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2025 SUMMER SCHOOL FOR PRESCHOOL"READY, SET, KINDERGARTEN!" REGISTRATION BEGAN ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12TH, 2025 AND THE REGISTRATION PERIOD HAS NOW ENDED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE PROGRAM.Ready, Set, Kindergarten is a four-week language and literacy-rich preschool experience taught by licensed teachers. Classes will include interactive read alouds, extended conversations, interaction around writing, instruction of letters and sounds and phonemic awareness. Students must be age 5 by September 1, 2025. Transportation will be available. There will be a Meet and Greet for all families attending summer school on Monday, June 9th from 3pm-4:30pm to meet the teaching staff and see the classrooms. Classes will be held June 10th-July 3rd, Monday-Thursday from 9:00-11:30 am at the Pond Center (9600 3rd Ave S). There will be no class held on Thursday, June 19th (Juneteenth). Students must be able to be successful in a 1:10 Teacher-Student ratio setting, there will be no Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) support in the Ready, Set, Kindergarten summer program. Priority will be given to students who are currently attending 2024-25 Bloomington Preschool programs and will be attending Kindergarten with Bloomington Public Schools in 2025-26. SUMMER SCHOOL TUITION LEVELS AND COSTS SLIDING FEE SCALE FAMILY SIZE Level 1 Income Level 2 Income Level 3 Income Level 4 Income 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ ONE TIME TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Summer School, June 9-July 3 (M-Th) $0 $84.50 $169 $338 Please refer to the chart above to determine your level based on the size of your family and your income. You will be able to choose one of these levels during the registration process. All families are welcome. No one will be denied participation due to inability to pay. Para ayuda en Español contacte a Ruth Evangelista 952-681-6219 revangelista@isd271.org Hadii aad u baahan tahay caawinaad dheeraad oo Somali ah ,Fadlan soo Wac 952-681-6269 qhassan@isd271.orgChild Care Program -
2025-2026 Early Childhood Family EducationEarly Childhood Family Education (birth-5 years old) Parent/Guardian and child classes as well as parent support.Category
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2025-26 Preschool (starts Fall 2025)PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION CHECKLIST 2025-2026 For more information email EarlyLearning@isd271.org or call 952-681-5500 ❏ Class Registration startnow.isd271.org (Directions in English, Spanish, Somali) ❏ Online Enrollment olr.isd271.orgBloomington Community Education ❏ Early Childhood Screening or Special Education Evaluation ecscreening.youcanbook.me For questions or to schedule a screening call 952-681-6200 or email ecscreening@isd271.org We also ask for: ❏ Birth Certificate ❏ Immunizations Record ❏ Proof of Income if applying for Level 1 or Level 2 or Level 3 (free or reduced) (Previous year’s 1040 Tax Form, or 4 weeks of pay stubs, or copy of SNAP card, or copy of WIC card) ❏ MDE Application for Educational Benefits Form 2025-26 TUITION LEVEL AND COST ( Level 1, 2, & 3 require proof of income ) FAMILY SIZE AND INCOME Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 One time fee $0 $25 $50 $75 MONTHLY TUITION FEE Level 1(monthly) Level 2(monthly) Level 3(monthly) Level 4(monthly) Preschool for Three’s (T/TH class) $0 $42.25 $84.50 $169 Preschool for Three’s, (M/W/F class) $0 $63.25 $126.50 $253 Preschool for Three’s and Four’s (M-F class) $0 $105.50 $211 $422 OPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION FEE Level 1 1(monthly) Level 2 2(monthly) Level 3 3(monthly) Level 4 4(monthly) Monthly fee for Preschool for Four’s only $0 $0 $30 $60Child Care Program -
2025-26 Step into Preschool (starts Fall 2025)***Step into Preschool is currently full. To add your child to the waiting list, please complete a registration for your child. You will be contacted by phone and email if a spot becomes available.*** Step into Preschool is a class designed for children who turn 3 after September 1st, 2025. Children will get a taste of what preschool is like in this class. A licensed teacher will provide opportunities for children to work on social emotional, language and literacy skills through read alouds, conversation and singing with friends and adults other than their caregivers. Playtime on the playground and/or in the gym will be included throughout the day. This class is offered for 2 hours, 2 days per week on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:45-11:45am. Registrations will be processed in the order in which they are received based on your child's date of birth. Children MUST be 3 years old and potty trained before attending class. Parents have the option to attend a parent education session monthly while their student is in class. Sliding fee scale applies. This class will be billed monthly. You will also be eligible for early preschool registration for the 2026-2027 school year when enrolled in this class.Child Care Program -
