Tuition & Participation

Now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year

Registration at Pixie is done on a first come, first served basis in the order we receive your contract and registration fee.  The sooner you sign up, the sooner you guarantee your spot!

Priority is given to returning members, Pixie alumni, siblings, and then new members. Our two-year-old spaces are limited and tend to fill up first as we are one of the few preschools in the area that register that age.

Our Preschool

We operate Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 12:00pm.

We follow the Mount Diablo Unified School District schedule; August - June.

Monthly Recurring Fees

  • 5 days per week: $424/month

Monthly tuition rates shown above are based on 10 monthly payments made August through May. If you join mid-month, we will pro-rate your tuition to your start date.

Annual Recurring Fees

  • Registration: $100/year*

  • Materials: $75/year**

  • Fundraising: $200/year***

* Paid one-time annually, non-refundable
** Paid at beginning of school year or once enrolled *** $50 paid four times per year (August 1st, November 1st, February 1st, and May 1st)

The Parent’s Role in Co-op Membership

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The success of our program is dependent upon the wholehearted support and involvement of all members. As a member you will:

Participate in the Classroom

  • Participate in the classroom once a week.  Perform assigned classroom duties working with the teacher, other parents and students.

Serve on a Committee

  • Perform a committee assignment / project(s) or board position that helps facilitate the operation and upkeep of the school.

Help with Maintenance

  • Attend Saturday work parties two times throughout the year (8:00am – 12:00pm), to complete 8 hour yearly requirement.

Participate in Fundraising

  • Perform 3 hours towards annual auction fundraising event, and one shift at fall fest, and purchase family tickets to events.

  • Attend other planned fundraising events throughout the year in show of support for school.

Attend General Meetings and Orientation

  • Attend three mandatory evening General Meetings (2 hours each) throughout the year. 

  • Attendance of Orientation is mandatory for all families, new and returning.

How To Register at Pixie Play School

STEP ONE

Schedule a Tour or Attend an Open House

During your tour, we will walk through our school as well as go over our co-oping responsibilities.

We ask that the child and primary parent or grandparent who will co-op attend the tour.

STEP TWO

Sign Our Contract
& Pay Registration

At the end of your tour, if you’re ready to enroll your child at Pixie, you will be asked to fill out our two-page contract and pay your $75 registration fee. This will secure your child’s spot at Pixie.

 

STEP THREE

Fill Out Your Packet & Provide Medical Reports

Once we have your contract on file, you will be given our Co-oping Agreement packet to take home. This includes papers for you to sign, as well as forms for both your child’s doctor and your doctor to fill out verifying you have the required immunizations to co-op.

Depending on how responsive your doctor is, this may take up to several weeks.

STEP FOUR

Turn in Your Paperwork & Make It Official!

Once you’ve completed your packet, you will arrange a time to bring it back to Pixie.

You’re now ready to co-op!

Ready to Learn More?

The Department of Licensing Agency shall have the authority to interview children, or staff, and to inspect and audit child or facility records without prior consent. The licensee shall make provisions for private interviews with any children or staff member; and for the examination of all records relating to the operation of the child care center. The Department has the authority to observe the physical condition of the child(ren), including conditions that could indicate abuse, neglect, or inappropriate placement.

A medical report and proof of immunization are required for each child.  A medical report, documentation of some immunizations, and a current TB test is also required for each adult who works in the classroom. Health forms must be completed and returned to the school before the child or adult may participate in the program.