WEST LINN COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL: FAMILIES WORKING TOGETHER SINCE 1977
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Our Cooperative Preschool Experience


Parent Helping in the Classroom
Parents work with class representatives to schedule parent help days in the classroom approximately two days per month.  These are the days you participate in your child's learning and exploration in the classroom.  Some examples of parent responsibilities during parent help shifts include snack preparation, set up of outdoor play areas, set up and monitoring of structured art activities, reading and playing with children, conflict management and communication building with children, monitoring and participating in outdoor play and large motor skill activities, clean up, and participation in circle time at the end of the day.  Special skills or talents are welcome, and our teacher does a great job incorporating activities into the classroom that highlight the different abilities that parents bring to the school each year. 

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Parent volunteer bringing baby emu from family farm to visit school.

The Preschool Board and Family Jobs
Our preschool is a non-profit organization run by its members.  Each family is responsible for fulfilling a job within the school.  All members attend General Meetings four times per year, and Board Members meet approximately once per month to discuss the operations and needs of the school.  Families with non-board member positions participate in committee work for various fundraising and operational activities throughout the school year. 


Extended Families and WLCP
In our school families participate in different ways.  If parent work schedules prevent them from helping in the classroom, another family member is welcome to fill that role.  We have many grandparents, aunts, uncles, and even older cousins help in the classroom.

All classroom volunteers must pass a background check and   participate in our classroom orientation to become familiar with our program and classroom operations. 

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WLCP Cooperative Participation "Buyout" Option 
Cooperative preschools rely on parent participation to function, and family member classroom volunteers are essential to making our program work.  However, WLCP recognizes that some families interested in our program may be unable to volunteer in class due to work schedules or other barriers. 

When possible, the school offers a "buyout" option
on a very limited basis and at an increased tuition rate.  There are a limited number of spots for the buyout option.  The spots are first come, first served, and are only guaranteed if there is sufficient enrollment to cover school operations. 

Parents selecting the "buyout" option are not required to volunteer in class and are not required to hold a board position or Family job.  All families are responsible for fundraising participation and attendance at meetings.  Please contact us for more information.
West Linn Community Preschool
in Lake Oswego
1855 South Shore Blvd, Lake Oswego, OR 97034

What Our PARENTS Are Saying...

"West Linn Community Preschool has been the best place for both my son and I. With the cooperative experience, I get to transition with him! I'm so pleased with our decision!"

"Sending my child here has been the best decision I've ever made. Teacher Cathy has developed a program unlike any other, and really knows how to foster the growth and development of her students. You won't find a better preschool for your child."

Contact Us

503.657.5050

  • Home
  • About
    • Our Cooperative Preschool Experience
    • FAQ
    • Helpful Resources
    • Contact
  • Registration & Tuition
    • Forms
  • Classes
    • 3s and 4s class
    • Parent-Toddler Class
  • Support
  • Events
  • Parents & Students
    • Mailing List
  • Photo Gallery