26-27 ELWB PreschoolPRESCHOOL REGISTRATION CHECKLIST 2026-2027 For more information email earlylearning@isd271.org or call 952-806-8903 ❏ Preschool Class Registration bloomington.arux.app/ (Directions in English, Spanish, Somali) Please choose the age of how old your child will be on September 1st, 2026 ❏ Online Enrollment CLICK HERE to enroll into bloomington Public Schools (click enroll now) Families only need to complete this process once, unless your family has moved to a new address. If you have already done this, you do not need to repeat this step. ❏ Early Childhood Screening CLICK HERE to schedule your appointment. Children are screened one time after they turn three years old. You do not need to complete this step again. If your child has been screened at another location, please contact us by phone or email and provide the name of the program and the city where the screening took place. For questions or need help scheduling your screening appointment call 952-681-6203 or email ecscreening@isd271.org If your child turns 3 over the summer you can still register now. Please don't forget to schedule a screening before school starts ❏ Special Education Evaluation Only if you have concerns about your child's development, please call our Special Education Supervisor at 952-806-8959 or visit https://helpmegrowmn.org/HMG/Refer/index.html We also ask for: ❏ Birth Certificate ❏ Immunizations Record ❏ Proof of Income (if applying for Level 1 or Level 2 or Level 3) - 2025 1040 Tax Form - A month of pay stubs *Please note that all families will be charged the full tuition rate until proof of income is submitted regardless of the level you chose during the registration process. Payments will begin on Sept 1st 2026. ❏ MDE Application for Educational Benefits Form This will be completed when you meet your teacher prior to the start of the school year.Child Care Program -
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Adults w/ DisabilitiesThree adults in an art room. Each person holds a craft project of a wooden board with a ribbon butterfly and stickers.Category -
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Camp/Summit SAFARICamp SAFARI is a full day school-age child care program for youth entering kindergarten through 4th grade. The philosophy of Camp SAFARI is to lead children to discover friendship, independence and confidence through art, music, sports, drama and recreational activities. The staff and program facilitates a warm and secure environment for channeling children's energy and meeting their individual needs. Camp SAFARI is located in the following buildings this year: Ridgeview Elementary and Valley View Elementary. A breakfast snack and afternoon snack and many fun activities including field trips are part of your tuition. Lunch will be available at Valley View Elementary as that site qualifies for the Summer Feed Program through the state. Students attending Ridgeview Elementary will need to bring a bag lunch with a beverage. Summit SAFARI is for students entering 5th and 6th grades offering new and fresh opportunities that are geared for this age. We will have leadership opportunities, community service and so much more. This program will be held at Valley View Middle School. A breakfast snack, lunch and afternoon snack and many fun activities including field trips are part of your tuition.Child Care Program -
Early Camp SAFARIEarly Camp SAFARI is a summer experience for children completing the 2025/26 school year in a BPS preschool program. It is designed to meet the needs of working families who need full-day child care and desire a summer camp experience. Children will discover friendship, independence, and confidence through art, music, sports, drama, and recreational activities. The staff and program facilitates a warm and secure environment for channeling children's energy and meeting their individual needs. Early Camp SAFARI is located at Valley View Elementary School. A light breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided. Children will need to bring a water bottle from home. Also included are water days on-site and special events throughout the summer.Child Care Program
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Early Childhood Family Education Classes (ECFE)Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a Bloomington Area School District Community Education program that supports families with children ages birth–5 through parent-child activities and parent education.Category -
