My daughter just started daycare here they are so amazing and very accommodating they really look…read moreout for the best interest of your child and have a great set schedule so your child has a routine & very affordable would definitely recommend

This was the best daycare we ever had hands down. They become family. Very low turnover. They teach…read moreyour kids. They put our 18 month old in the preschool class because she was talking and potty trained. She is now 6, in the first grader and reading at a 2.8 grade level. We moved out of state otherwise we'd still be there.

Great school! Would recommend to all!! My son went to the two year class last year and is now in…read morethe 3's class he has already learned so much and loves going! The staff is very kind and patient.

As of September 2017 the Peace Lutheran Preschool program has undergone many drastic changes. In…read moreyears past, the Peace Lutheran Preschool program had been renown for its excellence in early childhood education. However, on September 11, 2017 I had to withdraw both of my children, after only 2 days of class, due to the poor quality environment my daughter experienced at the Peace Lutheran Preschool. As a repeat customer, I enrolled both of my children at Peace Lutheran Preschool for the 2017-2018 school year with the expectation my children would receive the same high-quality preschool experience as last year; however, I found the preschool program this year to not meet any of my expectations. I have asked the Peace Lutheran Preschool Board to refund my children's tuition deposit of $478.00, but they have refused to do so. Parents, please save your family the trouble of being fooled by the flashy sales pitch of the Peace Lutheran Preschool program.

We had a pretty negative experience with WCP. We were very interested in enrolling our daughter so…read morewe ponied up the $95 registration fee, did their extensive paperwork, and even completed a half-day work shift (when I could have been working a paid shift at my job), climbing onto the roof to clean it up and cutting back blackberry brambles from the fence. We attended an "Ice Cream Social" before the start date to meet the teachers and get a feel for the place. While the instructor that spoke with us was very nice, the one who would actually be teaching our daughter was fairly aloof and didn't make any attempt to even meet our kid. It's not like it was busy, either. Oh, and we were never offered any ice cream. However, due to a work schedule change, WCP's hours didn't end up working out for us so we never sent our daughter there after all. We politely asked that they return the registration fee and was promptly turned down. Oh well, it happens... right? Que sera sera. Yet they still had us in their system, and would send us emails from time to time. When we got one about a summer school program still having slots open, we thought, "Oh, THIS we can use!" We eagerly contacted them and was told that yes, there were still spots. However, due to insurance snags, they would not be able to enroll our kid at all. Whaaat? After all those spam emails, a completed registration form, $95 fee, work party, and ice-cream-less Ice Cream Social? So we replied to "The Board's" email to respectfully ask for our money back (again), explaining all of our grievances and experiences with them, and pretty much begging them since we're pretty broke. Now it's been nearly a week, and not even the courtesy of a "no" or any type of reply at all. Unprofessional and disrespectful. Just keep in mind that, if you have any problems with WCP administration, expect the runaround and lengthy delays in communication. There's a clear lack of empathy and professionalism here which can be a real pitfall for most people. ----------------------- UPDATE: After nearly 2 weeks, they finally replied to our email and said they'd vote on it at their August meeting. They followed up August 8 and told us that they were not willing to make an exception, citing the fine print in their application packet. Since they took a vote, an exception clearly could have made.... but it wasn't. They hid behind fine print instead of doing what was right. We're a low-income local family that's new to the area, we did our work party, and practically begged for our paltry $95 back (which is, unfortunately, a lot of money for us... two weeks' groceries, gone gone gone). Thanks, WCP. They could have at least offered apologies and sympathy, but their email was officious, cold, and entitled. Not what we would expect from an institution representing the Olympia community, which we've otherwise found to be quite welcoming and awesome. Thanks for nothing, WCP.

