Edmonds Preschool

The Edmonds Preschool program is open to all children residing within the district boundaries who are between the ages of three to five years old by September 1. The main programming site is located at the Alderwood Early Childhood Center (AECC) in Lynnwood. In addition, we have expanded the preschool program with locations at Lynndale Elementary, Chase Lake Elementary, Edmonds Elementary, and Maplewood.

The Edmonds Preschool program is an inclusive model designed for a wide range of children. As part of the educational program, all preschool students are enrolled in inclusive classrooms creating a welcoming community for everyone. Each classroom consists of students who qualify for special education services, students who qualify for tuition support through state funding (ECEAP), and students who attend by paying tuition.

Families, in collaboration with lead teachers, play an important role in creating a welcoming community in which all strengths are valued, and everyone belongs. 

Staff

The classified lead teachers are highly qualified early childhood educators who serve a diverse range of learners. In addition, as partner teachers, certificated Special Education teachers provide specially-designed instruction in our preschool classrooms. Each classroom is additionally supported by educational assistants, as well as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, and Physical Therapist.

Edmonds Preschool program locations:

• Lynnwood- Alderwood Early Childhood Center (AECC)
• Lynnwood- Lynndale Elementary
• Edmonds- Chase Lake Elementary
• Edmonds- Edmonds Elementary
• Edmonds- Maplewood  

Days and times

Edmonds Preschool is Monday through Thursday and offers the following 2 hours and 45 minute sessions:

• Morning session: 9:25 AM - 12:10 PM 
• Afternoon session: 1:10 PM - 3:55 PM 

Lunch is included during each Edmonds Preschool session

Edmonds Preschool will serve lunch as part of each preschool session and will follow the district’s elementary school lunch menu:

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Enrollment

For children who are between the ages of three to five years old by September 1, there are three pathways for a child to attend Edmonds Preschool:

• Families pay a monthly tuition of $470
  Email edmondspreschool@edmonds.wednet.edu or call 425-431-7595 with any questions.

     Complete inquiry form 2024-25

• FREE tuition for eligible families based on their income
  To access the state’s Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP), email eceap@edmonds.wednet.edu.

     COmplete eceap inquiry form 

• Children who qualify for Special Education services
  Families who believe their child is eligible for these services can visit Child Find, or contact the Child Find Coordinator at 425-431-7555. Child Find