Kids' SAFARIKids' SAFARI is a before and after school program offered for children in kindergarten through grade 5. The focus of these programs is on school-age childcare and enrichment opportunities designed to meet the changing needs of children and families. Kids' SAFARI is located at Bloomington Public School Elementary buildings. For more information, please visit our website: www.kidssafari.orgChild Care Program -
Preschool SAFARI CareFamilies will register for the preschool class time separately from the care times. The chart below has information on rates. Preschool SAFARI Care Rates 2025/26 per Session per Child, Early Learning at Washburn Program Preschool SAFARI Care Before Care Hours 6:30am - 9:45am Before Care Fees $17.50 per day After Care Hours 12:15pm - 6:00pm After Care Fees $28.50 per day Preschool SAFARI Care Rates 2026/27 per Session per Child, Early Learning at Washburn Program Preschool SAFARI Care Before Care Hours 6:30am - 1:35pm Before Care Fees $32.00 per day After Care Hours 4:05pm - 6:00pm After Care Fees $14.00 per dayChild Care Program -
z2023-24 PreschoolEn español THIS ENROLLMENT IS FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR. TO REGISTER FOR THE 2024-25 THAT STARTS IN THE FALL OF 2024 PLEASE VISIT https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/41/2024-25-preschool-starts-fall-2024 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR, PLEASE CALL 952-681-6200 OR 952-681-6212 OR EMAIL EarlyLearning@isd271.org bloomington Preschool is committed to preparing your child for success in kindergarten and beyond! Starting preschool is an exciting milestone in your child's life. Our licensed teachers set up classrooms to help children discover a love for learning while working on social emotional skills that will help get them ready for lifelong learning. bloomington Preschool classes are for 3 and 4 year-olds. Children have both large and small group learning experiences in literacy, writing, math, music, art, and science. We offer Preschool for Four's 5 days per week (M-F) for 2.5 hours at Pond and Southwood Centers and for those who live in the attendance areas of Oak Grove, Valley View, and Washburn Elementary. To receive busing to Oak Grove, Valley View, and Washburn you MUST live or have a daycare address in that school's enrollment area. To receive busing to Pond Center you must live or have daycare address in the Indian Mounds or Poplar Bridge enrollment area. To receive busing to Southwood Center you must live or have a daycare address in the Normandale Hills, Olson, Ridgeview, or Westwood enrollment areas. Visit https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/find-your-school to confirm your enrollment area. Children must be 4 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool for Four's. We offer Preschool for Three's 2 days per week (Tuesdays & Thursdays) or 3 days per week (Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays) for 2.5 hours at Pond and Southwood Centers. Parents/guardians must provide transportation to and from school, unless a child is on an IEP and qualifies for Early Childhood Special Education busing. Children must be 3 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool for Three's. We offer Preschool SAFARI classes for three and four year olds (mixed age) at Pond Center (AM & PM), Hillcrest (PM), Normandale Hills (AM & PM), and Westwood (AM) for those families looking for before or after class daycare. Please remember to also create a Preschool SAFARI CARE contract here: https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/32/preschool-safari-care. For more information Preschool SAFARI CARE, email KidsSafari@isd271.org. Children must be 3 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool SAFARI. Children who are 5 years old as of September 1st, 2023 may potentially attend a 4 year old preschool class, BUT because they are eligible for Kindergarten, they are ineligible for the Sliding Fee Scale and will need to pay the full price Level 4 tuition and fees. In order to complete the preschool registration checklist we also need you to register with the school district as a student and complete an Early Childhood Screening. Registration with school district: www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/enrollment Click on ENROLL NOW Early Childhood Screening: ecscreening.youcanbook.me Call 952-681-6200 or email ecscreening@isd271.org for more information on screening. TUITION LEVEL AND COST ( Level 1, 2, & 3 require proof of income ) FAMILY SIZE AND INCOME Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 One time fee $0 $25 $50 $75 MONTHLY TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Preschool