Teaching and learning together in a special community

A cooperative by definition is a place that is “owned by and operated for the benefit of those using its services”. In terms of a preschool cooperative, parents and teachers come together to teach, support and encourage ‘their’ children. We, as the parent members of RPCNS, are the operators of our school. We choose to send our children to a school where people of different backgrounds come together for one purpose—to give our children a first school experience in a fun, exciting and nurturing environment.

A cooperative school is unique because the parents get to experience their child's education up close.  They work with their child and others in their class in a hands on way.  As a cooping parent, you will get to know all of the kids (and parents!) in your class, as well as the curriculum your child is learning.  These shared experiences among cooping families lead to a strong community.  Many of these preschool friendships last a lifetime.

It is a privilege to get to know the other children and parents in the school, as well as watch our children blossom and grow, firsthand.