Seattle Preschool Frequently Asked Questions

How old does my child have to be to attend Seattle Preschool?
We enroll children between the ages of 3 and 5 years.
Are the children separated by age?
No. Unless it pertains to the curriculum, students are always mixed. This promotes social awareness and self paced development.
What is the ratio of teachers to students?
Two teachers to a maximum of 20 students.
Does my child have to be potty trained?
Yes. Your child needs to be able to recognize the need to use the toilet, express that need to teachers and must be self sufficient while using the bathroom
What about "Pull-ups"?
Our preference is actual underwear.
But what if he/she has an "accident" at school?
Occasionally? No Problem. Every day? Problem. If your child is challenged by the need to be self-sufficient in the bathroom, he/she may need more time to work on the concept rather than to be forced into an uncomfortable situation. You know your child best.
Are you open all year?
Our regular program begins in September and ends in June, following the Seattle Public Schools' calendar. We also offer a Summer program with separate enrollment.
How do I enroll?
When you are ready to enroll, stop by the classroom to pick up an enrollment contract. As long as there is space available, the director or lead teacher will initial your schedule choice and then you can take the completed contract to our Registrar along with a non-refundable deposit of one month's tuition and a $75 supply fee.
What are the schedule options?
You may enroll your child for M/W/F or T/Th mornings or afternoons. Students who will be entering Kindergarten in Fall of 2013 are also eligible to enroll for M-F PM. The morning program is from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The afternoon program is from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM.  There is no full day preschool option.
Can I enroll for T/W/Th or something different?
No. If we enroll children on different schedules other than our standard rhythms, it makes filling all spaces more of a challenge.
But what if the days or times that I want are full?
We encourage you to add your name to our waiting list if the schedule you prefer is currently full. The wait list is not impossible. People's lives change. You can add your name by calling our Registrar at 206-267-3108.
What if my child is too young to attend this year, but I want to stay in touch for next year?
By all means, send an email to jsilverstein@seattlegymnastics.com with your address information so that we can add your to our mailing list! We have an open house in February and begin taking enrollment at that time for the following Fall.
Can we visit the school before we decide?
Of course! We schedule visits for Monday-Friday at 11:40 AM and 1:15 PM.  The students are in gymnastics at that time which makes the teaching staff available to show you our classroom and answer any questions you may have about our program. To schedule an appointment contact us at 206-267-2989 x106 or send an email to jsilverstein@seattlegymnastics.com.