for Three’s, 2 days per week $0 $39.75 $79.50 $159 Preschool for Three’s, 3 days per week $0 $59.75 $119.50 $239 Preschool 5 days per week $0 $99.50 $199 $398 OPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Monthly fee for Preschool for Four’s only $0 $0 $25 $50 Preschool has a sliding fee scale available for families who have a documented financial need. All income must be verified in order to qualify for the sliding scale fee. Pathway 1 Early Learning scholarships area accepted. For more information on how to qualify visit the following LINK. For more information, call 952-681-6200 or email earlylearning@isd271.org Para ayuda en Español contacte a 952-681-6219 revangelista@isd271.org Hadii aad u baahan tahay caawinaad dheeraad oo Somali ah ,Fadlan soo Wac 952-681-6269 qhassan@isd271.orgChild Care Program -
z2023-24 Step into PreschoolStep into Preschool is currently full. Please reach out to our office at 952-681-6200 with questions. Step into Preschool is a class designed for children who turn 3 after September 1st, 2023. Children will get a taste of what preschool is like in this class. A licensed teacher will provide opportunities for children to work on social emotional, language and literacy skills through read alouds, conversation and singing with friends and adults other than their caregivers. Playtime on the playground and/or in the gym will be included throughout the day. Classes will be offered 2 days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30am at Valley View Elementary School. Registrations will be processed in the order in which they are received based on your child's date of birth. Children MUST be 3 years old and potty trained before attending class. Sliding fee scale applies. This class will be billed monthly. You will also be eligible for early preschool registration for the 2024-2025 school year when enrolled in this class.Child Care Program -
z2024-25 Preschool (starts Fall 2024)GENERAL REGISTRATION FOR THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR HAS NOW ENDED For more information or to sign up for the 2025-26 Preschool year (starting Fall 2025), visit the following link: https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/44/2025-26-preschool-starts-fall-2025 ___________________________________________________________________ bloomington Preschool is committed to preparing your child for success in kindergarten and beyond! Starting preschool is an exciting milestone in your child's life. Our licensed teachers set up classrooms to help children discover a love for learning while working on social emotional skills that will help get them ready for lifelong learning. bloomington Preschool classes are for 3 and 4 year-olds. Children have both large and small group learning experiences in literacy, writing, math, music, art, and science. Again this year all students enroll for preschool using the same set of questions regardless of age or preferred site or time. The program administrators will then create a contract and place your child at a specific site/time based on your responses to the enrollment questionnaire. We offer Preschool for Four's 5 days per week (M-F) for 2.5 hours at Pond and Southwood Centers and Oak Grove Elementary, Valley View Elementary, and Washburn Elementary. To receive busing to Oak Grove, Valley View, and Washburn you MUST live or have a daycare address in that school's enrollment area. For students who live in any other Elementary enrollment area, the busing goes as follows: Four year old children who live or have a daycare address in Valley View Middle School and Oak Grove Middle School enrollment areas are able to bus to Pond Center. Four year old children who live or have a daycare address in Olson Middle School enrollment area are able to bus to Southwood Center. Visit https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/find-your-school to confirm your enrollment area. Children must be 4 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool for Four's. We offer Preschool for Three's 2 days per week (Tuesdays & Thursdays) or 3 days per week (Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays) for 2.5 hours at Pond and Southwood Centers. Parents/guardians must provide transportation to and from school, unless a child is on an IEP and qualifies for Early Childhood Special Education busing. Children must be 3 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool for Three's. We offer Preschool SAFARI classes for three and four year olds (mixed age) at Pond Center, Normandale Hills, and Westwood for those families looking for before or after class daycare. Please remember to also create a Preschool SAFARI CARE contract here: https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/32/preschool-safari-care. For