudly serving the North and Northeast Seattle communities since 1948. We are a parent-owned and operated cooperative preschool that offers affordable and enriching programs for children aged 1 to 5. Our commitment to providing high-quality classes for children at various stages of early childhood development sets us apart.
Toddlers: Ages 1-2
- Class meets on Fridays from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
- Tuition: $72 per month*
Pre-3s: Ages 2-3
- Class meets on Mondays and Fridays from 9 am to 11 am
- Tuition: $105 per month*
3-5s: Ages 3-5
- September to December: Class meets on Mondays from 12 pm, to 3 pm and Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9 am to 12 pm
- January to June: Class meets on Mondays from 11 am to 3 pm, and Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9 am to 1 pm
- Tuition: $263 per month for 3-4-year-olds, $280 per month for Pre-K or 4-5 year olds (includes field trips)*
*NOTE: Your Child must meet the minimum age for the class by Aug 31. Tuition prices for 2023-24 only. Parent must register at North Seattle College and pay tuition of $52.23 each quarter. Only Pre-K students will attend class on the first Monday of each month.
What Wedgwood Co-op Offers
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Benefits for ChildrenPlay and fun are what kids thrive on! Quality teachers provide a play-based curriculum built on preschooler’s interests, and circle time offers a time for stories, music, and excitement! Wedgwood Co-op also values the benefits of playing outside and the play space is the perfect place for outside exploration and learning. Social-emotional skills are practiced in a safe supportive environment so preschoolers will have the skills needed for a great start in elementary school. Older preschoolers will also enjoy field trips and a variety of special guests invited to the classroom. Wedgwood Co-op is a great place to start the love of learning!
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Benefits for CaregiversWedgwood Co-op is a great program full of opportunities for parents and caregivers. Caregivers own and operate the school allowing each parent to be personally involved in their child’s education and meet other families. Being a part of a co-op helps parents to expand their parenting skills by learning from the wisdom and parenting tools of parent educators, PAC lectures provided throughout the year, and most importantly from other parents in their same life stage! Learn more about what parents love on our blog.
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Benefits for CommunityBoth parents and children benefit from being part of a cooperative preschool's invested and supportive community. Whether it is the fun of playdates and grabbing a cup of coffee or carpooling and childcare swapping, the support is felt by the whole family and friendships are made. Wedgwood Co-op offers accessible tuition, quality parent education, and school wide community events throughout the year. Our commitment to teaching inclusion and celebrating diversity is an essential part of our community building within our school and throughout our Northeast Seattle neighborhood. Wedgwood Co-op truly is a family of families and a great place to find your “village”!
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Desirable Policies
What Makes Us Stand Out in the Co-op System
Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool is owned and operated by enrolled families. That means that each preschool in the North Seattle College system has slightly different policies depending on the decisions made by their board. Parents are encouraged to take the opportunity to serve on the board and shape their child's experience.
Here are some of the policies that make Wedgwood Co-op a desirable preschool:
Here are some of the policies that make Wedgwood Co-op a desirable preschool:
- Babes-in-Arms. To support families with new babies, parents may bring an infant under the age of six months to an older sibling’s class on the parent's workday. (Infant must be approved and registered, and certain rules must be followed in class.)
- Twins or Multiples. To facilitate parent/child separation, parents with more than one child in the same class may be permitted to work less in the classroom. (Must be approved to ensure that the class maintains proper ratios.)
- Alternate Caregivers. Adults other than the child's parents, such as a nanny or grandparent, may fulfill the classroom workday requirement. (Must be approved, and alternate caregiver must register with NSC.)
Where to Find Wedgwood Co-op
Location and Community Engagement
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Find us at 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115.
Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool meets in the basement of Faith Lutheran Church in north Seattle. Our entrance is in the alley near the southeast portion of the church with a white gate going down to the classroom. We love exploring our nearby Seattle neighborhoods of Maple Leaf, Roosevelt, Meadowbrook, View Ridge, Ravenna, Bryant, and beyond on field trips and park playdates. Building community is at the heart of the cooperative model, and we love expanding children's sense of belonging in their city. |
Join Our Community and Discover the Wedgwood Difference
Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool is dedicated to providing an affordable, high-quality education for children in a nurturing and supportive environment. With our rich history, diverse programs, and active parent involvement, we are more than just a preschool—we are a community. Come and be a part of Wedgwood Co-op, where lifelong friendships and a love for learning are nurtured.