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# Drayton Avenue Cooperative Preschool

Learning, Sharing, and Growing Together

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## Posts

- [A History of Drayton](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/2025/05/08/a-history-of-drayton/) - The first cooperative preschool was started in 1916 by a group of twelve faculty wives at the University of California who wanted to secure social education for their children, parent education for themselves, and a little free time for their Red Cross work. The first parent cooperative was followed in the 1930’s by five others.
- [What is a play-based curriculum?](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/2014/06/04/what-is-a-play-based-curriculum/) - Play is children’s ‘work’. It’s how they discover and learn about the world. We offer children a variety of developmentally appropriate activities each day, encouraging independence and creativity. In this way, the child learns to make decisions, think critically, and becomes self-reliant. By following a program that allows children the opportunity to make choices and
- [What is a cooperative preschool?](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/2014/06/04/what-is-a-cooperative-preschool/) - A cooperative preschool is owned and operated by parents. Parents work in the classroom alongside the teacher and children, and an Executive Board of parents elected by co-op members oversees the day-to-day operation of the preschool. Being a co-op also allows us to keep our tuition low while offering a unique, high quality program. DACP

## Pages

- [About the DACP](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/about/) - Discover Drayton Cooperative Preschool in Ferndale, MI — a play-based program for children ages 2–4 where parents are active participants in early education.
- [Contact Us](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/contact/) - Drayton Avenue Cooperative Preschool is located at Ferndale First United Methodist Church. Entry to the school is just off of Woodward on Leroy St. 22331 Woodward Ave Ferndale, MI 48220 (248) 238-8539 For membership information please email membership@draytonpreschool.org.
- [Welcome to Drayton Avenue Cooperative Preschool](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/welcome-to-drayton-avenue-cooperative-preschool/) - Drayton Cooperative Preschool in Ferndale, MI offers a play-based program for children ages 2–4 with active parent involvement in a nurturing, community-driven environment.
- [Posts](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/posts/)
- [News & Events](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/news/)
- [Thinking Green](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/thinking-green/) - Online Resources About recycling:http://www.nrdc.org/recycling/default.asp About sustainable/organic eating:http://www.gracelinks.org/873/in-the-kitchen A general environmental website:http://www.nrdc.org/living/ Reducing energy consumption:http://www.nrdc.org/air/energy/genergy.asp How to compost:http://epa.gov/recycle/composting.htmlhttp://www.composting101.com About green cleaning products:http://www.epa.gov/epp/pubs/cleaning.htmMore green ideas (PDF download) Help the Environment & Help our School Raise Funds Melaleuca Offers a wide assortment of eco-friendly common household consumables at great savings – products that you most likely already use
- [Fundraising](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/fundraising/) - In order in to keep tuition costs low, DACP offers fundraising to supplement our income.Stay tuned for info on the 2025-2026 school year fundraisers! Fundraising at DACP is mandatory for each family. We do offer a "buy-out" option to everyone that does not wish to participate in the actual fundraising. You can simply write a
- [Schedule a Visit](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/visit/) - If you're interested in enrolling your child (or children) at Drayton, we would love for you and your child to visit our classroom! Simply fill out the form below, and the enrollment chair will contact you with information for coming to visit a class. Class schedules are as follows: 2 year old Parent/Tot Program: Wednesday, 9:30am
- [DACP Enrollment](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/enroll/) - Enrollment opens to the general public on February 15th, and families are accepted on a first come-first served basis. If you're interested in enrolling your son or daughter at Drayton, please fill out the form below to contact the enrollment chair. S/He will contact you with openings available for your child (or children). Once enrollment
- [FAQ](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/faq/) - What is a cooperative preschool? A cooperative preschool is a preschool, which is owned and operated by parents. Parents and children become partners with the preschool school teacher to provide a rich experience for all. Parents work in the classroom alongside the teacher and the children. An Executive Board made up of parents elected by
- [Enrollment Forms](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/enrollment-forms/) - Enrollment opens to the general public on February 15th, and families are accepted on a first come-first served basis. New families are notified of their status on March 1st. Application Forms If you're interested in enrolling and haven't contacted the Membership Chair, please visit the Enrollment Page, which will give you steps to apply and
- [Playdough Recipe](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/playdough-recipe/) - Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 cup salt 2 tablespoons cream of tartar 2 cups water Food coloring 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil Optional: scent extract, glitter Instructions Mix the flour, salt and cream of tartar. Add food coloring to water. Add water and vegetable (and scent extract if desired) to dry ingredients. Cook over medium heat,
- [Child Development: 2s, 3s and 4s](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/child-development/) - Authors DANA MCMILLAN Director of early childhood programs at The Learning Exchange, a non-profit organization specializing in supporting teachers. Dana is a former elementary school teacher. EMILY BLOCH A former assistant editor at Parenting Magazine in New York, Emily is now a freelance writer and editor for various national publications. She works from her home
- [Calendar of Events](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/calendar/)

## Testimonials

- [– Seth K.](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/testimonials/seth-k/) - All three of my kids have attended Drayton. It has been more than a great school to us. It’s been a way to connect with the local community.
- [– Keely S.](https://www.draytonpreschool.org/testimonials/keely-s/) - I don't know how I did it all before Drayton. Not only are the teachers fantastic but the lasting friendships I have made with the families are unbelievable.

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