more information Preschool SAFARI CARE, email KidsSafari@isd271.org. Children must be 3 years old as of September 1st, 2023 to attend Preschool SAFARI. Children who are 5 years old as of September 1st, 2023 may potentially attend a 4 year old preschool class, BUT because they are eligible for Kindergarten, they are ineligible for the Sliding Fee Scale and will need to pay the full price Level 4 tuition and fees. In order to complete the preschool registration checklist we also need you to register with the school district as a student and complete an Early Childhood Screening. These steps MUST be completed before your contract could be approved and your child placed in a class. Registration with school district: www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/enrollment Click on ENROLL NOW Early Childhood Screening: ecscreening.youcanbook.me Call 952-681-6200 or email ecscreening@isd271.org for more information on screening. 2024-25 TUITION LEVEL AND COST ( Level 1, 2, & 3 require proof of income ) FAMILY SIZE AND INCOME Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 One time fee $0 $25 $50 $75 MONTHLY TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Preschool for Three’s, 2 days per week $0 $41 $82 $164 Preschool for Three’s, 3 days per week $0 $61.50 $123 $246 Preschool 5 days per week $0 $102.50 $205 $410 OPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Monthly fee for Preschool for Four’s only $0 $0 $30 $60 Preschool has a sliding fee scale available for families who have a documented financial need. All income must be verified in order to qualify for the sliding scale fee. Pathway 1 Early Learning scholarships area accepted. For more information on how to qualify visit the following LINK. For more information, call 952-681-6200 or email earlylearning@isd271.org Para ayuda en Español contacte a 952-681-6219 revangelista@isd271.org Hadii aad u baahan tahay caawinaad dheeraad oo Somali ah ,Fadlan soo Wac 952-681-6269 qhassan@isd271.orgChild Care Program -
z2024-25 Step into Preschool (starts Fall 2024)24/25 Step into Preschool is now full and will be running a waiting list. Please reach out to our office at 952-681-6200 with questions. Step into Preschool is a class designed for children who turn 3 after September 1st, 2024. Children will get a taste of what preschool is like in this class. A licensed teacher will provide opportunities for children to work on social emotional, language and literacy skills through read alouds, conversation and singing with friends and adults other than their caregivers. Playtime on the playground and/or in the gym will be included throughout the day. Classes will be offered 2 days per week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-11:30am at Valley View Elementary School. Registrations will be processed in the order in which they are received based on your child's date of birth. Children MUST be 3 years old and potty trained before attending class. Sliding fee scale applies. This class will be billed monthly. You will also be eligible for early preschool registration for the 2025-2026 school year when enrolled in this class.Child Care Program -
zBloomington Summer Preschool Classes 2023Summer Preschool class registration opened MARCH 13th, registration has now closed! Preschool summer programming at Pond Center is a four-week language and literacy rich preschool experience for children who will be in Kindergarten (Kamp Kinder) or in 4 year old preschool (Fantastic Fours) in the fall. This is a great opportunity to experience preschool with licensed teachers and an engaging curriculum. Parents with students in Fantastic Fours must provide students with their own transportation. Classes will be held July 5 - 27 Kamp Kinder classes: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-11:30am Age Requirements: Child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2023 Fantastic Fours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-11:30am Age Requirements: Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2023 Priority will be given to students attending the 2023-24 Bloomington ELS Preschool or Kindergarten at a BPS Elementary School. Sliding Fee Scale applies. SUMMER SCHOOL TUITION LEVELS AND COSTS SLIDING FEE SCALE FAMILY SIZE Level 1 Income Level 2 Income Level 3 Income Level 4 Income 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ ONE TIME TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Summer School, July 5-27 (Mon-Thu) $0 $80 $160 $320 Please see the Community Ed catalog for more information.Child Care Program -
