Little Feet Cooperative Preschool
Where Parents and Children can learn together!

We are located at the corner of 11th & Eugene, (North side of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church).   

Little Feet Cooperative Preschool believes each child is unique and should be able to learn at his or her own pace. Our classroom offers many learning opportunities for each child through our daily craft projects, dramatic play area, outdoor time, various field trips and other activities all related to each month’s theme. Monthly themes include Health and Fitness, Transportation, Our family and Our Community, Bugs/Reptiles/Amphibians, Ocean Life, and more. Our vast supply of learning materials is rotated biweekly and thematically.

Come with your child to visit the classroom!  Call us at 541.386.1744 or visit our website at www.littlefeetpreschool.org. Email us.

Little Feet Cooperative Preschool is a non-profit entity, formed by local families in 1993, that operates under the umbrella of Parent Child Preschools of Oregon. No ownership required. No church affiliation. Little Feet does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin.

What is a Cooperative Preschool?

    A cooperative preschool is organized and operated by parents who take an active interest in their children’s first educational experience.  Parents assist teachers as “parent teachers” in the classroom once or twice per month, as well as hold offices, raise funds and volunteer on committees.  Parents enrich the program by contributing their time, commitment, talents and skills.  Their participation ensures the smooth operation of a high-quality program.  The responsibilities of running a preschool are distributed evenly among the members, and the benefits are shared by all.

    A cooperative preschool is a place where children and parents learn together.  The classroom experience provides parents with a valuable understanding of how their child interacts with other children and moves through their world.  By helping in the classroom, and by participating in the parent education program, parents acquire skills in supporting their children and meeting their social, physical, emotional and intellectual needs.  

Contact Us

For more information, please call Little Feet Preschool at 541-386-1744.  We're located at 400 11th Ave. in Hood River.  Our mailing address is P.O. Box 1052, Hood River, OR  97031.

 What Little Feet Offers Children…

• A natural progression from their own family to a larger group of member families
• Children of similar ages with whom to play and to learn respect for the differences and rights of others
• Teachers who encourage their self-esteem and self-reliance
• Parents in the classroom to ensure an adult/child ratio of 1 to 5
• New experiences in a safe environment, and a wider world to explore and enjoy 
• Play equipment, learning games, and expressive materials
• Field trips, story-telling, music and dramatic play
• A positive attitude toward future school attendance

What Little Feet Offers Parents…

• A better understanding of their child’s individuality by observing them with other children
• Mutual understanding and moral support from other parents with the same concerns, interests and problems
• A voice in school decision- and policy-making
• Education in child development and parenting skills at parent meetings, PCPO conferences, and through publications
• Memories of activities shared with their children
• Lower than average tuition ($110/month for 3-day classes; $85/month for 2-day classes)

Our philosophy for teaching includes:

•   Children learn through play.
  Through play they explore their environment, learn to deal with problems, and learn to work within a group
  
• Children learn through doing.
  We provide a classroom open to exploring a variety of activities and situation where children can make decisions and choices on their own.
• Children learn at their own pace.
  Children are different and we should embrace and celebrate their unique skills and talents.
  
• Children learn through observing others.
  We are their role models.  It is important that we listen to their thoughts and feelings and help guide them along the way.

Class Schedule

	Time	*Age (as of Oct. 31st)	Class size
T-TH mornings	8:30-11:30	3, 4, 5 years	15
MWF mornings	8:30-11:30	4, 5 years	15
MWF afternoons	12:30-3:30	3, 4, 5 years	15

*Age at September 1st.  Due to CCD regulations, there are no exceptions to the age requirements.

Interested parents and children are encouraged to visit the school.  Visiting children are free to explore and participate, while parents meet the teachers and observe the class in action.  A phone call in advance is appreciated, as the classes occasionally walk to the Children’s Park or go on other outings.