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Statement

Our mission is to create a nurturing and enriching environment through a play-based curriculum. We harness the expertise of our dedicated teachers with active involvement of parents to foster each child’s confidence, love of learning, and preparation for future success. We are committed to building a supportive community where children thrive and develop essential skills for their lifelong journey.

Who are we

Overview

At John Knox Co-op Preschool, we shine bright by offering a stimulating and enriching experience through our play-based curriculum. As a parent-cooperative preschool, we focus on developing each child’s confidence, problem-solving abilities, and love of learning. Our passionate teachers create a fun environment where children explore at their own pace, foster open play, and develop curiosity. Through games, science, music, crafts, stories, and more, we blend emergent and educational curricula to build kindergarten readiness skills. At John Knox, your child will make friends, work as a team, and come home with paint on their clothes and a smile on their face.

What is a Co-op

Preschool offers children experiences they might not have at home. It provides opportunities for creative expression through various art and music activities, helps them learn to interact well with others, fosters self-discipline, and introduces them to the joys of learning and teamwork.

A cooperative preschool, like John Knox Co-op Preschool, is operated by teachers and parents of the children who attend. Your involvement as a parent brings several benefits: you become an integral part of your child’s education, connect with other dedicated parents, and provide your child with a high-quality education at an affordable price. Each parent or family representative is responsible for assisting in the classroom as a teacher’s aide for about 5 weeks each school year, under the guidance of our experienced staff. Parents collaborate and often swap work days to fit their personal schedules. In addition to helping in the classroom, families contribute to the upkeep of the school and participate in a few mandatory events throughout the year, such as the Parent Orientation, Fall Festival, Fundraisers, the Christmas Workshop and other fun events that enrich the children’s experience.

At John Knox Co-op Preschool, the cooperative spirit thrives! We warmly welcome the energy and talents of parents and their families, enhancing the preschool experience to be rich, vibrant, and enjoyable for the children.


The People behind the scene

Meet our Staff

We are proud to introduce you to our exceptional team of educators and caregivers. Each member of our staff brings a wealth of experience, passion, and commitment to nurturing your child’s growth and development. Together, we create a supportive and enriching environment where every child can thrive.

Testimonials

What Parents Say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4.85 from reviews

Highly Recommended

John Knox isn’t just a preschool, it’s a family. All three of my older children have attended 2 years of John Knox Co-op Preschool. Each one has loved it in his own way. The thing I love best is that the teachers absolutely love the children and the families. John Knox holds a special place in each of our hearts and has not only provided a place for my children to learn and prepare for Kindergarten, but has provided a great foundation for the love of learning and the excitement of “going to school”. I unreservedly recommend it and am looking forward to returning with with my youngest child.

Thanks for this opportunity, Leslie, and I wish you a wonderful school year!

★★★★★

Heather Hamby

Excellent

My 4 years at John Knox Co-op with 2 kids has been wonderful experience for our family. The teachers at John Knox have created a nurturing environment where young children are able to learn and grow. I have been truly impressed with the endless patience and love they have shown over the years. Beyond the classroom, being a part of the co-op experience has allowed us to be more involved with the classroom and teachers and to get to know the other students and families. We loved being a part of the John Knox Co-op family.

★★★★★

The Nothelfer Family

Outstanding

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the 4 years we had at JKCP. This wonderful preschool provides the perfect balance of learning through play and structured curriculum. All of the teachers truly care and love the children with the patience, kindness, and warmth that they show them. You can feel good about leaving your child there and this being their first educational experience. Both of my children became socially and academically “kindergarten ready” after attending JKCP. Being a part of a Co-op, you become part of a family of supportive parents, nurturing teachers, and adorable children. I was also on the board which let me become further involved with the school and proved to be an enriching experience. We absolutely love JKCP and would genuinely recommend this

★★★★

The Johansen Family

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We have a simple billing system which allows you to pay for services on a monthly or yearly basis.

How does billing work?

We have a simple billing system which allows you to pay for services on a monthly or yearly basis.

How does billing work?

We have a simple billing system which allows you to pay for services on a monthly or yearly basis.

How does billing work?

We have a simple billing system which allows you to pay for services on a monthly or yearly basis.

How does billing work?

We have a simple billing system which allows you to pay for services on a monthly or yearly basis.