zBloomington Summer Preschool Classes 2024Summer Preschool class registration opens APRIL 8TH at 8AM! Preschool summer programming at Pond Center is a four-week language and literacy rich preschool experience for children who will be in Kindergarten (Kamp Kinder) or in 4 year old preschool (Fantastic Fours) in the fall. This is a great opportunity to experience preschool with licensed teachers and an engaging curriculum. Parents with students in Fantastic Fours must provide students with their own transportation. Classes will be held July 8th - August 1st Kamp Kinder classes: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-11:30am Age Requirements: Child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2024 Fantastic Fours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-11:30am Age Requirements: Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2024 Priority will be given to students attending the 2024-25 Bloomington ELS Preschool or Kindergarten at a BPS Elementary School. Sliding Fee Scale applies. SUMMER SCHOOL TUITION LEVELS AND COSTS SLIDING FEE SCALE FAMILY SIZE Level 1 Income Level 2 Income Level 3 Income Level 4 Income 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ ONE TIME TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Summer School, Jul 8-Aug 1 (M-Th) $0 $82 $164 $328 Please see the Community Ed catalog for more information.Child Care Program -
zCamp SAFARI:See Kids' SAFARI Summer for 2018Camp SAFARI is a full-day school-age child care program for youth entering kindergarten through 6th grade. The philosophy of Camp SAFARI is to lead children to discover friendship, independence, and confidence through art, music, sports, drama, and recreational activities. *Space is limited, site is not guaranteed.*Child Care Program
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zEarly Learners AcademyOur Early Learners Academy is currently full. Anyone registering at this time will be placed on a waitlist. Early Learners Academy is an early education experience for three, four, or five-year old children. It is designed to meet the needs of working families who need full-day child care and desire a Kindergarten readiness experience. Early Learners Academy will support the educational development of your child and prepare him or her for the Bloomington Public Schools Kindergarten curriculum.Child Care Program -
zPreschool SAFARI Class 22-23REGISTRATION HAS NOW ENDED FOR THE CURRENT 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR To register for Fall of 2023 classes, go to https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/39/2023-24-preschool. Currently many sites are all FULL and have a WAITLIST. If more than one class would work for your child, please list a second or third option on your contract, to improve your chances of getting an available seat. We fill seats on a first come, first served basis with families that have completed all of the required paperwork and enrollments. Children must have been THREE years old as of September 1st, 2022 in order to attend Preschool Safari. Starting preschool is an exciting milestone in your child’s life. The bloomington Preschool Safari program is committed to preparing your child for success in kindergarten and beyond! Our licensed teachers set up classrooms to help children discover a love for learning while working on social emotional skills that will help get them ready for lifelong learning. Preschool classes focus on providing a foundation for lifelong learning and to help create social relationships. Children have both large and small group learning experiences in literacy, writing, math, music, art, and science. Parents/guardians must provide transportation to and from school, unless a child is on an IEP and qualifies for Early Childhood Special Education busing. Looking for preschool with busing for your incoming 4 year old? Check out Preschool for Four's. Looking for a 2 or 3 day a week preschool program for your incoming 3 year old? Check out Preschool for Three's. If you plan on using Before/After (or both) daycare at your Safari site, please remember to also create a Preschool Safari CARE contract here: https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/32/preschool-safari-care. For more information Preschool Safari CARE, email KidsSafari@isd271.org. In order to complete the preschool registration checklist we also need you to register with the school district as a student and complete an Early Childhood Screening. Registration with school district: www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/enrollment Click on ENROLL NOW Early Childhood Screening: ecscreening.youcanbook.me Call 952-681-6200 or email ecscreening@isd271.org for more information on screening. Check out the Community Ed Catalog for more information. 