Emphasis is given to children's learning by doing, imitating, observing, exploring, examining, experimenting, and questioning in activities and experiences planned according to their interests and home experiences. Language and literacy experiences, storytelling and story sharing, creative dramatics and music are integrated throughout the program as well as numbers, science and outdoor activities. Emphasis is given to sharing, belonging to a group, and forming friendships with other children and adults. A daily, nutritious snack is served. The preschoolers are selected for these programs by the laboratory school administrator based on age and sex using a lottery system.
Transportation is the responsibility of the parents.
A sliding scale tuition rate is available for eligible families. The following Preschool Programs application form can be completed and electronically mailed directly to the Child Development Laboratory School. This application form is the basis for selection of all preschool children enrolled by the laboratory school. Preschoolers are selected by the laboratory school administrator based on age and sex using a lottery system. Date of application and association with the university are not considered in the selection process.