We love WCP this is our third year with the preschool. Our daughter had Teacher Caitlin for the 2…read moreand 3 year old program and currently is in the 4 year old program with Teacher Kaylene. We really enjoy the structure of WCP, learning through play has really helped our daughter's social and cognitive skills. The school is really awesome to play in. There is a large playhouse inside the school, a play kitchen area, dress up, blocks, reading area, art room...The kids get 45 minutes of play time outside and they love it. Rain or shine they get to go outside if they want. There is a play structure, sand area, outdoor kitchen, swings, balance bikes... Every day after school my daughter always says she had the best day. One thing I was worried about before we started was parent helping in the class, however it is very easy and I love participating with her. I also get some great parenting advice from her teachers. Every family has a job and it is easy. Our first year our job was laundry. All we had to do was wash 1 load of laundry a week. The jobs at the school help keep the costs down and our school nice. Every month the preschool goes on field trips around the Olympia area, that is always a super fun day. Also siblings can go which is great. We have gone to the pumpkin patch, library, parks, the beach, Nature Nurture Farm, McLane Creek Trail, Olympia Family Theater. When we first started yellow class I felt a bit overwhelmed it was the first time my child was going to be away from us, but after going to a summer event ice cream party and a playdate all was well. We get lots of emails from the school, I find it nice to be informed about everything that is happening. The school is also reasonably priced. I looked into a few other school and it can get very expensive. We will be sending our youngest daughter next year. She can't wait. I'm glad we get 6 years with the school. Our family has made some great friendships.

My son attended a 3 hr tutoring program for pre schoolers called "Fundamentals of Kindergarten" and…read morenow attending evening classes.One of the most amazing characteristics of school is tutor Manju's commitment to giving each child with individualized attention. She clearly recognize that each child is unique, with their own set of demands and learning style. She is able to provide guidance and support that is suited to each child's individual requirements by keeping a close eye on them. Our Son was amazed at some of the things he was able to do. It was really special to watch him smile at himself as he accomplished one thing after another. Especially his math and reading skills . He was doing math and reading he thought he could not to before. Pros: High Math skills and High reading skills. Teacher Manju is great at helping the kids to excel. Cons: We have had only positive experiences here

my 2nd grader has been going to Manju's classes for a few months now and has shown a lot of…read moreimprovement in his grades. they improved a lot between fall and winter. Cannot thank Manju enough for all the hard work.

One of the best schools my son has been to. Ms. Nadine is a kid whisperer and is outstanding with…read moreall kinds of children and managing a very active class. Ms Nadine and the whole experience of this co-op was so wonderful and will have lasting lessons and happy memories for my son (and me). Highly recommend!!

We absolutely love Gig Harbor Co-Op Preschool! Our kiddo has flourished here, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the experience. The teacher is amazing--nurturing, patient, and truly invested in each child's growth. It's clear she loves what she does, and it shows in the way she creates such a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment. The cooperative aspect is wonderful too--it allows parents to be involved and really feel like part of the school community. We've built great relationships with other families, and our child has made so many new friends. If you're looking for a preschool where your child will feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn, this is the place! Highly recommend Gig Harbor Co-Op Preschool!

This has been a great preschool for our family for the last three years! The staff and admins work…read morehard to create a warm, welcoming environment where both my daughters are thriving. I originally chose this school because they offer a 2 year old class (parent attends with child) which gave both my daughters a great intro to school and helped them get comfortable for subsequent years. They offer plenty of different options, including various schedules for the 3 and 4 year olds, and an Enrichment program for the 4 year olds where you can extend their school day. I also like that they offer an elective co-op. So I am able to volunteer in their classrooms, but if that doesn't work for your schedule you don't have to choose co-op. Classroom time is a good mix of learning through play and structured learning that I feel is a great foundation for Kindergarten. They have a playground and when the weather is too stormy, they have a large indoor space for indoor recess. If you are looking for a great faith based preschool, definitely check them out!

Fabulous pre school! Nurturing and professional staff, great academics and fun themes for the kids…read more The awesome field trips, projects and holiday parties made this such a wonderful experience for our son. The ratio is better then most pre schools in the area as well!

This preschool has been a great place for my child the last 2.5 years. It has been so fun to see…read moreall of the little school projects that she has made and brought home, and to see all of the learning worksheets she does too! In addition, the concerts the kids do throughout the year are the best! I am confident that she will be well prepared for kindergarten next year. The staff has been very nurturing and caring, you can definitely tell they are passionate about what they do!