Welcome to the Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School's official site. We're happy you're here.
We still have select openings for the 2010-2011 school year!
Contact Courtney at registrar@grayslake-coop.com
or (847) 223-8149 for more information.
Although classes are not currently in session,
we would love to give you a tour of our school!
Call 847.223.9820 to schedule one
In order to register, we will need to collect the required paperwork (available from Registrar or to download below), a copy of the child's birth certificate and/or adoption certificate, and a $75 non-refundable registration fee.
School Year Calendar:
We begin the school year on the Tuesday following Labor Day and run until the Friday before Memorial Day. We follow Grayslake Dist. 46 calendar for holidays and school closings.
For the 2010-2011 school year we are offering five different class options:
- 2/3 year olds
- 3/4 year olds 2 day
- 3/4 year olds 3 day
- 4/5 year olds (Pre-K) 3 day
- 4/5 year olds (Pre-K) add on 2 day enrichment program
The 2/3 and 3/4 classes will meet in the morning. We are offering the 4/5 3 day class in the morning OR afternoon.
The add-on 2 day enrichment for the 4/5 class is offered ONLY in the afternoon. However, if you enroll in the 4/5 morning program, you can still enroll in the afternoon add-on enrichment program. You may not enroll in the add-on enrichment class independently of the 3 day program.
Class Times and 2010-2011 Monthly Tuition:
- 2/3: T/Th, 9:30-11:30 $120
- 3/4: T/Th, 9:15-11:45 $130
- 3/4: M/W/F 9:15-11:45 $165
- 4/5: M/W/F 9:15-11:45 $165
- 4/5: M/W/F 12:30-3:00 $165
- 4/5: T/Th 12:30-3:00 $110
Typical Class Schedule:
- Free Play with teacher guidance
- Circle Activities (Songs, Stories, Calendar, Weather, Show-n-Tell for 4/5)
- Center Rotations (Curriculum-based Art Projects, Table Games, Reading)
- Snack(Healthy snack & 100% juice/milk provided by the parent helper)
- Outdoor Play (Indoor Gym Time)
- Classroom helper on a rotating basis (provide snack & assist teaching staff) (about every 6-8 weeks depending on class size)
- Serve on one school committee
- Chaperone at least one field trip (2/3 class) or two field trips per year (3/4 and 4/5 classes only)
- Opportunity to be an active participant in your child's learning
Discipline:
We believe in positive reinforcement and setting a good example. Your child's unique needs will be nurtured at Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School.
Regulations:
We are licensed by, and meet or exceed all DCFS standards.
FAQs:
Click here to view a list of frequently asked questions along with GCNS' answers.
Click here to view a list of frequently asked questions along with GCNS' answers.
Calling All Parents!
The current Board of Directors is always looking for volunteers to help around the school. To find out what positions are available or if you have any questions, email Kristin Haverkampf at president@grayslake-coop.com.
We're happy to answer your questions or give you a tour.
Contact our registrar Courtney at 847.223.8149 or
registrar@grayslake-coop.com today for more information or for a tour.
Our preschool has a lot to offer your child—come see what makes our school so great. We can't wait to hear from you! (We welcome families from Grayslake, Hainesville, Round Lake, Gurnee, Mundelein, Libertyville and surrounding areas.)
Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School is the only cooperative preschool in Grayslake and has been enriching the lives of the children of our community for over 30 years.
Grayslake Cooperative
Nursery School
960 Harris Road,
Suites 1A and 1B
Grayslake, IL 60030
847.223.9820
Located at the
Shops at Station Square
in Prairie Crossing
Nursery School
960 Harris Road,
Suites 1A and 1B
Grayslake, IL 60030
847.223.9820
Located at the
Shops at Station Square
in Prairie Crossing
Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School is a member of the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce.
The Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School was started in 1976 by a group of mothers who were looking for a quality preschool with a focus on socialization and a positive start to the school experience.
Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School has been educating young children in Grayslake and surrounding areas for over 30 years. We are parents and educators dedicated to developing children academically, emotionally, socially and physically in a nurturing, family-focused environment. Our parent involvement makes our school unique. We currently offer classes for 2/3, 3/4 and Pre-K
The Cooperative Philosophy:
A cooperative preschool operates differently than most other types of preschools. We rely on parent participation to not only make this experience the best for your child, but also for you to be involved in your child's education. Our preschool is designed to have parents and staff working together to provide children with the best preschool experience possible.
