Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirements
Children must be at least 33 months of age and toilet independent to enter the program, and graduate when they enter kindergarten.
Enrollment Process
Contact Us
If you are interested in learning more about Acorn Tree Child Garden, please send us a message through our Contact page. We will email you back to set up an initial phone interview.
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Initial Phone Interview
This is a brief phone conversation (about 15 minutes) to get basic information about your child and see whether Acorn Tree can meet your family’s needs.
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Parent Tour
This is in-depth meeting (usually lasting 60-90 minutes) to see the space, discuss the program philosophy and policies, ask questions, and talk about your child.
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Enrollment Commitment
If Acorn Tree would be a good fit for your child and you would like to proceed with enrollment, you will be provided with an Admissions Packet. Required forms must be completed and returned along with the Tuition Deposit and Supply Fee to confirm your enrollment.
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Child Visit
Once your child’s enrollment is confirmed, we will set up a time for you to bring your child for a visit. To help the transition we also try to set up an informal meet up for outside play time with the other children closer to your child's first day.
Tuition
Acorn Tree tuition is charged monthly. Some months will have fewer or more days of care than others, but this variation has been accounted for and spread out into consistent monthly payments that can be planned for in your family budgeting.
Tuition for 2025-26 School Year:
Five Day Program (M-F) - $1300/month
Three Day Program (T/W/Th) - $900/month
Tuition Deposit - $300 (credited to first month)
Annual Supply Fee: $250
Tuition includes:
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rain suits and waterproof bib overalls for muddy/wet weather;
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snowsuits for winter weather;
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healthful lunches and snacks
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stainless steel water bottles;
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sheets, small pillow, and pillowcase for rest cots;
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cleansing wipes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
* Outdoor gear and other supplies are provided for use during the school day only.
All billing and payments are done online via Brightwheel. Monthly tuition payments are due in advance by the 25th day of the previous month.
The structures and policies surrounding payments and fees are designed to support the financial and administrative health of the program, ensure a professional environment, create efficiency for both provider and families, and prevent burn out or inconsistent care. All of these are important elements to assuring the highest quality of care for your child and a living wage for your care provider.
Calendar
2025 Summer Calendar
Thursday, July 3 - Friday, July 4: No School (Independence Day)
* Friday, August 22: Fly Away Ceremony (Family Festival)
Monday, August 25 - Monday, September 1: No School (Summer Break)
2025-26 School Calendar
Tuesday, September 2: First Day of School
Friday, September 19: Peace Day Celebration
* Friday, September 26: Fall Festival (Family Festival)
Wednesday, October 15: Early Release Day (2:00 pm Pick Up)
Thursday, October 16 - Friday, October 17: No School (Self-Care Days)
* Friday, October 31: Halloween Parade & Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
* Tuesday, November 11: Lantern Walk (Family Festival)
* Tuesday, November 25: Grandparents Day (Family Festival)
Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28: No School (Thanksgiving)
Friday, December 5: St. Nicholas Day Celebration
Tuesday, December 23: Early Release Day (2:00 pm Pick Up)
Wednesday, December 24 - Monday, January 5: No School (Winter Break)
Monday, January 19: Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Monday, February 16 - Friday, February 20: Mardi Gras Celebration Week
Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 10: No School (Spring Break)
Wednesday, April 22: Earth Day Celebration
* Friday, May 1: Spring Festival (Festival Day)
Friday, May 22: Early Release Day (2:00 pm Pick Up)
Monday, May 25: No School (Memorial Day)
Monday, June 8: Parents Day Celebration
Thursday, July 2 - Friday, July 3: No School (Independence Day)
* Friday, August 21: Fly Away Ceremony (Family Festival)
Monday, August 24 - Monday, August 31: No School (Summer Break)
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* Starred dates indicate festival celebrations when family members are invited to join us. These events are usually either the last hour of school or just after. More information provided closer to each event.