Little Mariners Preschool

William Kelley School, Silver Bay

Our preschools focus on building social emotional skills, literacy and language, physical and emotional wellness as well as preparing them to be part of our K-12 learning path. Our school based program provides the accommodations of the Minnehaha and William M Kelley schools. Learning in the school children will attend kindergarten allows time to become comfortable, learn the building and meet staff.

Our objectives utilize developmentally appropriate activities which enhance a child's development.

Play and interact with other children
Relate to & follow directions from other adults
Participate as a group member
Enhance a child's creativity
Stimulate a child intellectually

Have fun!

Registration begins Monday March 10th @ 7:30am

Scroll to the bottom of this page to see current class registration options.

All registrations are pending until approved. If classes fill, a waiting list will be implemented. Please utilize the waiting list as enrollment may change.

It is important to register if you are interested in 4's preschool for 2025-26. If/when spots become available, students are accepted from the waitlist in the order they registered.

2025 - 2026 School year information:

Little Mariners Preschool 4’s:

Tuition = $280 per month
3 days per week for 4 hours
Registration fee = $50

Registration Requirements:

Children must be 4 on Sept 1st, 2025
Children must be able to take care of toileting independently.
Children must complete Early Childhood Screening before attending the Preschool 4’s program.

Is paying for Preschool tuition a concern?

We have several options to help.

If your family is eligible for free or reduced lunch, you may qualify for a Pathway 1 Early Learning Scholarship or Pathway 2 Early Learning Scholarship which would cover 100% of tuition.

Pathway 1 Early Learning Scholarship

Pathway 2 Early Learning Scholarship

You may be eligible for reduced tuition based on your family’s income. Income verification for the last 2 pay periods or last year’s income is required to determine where your family falls on our Sliding Fee Scale. Income verification may be submitted to Angie Goutermont (agoutermont@isd381.org).

Wrap care may be available through Little Mariners Childcare Center!

Little Mariners Childcare Center Preschool 3’s:

Register through Little Mariners Childcare.
Registration is open year round.
The preschool program for three year olds is now fully integrated into Little Mariners Child Care. Families interested in a three's preschool experience, but not necessarily needing care, should enroll in the preschool-age care program for half-day. Students are welcome to participate for the full morning section; however most of our curriculum based learning occurs between 8:00am - 12:00pm