How to Apply

Dodge Nature Preschool offers part-day classes for children ages three through five. 

School Year 2024–2025 Application Calendar and Procedure


After January 31, 2024
Applications received after the priority enrollment period will be considered in the order received. Families will receive enrollment offers via email provided on application. A $79 Registration Fee and Non-Refundable Deposit of one month’s tuition will be required to secure placement.

Schedule & Tuition Rates for 2024–2025


Dodge Nature Preschool offers part-day classes for children who are three years old by September 1, 2024. Families have the option of registering for two, three, or five mornings or afternoons. Children who turn five years old before June 1 are not eligible for priority placement. School year begins September 9, 2024.
Morning classes: 8:45–11:30 a.m.
Afternoon classes: 12:45–3:30 p.m.

Tuition Rates
Two day: $3,285/year or $365/month
Three day: $4,239/year or $471/month
Five mornings: $7,524/year or $836/month
Five afternoons: $6,255/year or $695/month

Dodge Nature Preschool offers Scholarships/Financial Aid for families who qualify.

Extended Care
Extended care is available for families who choose it. Space is limited.
Morning Bunch: 8:00–8:45 a.m. • $33/month for each day child attends
   for children enrolled in morning classes
Lunch Bunch: 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. • $52/month for each day child attends
   for children enrolled in either morning or afternoon classes
Children must provide their own lunch

*NEW* Afternoon Extended Care: 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. • $175/month for each day child attends
   for children enrolled in morning classes – includes lunch time and rest time
Children must provide their own lunch

After Bunch: 3:30–4:00 p.m. • $21/month for each day child attends
   for children enrolled in afternoon classes or Afternoon Extended Care

Questions? Send an email or call our front desk 651-455-4555.

The application below is only for our SCHOOL YEAR.

To apply for Summer 2024, Click Here.

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