2022-2023 bloomington PRESCHOOL SAFARI Normandale Hills Elementary Poplar Bridge Elementary Westwood Elementary Hillcrest Community School PROGRAM Preschool Safari - AM & PM Preschool Safari - AM Preschool Safari - PM Ages(As of September 1st, 2022) Mixed Age (3 & 4 Year Old) Mixed Age (3 & 4 Year Old) Mixed Age (3 & 4 Year Old) Days Monday-Friday Monday-Friday Monday-Friday Class Times AM Class: 9:05a-11:35aPM Class: 12:45p-3:15p AM 9:05a-11:35a PM 12:45p-3:15p Tuition Cost Sliding Fee Scale Sliding Fee Scale Sliding Fee Scale Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Services Available NO YES YES Transportation Available NO ECSE transportation provided during the Preschool class portion of the day on a case-by-case basis. ECSE transportation provided during the Preschool class portion of the day on a case-by-case basis. Before Care Hours & Fees AM Class: 6:30a-9:05a, $15/day PM Class: 6:30a-12:45p, $25/day 6:30a-9:05a$15/day 6:30a-12:45p$25/day After Care Hours & Fees AM Class: 11:35a-6p, $25/day PM Class: 3:15p-6p, $15/day 11:35a-6p$25/day 3:15p-6p$15/day USE THIS CHART TO DETERMINE YOUR TUITION LEVEL AND COST Level 1, 2, & 3 require proof of income FAMILY SIZE AND INCOME Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 One time fee $0 $25 $50 $75 MONTHLY TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Preschool 5 days per week $0 $96.50 $193 $386Child Care Program -
zPreschool for Four's 22-23REGISTRATION HAS NOW ENDED FOR THE CURRENT 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR To register for Fall of 2023 classes, go to https://bloomington.arux.app/child-care/39/2023-24-preschool Currently many sites are FULL and have a WAITLIST. If more than one class would work for your child, please list a second or third option on your contract, to improve your chances of getting an available seat. We fill seats on a first come, first served basis with families that have completed all of the required paperwork and enrollments. Children must have be FOUR years old as of September 1st, 2022 in order to attend 22-23 Preschool for Four's. Starting preschool is an exciting milestone in your child’s life. The bloomington preschool program is committed to preparing your child for success in kindergarten and beyond! Our licensed teachers set up classrooms to help children discover a love for learning while working on social emotional skills that will help get them ready for lifelong learning. The year before kindergarten is an exciting time, as your child’s abilities and independence grow by leaps and bounds! Preschool classes focus on providing a foundation for lifelong learning and to help create social relationships. Children have both large and small group learning experiences in literacy, writing, math, music, art, and science. We offer Preschool for Four's 5 days per week (M-F) for 2.5 hours at Pond and Southwood Centers and for those who live in the attendance areas of Indian Mounds, Oak Grove, Valley View, and Washburn Elementary. To receive busing to Indian Mounds, Oak Grove, Valley View, and Washburn you MUST live or have a daycare address in that school's enrollment area. To receive busing to Pond Center you must live or have daycare address in the Poplar Bridge enrollment area. To receive busing to Southwood Center you must live or have a daycare address in the Normandale Hills, Olson, Ridgeview, or Westwood enrollment areas. Visit https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/find-your-school to confirm your enrollment area. Looking for mixed-age 5 day a week preschool with before and after care? Check out Preschool SAFARI! In order to complete the preschool registration checklist we also need you to register with the school district as a student and complete an Early Childhood Screening. Registration with school district: www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/enrollment Click on ENROLL NOW Early Childhood Screening: ecscreening.youcanbook.me Call 952-681-6200 or email ecscreening@isd271.org for more information on screening. Check out the Community Ed Catalog for more information. USE THIS CHART TO DETERMINE YOUR TUITION LEVEL AND COST Level 1, 2, & 3 require proof of income FAMILY SIZE AND INCOME Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 2 $0-$28,452 $28,453-$31,896 $31,897-$41,465 $41,466+ 3 $0-$35,844 $35,845-$40,188 $40,189-$52,244 $52,245+ 4 $0-$43,236 $43,237-$48,480 $48,481-$63,024 $63,025+ 5 $0-$50,628 $50,629-$56,760 $56,761-$73,788 $73,789+ 6 $0-$58,020 $58,021-$65,052 $65,053-$84,568 $84,569+ REGISTRATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 One time fee $0 $25 $50 $75 MONTHLY TUITION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Preschool 5 days per week $0 $96.50 $193 $386 OPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION FEE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Monthly fee for Preschool for Four’s only $0 $0 $25 $50Child Care Program