School Year 2025–2026 Application Calendar and Procedure
Before January 31, 2025 – Priority Enrollment
To enroll your child at Dodge Nature Preschool, please complete the online application. All applications received before January 31, 2025 will be randomly numbered and placed in a lottery to provide a fair process. A new application for enrollment must be made each school year, including families who are presently on a wait list. Currently-enrolled and returning families are given priority in placement.
February 14, 2025 – Priority class placement and scholarship award notification
Families will be notified (by the email provided in the application) by the end of day February 14 with a placement or waitlist offer.
February 26, 2025 – Non-refundable May 2026 Deposits Due
A non-refundable tuition deposit, $86 registration fee and signed enrollment agreement will be due February 26, 2025 to hold placement. This payment will be applied to the May 2026 tuition only. This deposit and registration fee are non-refundable regardless of child’s attendance.
After January 31, 2025
Applications received after the priority enrollment period will be considered in the order received. Families will receive enrollment offers via email provided on application. An $86 Registration Fee and Non-Refundable Deposit of May tuition will be required to secure placement.
Schedule & Tuition Rates for 2025–2026
Dodge Nature Preschool offers part-day classes with options for extended hours between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Children must be three years old by September 1, 2025. Children who turn five years old before June 1, 2025 are not eligible for priority placement. School year begins September 8, 2025.
Part-Day Class Options:
Morning classes: 8:45–11:30 a.m.
Afternoon classes: 12:45–3:30 p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday: $3,339/year or $371/month
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $4,365/year or $485/month
Monday through Friday: $7,704/year or $856/month
*NEW* Afternoon Extended Care Options:
Extended Care runs from 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and can be added on to morning enrollment. Afternoon Extended Care includes lunch time and rest time; children must provide their own lunch.
Tuesday/Thursday: $3,258/year or $362/month
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $4,941/year or $549/month
Monday through Friday: $8,199/year or $911/month
Bunch Program Options
Bunches are available for families who choose. Space is limited.
Morning Bunch: 8:00–8:45 a.m. – for children enrolled in morning classes
Tuesday/Thursday: $66/month
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $99/month
Monday through Friday: $165/month
Lunch Bunch: 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. – for children enrolled in either morning or afternoon classes. Children must provide their own lunch.
Tuesday/Thursday: $106/month
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $159/month
Monday through Friday: $265/month
After Bunch: 3:30–4:00 p.m. – for children enrolled in afternoon classes or Afternoon Extended Care
Tuesday/Thursday: $42/month
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $63/month
Monday through Friday: $105/month
Dodge Nature Preschool offers Scholarships for part-day class tuition for families who qualify. We also accept Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) and Early Learning Scholarships. Families are encouraged to apply for these state programs as soon as possible.
Questions? Send an email or call our front desk 651-455-4555
