A cooperative preschool is a school run in partnership between staff and parents. Families are actively involved in the classroom, decision-making, and day-to-day operations, creating a strong sense of community and ownership. Stone School has been a cooperative preschool since 1959!

We welcome children ages 33 months through 6 years old, with a mixed-age classroom that allows younger and older children to learn from one another.

Our classes run from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Tuition varies based on the schedule that you choose. Please contact us, or visit our tuition page for current rates, or schedule a tour to learn more!

Stone School partners will programs like Child Care Network of Michigan to help cover tuition costs, based on family eligibility.

As a cooperative, families are asked to participate in all school general meetings twice per year, fundraising events, and general upkeep of the school through assigned school jobs. Assisting in the classroom is not required, but always encouraged! Don't worry — we'll walk you through exactly what's expected during enrollment!

We’d love to show you around! Tours run 10:00 AM - 1:15 PM, Monday through Friday. Schedule a tour here!

Before or after your tour, you can complete our enrollment application here. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend applying as early as possible. If we are at maximum capacity, you will be placed on a waitlist, and contacted if and when a spot becomes available.

No, your child does not need to be potty trained to attend Stone School! We will ask that you provide diapers and wipes for your child, and we will keep them in our changing area. If you’re interested, we can support a potty-training plan of action upon request!

Stone School requires up-to-date immunization records (or an approved waiver) on file through the MCIR registry before your child's first day.

We ask that your child bring a backpack/bag, a water bottle, a complete change of clothing in a plastic bag, weather appropriate outer-gear, diapers and wipes if needed, and a packed lunch if attending extended day until 2:00 PM. All items should be labeled with your child’s name.

Stone School provides a snack for all children each day, consisting of a fruit/vegetable and a grain. If your child is staying for extended day until 2:00 PM, we ask that you pack a lunch for them.

Our program is play-based and hands-on, designed to nurture emerging literacy, math, and science skills through exploration — including plenty of time in nature. Check out more about our curriculum here!

Our teaching staff bring a combined 20+ years of early childhood education experience, with degrees and certifications in early childhood education and psychology. All staff are trained through Michigan's MiRegistry professional development system, and are Adult and Child/Infant CPR certified.

Yes, Stone School Cooperative Preschool is licensed by Michigan LARA and follows all state health, safety, and staffing requirements.

Stone School Cooperative Preschool is committed to inclusion, and we do not exclude children based on allergies, health conditions, or special needs, provided we're able to safely accommodate their needs within our program. We work closely with families to make sure every child is set up for success.

For food allergies, we develop individualized allergy action plans in accordance with FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) guidelines and your physician's recommendations. For other health conditions or specific needs, we collaborate with parents and, when appropriate, outside providers to create a personalized care or support plan for your child.

If your child has any allergies, medical needs, or other considerations we should know about, we encourage you to bring them up during enrollment (or anytime!) so we can work together on a plan that keeps your child safe, comfortable, and included.

We’re happy to help! Reach out via email to paige@stoneschool.org, give us a call, (734)-971-4820, or come see us in person on a tour!