What is a Cooperative Preschool?

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The Brecksville Cooperative Preschool is organized and administered by parents and staffed by quality teachers.  We seek to provide a pleasant preschool experience for both parent and child.  Our goals are the development of self-reliance and the encouragement of creative growth and social adjustment in preparation for school.

Active participation by all parent members (through committee or board positions, fundraising efforts and helper days)  is vital in making our school function.

History of the Brecksville Cooperative Preschool

The Brecksville Cooperative Preschool was established on October 11th, 1952 by a group of innovative parents and incorporated on April 6, 1954.  There was one class of children meeting three days a week for half a day.  During the first four years, classes were held at the American Legion Building. 

In 1964, the school joined the Cleveland Day Nursery Association.  This group set the standards and evaluations for the schools before there were state guidelines.  From 1956 to 1991, the school saw moves from the Brecksville Methodist Church, Triune Lutheran Church, St. Matthews Episcopal Church until it's final home at Blossom Hill (a small cottage ideally suited to fit the needs of the Preschool). 

Although many things have changed over the history of the school, the things that have remained constant have been the parents and teachers dedication to high quality educational and creative programs.  For over 60 years, we have demonstrated how parents and teachers working together can create a wonderful first school experience for our children. 

Building and Grounds

We are located on the grounds of the Blossom Hill complex in Brecksville. We are in a stand-alone building and have a playground and outdoor toys we fully utilize to meet the needs of our students.  We also have full access to utilize the Blossom Hill soccer and baseball fields, picnic pavilions and the beautiful open grounds for our outdoor learning.  Our outdoor education includes science, physical fitness, pumpkin hunts and learning about our environment.

Enrichment

We offer periodic before and after school enrichment opportunities.  We offer a variety of on-site Lunch Bunch programs ranging from yoga, Cleveland Metroparks, Open Gym, Heinen's Grocery and World Elite Gym.  The programs are constantly changing and growing, based on our student needs.