Miss Nicole is a wonderful teacher, she is the heart & soul of this co-op. This is our 3rd year of…read moreco-op, I'm so glad we transferred our child out of our last co-op preschool and decided to try Puyallup Valley Co-Op. My child is happier and that ultimately makes me happier as a parent. As it's a "co-op" these responsibilities and duties fall onto the parents, there is no paid staff besides the teacher, who gets paid minimally and works hard, to provide the children with the best possible preschool education at a affordable price. Its not her responsibility to take home and wash the laundry, clean the restrooms, provide snacks, find substitutes to work shifts when parents don't show up, etc.. Its a collaboration of all the parents working together, doing their " assigned" and required "jobs".

I was very sorry to read the previous review regarding this coop preschool and would hope that…read moreevery family enjoy a wonderful experience with their child. I'm glad to say that I have a different experience and hope that others will consider this co-op preschool. I think the biggest challenge with this school (as with any school) is that there is turnover. When the oldest class graduates and leaves for Kindergarten, there is a void that needs to be filled by the two younger classes/new families. This adjustment takes time but with strong leadership, bumps can be smoothed out rather quickly. My 4 year old son enjoys the program a lot. He loves going to school and the teacher is wonderful. The families are amazing and I think that is a big factor -- involved families will make the difference. You can't be a member of a co-op and do nothing -- it will hurt any type of success for the year. An active and cohesive Board makes a big difference too. My son has already enjoyed one field trip and is learning a lot. This class is really preparing him for Kindergarten and as a newly Stay At Home Mom, it's great being involved in his class. I know that two of the classes are full this year but I hope that other families will consider bringing their child here for preschool. Disclaimer/Background: This is our first year (and will be our only year) at this co-op and I am a member of the Board. I decided to become a Board member in an effort to better understand the needs of the school and I wanted to be involved.

This is an excellent school. It is our 2nd year there and our three year old can't wait for…read morepreschool each day. Teacher Diana is wonderful!

NOD is the best cooperative preschool! We sent our first daughter to the preschool and she…read moreabsolutely thrived. Our second daughter is finishing up her first year. We will be continuing to send her to NOD until she's in kindergarten. Teacher Diana is helpful, encouraging and extremely understanding to both the children and the parents. My children and I feel safe and welcome. Because it's a co-op, we have plenty of opportunities to volunteer and give our time as members and to make decisions that shape and form the school.

Parkland is an excellent school offering a solid Christ-centered foundation that prepares students…read morefor success in both school and real life. I highly recommend Parkland for quality private school education.

Love our pre-school! Our second child to attend. Wonderful, caring staff. Learn basics; colors,…read morenumbers, interactive skills. Bible verses and chapel, singing. Couldn't be any better.

We got very lucky when we enrolled our kid to this school. It's a hidden gem in Lakewood , and has…read morevery high word of mouth recommendations . The teachers' in this school are so different from what I have experienced in the past. They genuinely love and care for each and every child , helps to develop their character, nurture their mind and provide them with a magical preschool experience. I can't thank the LCOP teachers' especially the beloved Miss Mary enough.The school also provides a sense of community which I am so grateful for. I was new to this area when I first enrolled my kid in the school. A lot of the co parents and teachers became my friends and helped me become a part of this lovely community.I will always have a special place in my heart for LCOP. The school has been such a blessing not just to my kid but also to my family .

Please do not take your child here for daycare! Especially if your child can't talk and tell you…read moreeverything that happened during their day! You will be surprised to find out that they do not have competent 'teachers' and the director has mental issues. It is NOT a christian/loving environment. They are crazy! I find it hard to believe this place has been rated with 5 stars, but maybe that is for the preschool portion. I don't even have words to explain the things that have transpired having my child in their care.

Great school and day care! Loving teachers and staff providing Christian education to kids. Both my…read morekids have attended for the last several years. They even accept DSHS reaching our communities of Tacoma and Lakewood!

Great atmosphere and very sweet staff! Easy to communicate to as well. I feel comfortable if…read moreanything were wrong they would fix it. My daughter loves it there and this being her first year in school I appreciate that so much.

Katie and teachers do an excellent job at communicating and organizing a well put together program…read morefor the kids. I love her weekly emails that highlight the events for the program. If you're looking for a program that focuses on k-prep and core values, this would be a great fit.

In the middle of the pandemic I was struggling to find a reputable preschool that I felt confident…read morewould be a safe and enriching environment for my child to start easing into the classroom type setting. I honestly don't think that I would have found anything to be a better fit for my child even if everything had been at my fingertips to choose from. The patients that I have noticed even just during the drop-off/pick-up to and from preschool never goes unnoticed.

Very disapointed. My son started preschool - less than 2 days in (after only 3 hours total in the…read moreclassroom), they kicked him out and told us they weren't equipped to help 'a kid like him'. There was no discussion beforehand, no working with us to make a plan, and no time to adjust to his first out of home care experience. I have since talked to many educators in my circle of family and friends and they were all surprised (and a little horrified) that he was kicked out so swiftly. If your child is hyper or neurodivergent or if there is there first out of home care experience - look for someplace with more empathy, patience, and parent communication.

Great school! I'm a fan of the evidence based Montessori environment. The learning structure…read moreconsist of play-based learning. As a parent with a child whom has a speech delay, I have seen my little boy grow tremendously since enrolling in this positive and supportive place! The school encourages parental involvement as a way to keep tuition accessible while learning alongside your kiddo! The teachers foster a safe and supportive classroom culture and the parents all work together in the classroom. I give this preschool 10/10 and have recommended them to my friends with littles entering preschool!

Please note that some reviews are inaccurate. Cooperative Preschools are run by the parents who are…read moremembers and the teachers are hired employees of the school and are the only paid position. Steilacoom Cooperative Preschool is a nonprofit 501c3. Board members do not get any financial reimbursement, it is a totally volunteer position. Bates Technical college is affiliated with the preschool and assists the Preschool Board in running the preschool, as well as teacher trainings, and Parent Education. SCP strives to meet every child and family's needs. when there are issues , we arrange to meet with parents to discuss solutions to any concerns. Unfortunately, we do not have control when a family consistently says they are not able to meet with the teacher. Communication is key in any educational setting. Steilacoom Preschool is a great school with many wonderful families!