Cooperation, Curriculum and Caring are the Hallmarks of the Euclid Cooperative Preschool

Enjoying the Classroom Igloo Made from Milk Cartons

Choosing a child's first educational experience can be a daunting task for new parents. The Euclid Cooperative Preschool, 21000 Lake Shore Boulevard, provides children with the educational enrichment to be lifelong learners by fostering their curiosity in an environment that nurtures growth and exploration. With classes for 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds and Pre-K students, the Euclid Cooperative Preschool is a great option for parents who want to be involved in their children's early educational experience.

By definition, a "cooperative" preschool allows parents to be directly involved in their children's education. By volunteering in the classroom, serving on committees and planning events and field trips, parents observe and contribute their own talents and gifts. One Euclid Co-op parent notes, "By being a parent helper in the classroom, you see what goes on and the progression of skills that your child is learning."  As part of a cooperative community, children meet great friends, and parents also have the opportunity to get to know each other. Another parent comments, "It is a great place to meet like-minded parents who are involved in their children's education and overall development."

The Euclid Cooperative Preschool utilizes a play-based curriculum that follows the standards of Early Childhood Learning.  Children are encouraged to explore their interests while developing necessary skills for kindergarten. Preschool Director, Donna Sudar notes, "Our teaching staff understands the academic expectations of today’s preschools. We work hard to prepare developmentally appropriate lessons that prepare our students for kindergarten and beyond." From building an igloo made out of plastic milk cartons to exploring Cleveland's Rockefeller Greenhouse through a scavenger hunt, the Euclid Cooperative Preschool makes learning fun.

With the incredibly skilled and experienced educators and the comfortable nurturing environment, it is easy to see why generations of families have used the Euclid Cooperative Preschool for over sixty years. A local parent remarks, "I am proud to say that my third child will be attending the preschool. With small teacher-student ratios and the climate of caring, I know she will be learning with a big smile, as I have seen my other two children thrive."

Parents interested in learning more about the Euclid Cooperative Preschool will find additional information at www.euclidcoop.org.