Program Information

Our experience at ISD Preschool Academy’s Skyline location has been amazing! It's a unique program that allows preschool students to interact with high school students who come in as teaching assistants. This setup allows children to get more one-on-one attention, and learning is made more playful and fun. The preschool curriculum aligns with the Issaquah School District's kindergarten program, and it really shows! During my daughter's kindergarten assessment, the elementary school principal was impressed with our daughter's readiness. The teachers are experienced, enthusiastic, and truly invested in each child's growth and development. The classrooms are designed to encourage well-rounded learning, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. We highly recommend ISD Preschool Academy’s Skyline location to any parent looking for a wonderful preschool for their children in Sammamish!

- Bijal Fotedar, Skyline Location

 

ISD Preschool Academy has exceeded my expectations. My child loves going to school every day and is so excited to tell me everything he has learned. The teachers and staff have been incredibly caring, patient and quick in their communication. It's evident that they genuinely care about each child's development and well-being. It's been wonderful watching him grow over the school year as he prepares for kindergarten.

Thank you ISD Preschool Academy for setting our child up for success in his future academics!

- Jene Vetter, Holly Street Location

 

The Issaquah Preschool Academy should be the model for pre-kindergarten programs everywhere. Because of our move from Seattle to Sammamish in late 2019 and the pandemic that closed our school in 2020, our family has experienced three Montessori programs in the Puget Sound region. We were reluctant to enroll our youngest son in a fourth early childhood education program, and we thank our lucky stars that we did.

We adore our son’s teachers, and we know they are of the highest caliber. The curriculum has accelerated our son’s learning, and he will start Kindergarten knowing information, such as addition of single-digit numbers and reading and writing sight words, that his older brother did not learn until Kindergarten. The teacher administering his elementary school’s Kindergarten readiness test could not believe how quickly and accurately he answered her questions.

The program also stands out because of the partnership with Skyline High School. Having Teacher Assistants in the classroom means the teachers focus on the curriculum and spending time with the children. The high school students add enrichment within the classroom, yet the most meaningful occur outside. It is through the Academy that we have developed a connection to our community – our son runs into students everywhere we go, and they all stop to say hello to us.

To say we will miss this program is an understatement. We are grateful to the Issaquah School District for making this available to our family, and we hope even more children can enroll in the years to come.

- Sarah Armstrong, Skyline Location

 

 

 

Pre-Kindergarten - 4 & 5-year-olds

A five-day program that follows the ISD school year calendar, September through June. Teachers provide an enriching educational experience by supporting the development of student's language and communication skills. Students build knowledge and confidence to become active participants in their communities through a play-based learning model, with the goal of preparing each student to excel in kindergarten.

 

Preschool - 3 & 4-year-olds 

A five-day program that follows the ISD school year calendar, September through June. Teachers provide an enriching educational experience by supporting the development of the student's language and communication skills. Students build knowledge and confidence to become active participants in their communities through a play-based learning model. 

TUITION - 2024-2025

PRE-KINDERGARTEN

• $1,350* per month - September through June
• Monday - Friday
• ​8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

 

EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE TO ALL IPA PRE-KINDERGARTEN CLASSES ONLY*

• $1,550* per month - September through June
• Monday - Friday 
• 8:30AM -4:30 PM

 

PRESCHOOL  

• $1,350* per month - September through June 
• Monday - Friday 
• 8:30 AM- 2:30 PM

 

 *$300 One-Time Non-Refundable Deposit due at the time of acceptance to the program.

 

KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME IF THEY HAVE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS:

• Fever – over 100 degrees F.  Temperature should remain normal (98.6 degrees) for 24 hours without fever reducing medication before returning to school.
• Sore throat – especially if associated with fever or swollen glands
• Vomiting – within the past 24 hours
• Diarrhea – more than one occurrence in a 24 hour period
• Drainage from the eye – the eye crusted and difficult to open (especially upon waking)
• Nasal discharge (yellow or greenish) – If your child’s nasal mucus has a color and is accompanied by a fever and/or coughing, sneezing, drowsiness, and general signs of not feeling well, your child may be contagious and should remain at home until the symptoms subside. Call your doctor if you have any concerns or questions.
• Appearance/Behavior – unusually tired, pale, lack of appetite, difficult to wake, confused
• Rash – body rashes not associated with heat, or allergic reactions to medications
• Head lice – contact teacher if any indication of head lice

Review this information carefully if your child has a life threatening allergy or other condition that may require medication to be administered while participating in the Preschool Academy program. 

• General Guidelines
  • Preschool Academy does not have access to the school’s health room and will need a separate set of medications
  • Parents are responsible for delivering their child’s medication to the site
  • Children with life threatening conditions may not attend Preschool Academy until their medication is on site, along with the appropriate paperwork
  • Preschool Academy teachers may not administer any medications without the proper ISD paperwork in place
• Medication
  • Includes all prescription and over the counter medication 
  • Must be in the original container with the prescription label
  • Must be current (not expired)
  • Must be signed in / out of the site, allow extra time when providing medications or picking up
• Mandatory Paperwork
  • All paperwork (orders) must be vetted by an Issaquah School District nurse 
  • An Authorization to Administer Medication form is required for all medication (over the counter or prescription), signed by the child’s licensed health care provider, ISD nurse, and parent
  • An Allergy Action Plan is required for all medications prescribed to treat life threatening conditions, signed by the child’s licensed health care provider, ISD nurse, and parent
  • An Asthma Emergency Care Plan is required for medications prescribed to treat asthma, signed by the child's licensed health care provider, ISD nurse, and parent

MORE ABOUT MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOL

ISD Preschool Academy program operates under the Issaquah School District and will thus follow the same emergency and inclement weather procedures. ​Issaquah School District's website announces updates on the top of its home page. 

• If Issaquah School District schools are closed for the day, ISD Preschool Academy will also be closed. ​
• If Issaquah School District schools will be closing early, families will be contacted to pick up their children as soon as possible. 
• If Issaquah School District schools will be operating on a late start schedule, ISD Preschool Academy will follow the same late start schedule. 
  • Ex: ISD schools are 1 hour late, Preschool Academy will start 1 hour late

Emergency Weather Closures and Delays - Issaquah School District 411 (isd411.org)

Late start and school closures are usually determined very early and are announced by the Issaquah School District and local news media beginning at 5:00 am.  If you feel that inclement weather may cause hazardous travel conditions, continue to listen to the local news media throughout the day and visit the Issaquah School District website for announcements. 

You may also call the Issaquah School District general information number (425-837-7000) for a recorded announcement regarding late starts and closures. 

Children must be signed in and out every day by an authorized person. This process includes a signature and the in/out time.  Anyone picking up a child must be able to present photo identification. 

Bringing your photo ID allows us to verify that your preschooler goes home with the correct person. This is particularly important on days when we have substitute teachers in the classroom. Please help keep all our preschoolers safe by bringing your photo ID everyday.  

Daily snacks will be provided by the ISD Preschool Academy. Families are always welcome to provide a snack from home for their students. Lunches must be provided by parents or guardians.