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Our Tuition Model
We want our program to be as accessible as possible, so we are operating on a sliding scale. Preschool can be an expensive undertaking. Our sliding scale estimates are between $14-24+ an hour. Based on needs and abilities, some families will pay more than this, some will pay less. We ask that you consider how much you would normally pay for childcare and take into account paying your educators a living wage. Families are welcome to pay in full for 9.5 months of tuition, a monthly rate, or open a discussion with us for payment plans.
Tuition Specifics

SAplings
2.5-5.5 year olds
Monday-Thursday (4 days)
9:15-2:15 (5 hours)
Suggested Sliding Scale:
$14–$24+ per hour
Weekly: $280–$480+
Monthly (based on 4-week months): $1,120–$1,920+
Annually: $12,040–$20,640+
Enrollment is a commitment for the full school year (mid-August through early June, approximately 43 weeks) to support consistent staffing and program continuity.
City Saplings
3.5-5.5 year olds
Friday (1 day)
9:15-2:15 (5 hours)
Suggested Sliding Scale:
$14–$24+ per hour
Weekly: $70–$120+
Monthly (based on 4-week months): $280–$480+
Annually: $3,010–$5,160+
Enrollment is a commitment for the full a full semester mid-August-end of December or early January-early June. to support consistent staffing and program continuity.