Rabbits: The Details
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Rabbits is a play-based, nature-inspired class developed to support kindergarten readiness. The class follows an emergent curriculum, meaning that the objects and ideas that ignite the children's interests form the basis of activities and lines of inquiry that are pursued from day to day.
The daily schedule allows free time for children to play, explore, and experiment as they choose. The nature-based curriculum incorporates the arts, literacy and language, science, and math, all of which happen through play. A daily class meeting includes time for exchanging ideas, discussing current events, reading, music making, and planning for the future. Activities take place in small and large groups, and there is plenty of time for outside adventures.
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While the Rabbits are playing, they are also building social skills that are the foundation of kindergarten readiness. Playing well with others, problem-solving, becoming emotionally aware, being helpful to others, and self-regulation are all skills and habits that children need to be successful in kindergarten (and beyond). The great news is that children can become proficient in these areas through playing with other children!
ScheduleTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:15 pm - 3:15 pm We follow the Fairfax County Public Schools calendar for school closings. Additional BenefitsWhen you enroll your child in Hunters Woods Cooperative Preschool you will also receive:
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Cost
2025-2026 Tuition: $445 per month (Sep - May).
Registration Fee: $150 due with application (non-refundable)
Other Costs to Consider:
Families provide a snack for their own child daily. Each child is required to come with a re-useable water bottle each day.
The Rabbits class will spend the majority of their time outdoors each day in all kinds of weather. We strongly suggest obtaining rain boots, waterproof mittens, and a water-resistant winter coat. Other options to consider include a rain suit (or pants+jacket), long underwear, wool socks, winter boots, a neck warmer/scarf, and a winter hat. Guidance and support for acquiring appropriate gear will be provided.
Registration Fee: $150 due with application (non-refundable)
Other Costs to Consider:
Families provide a snack for their own child daily. Each child is required to come with a re-useable water bottle each day.
The Rabbits class will spend the majority of their time outdoors each day in all kinds of weather. We strongly suggest obtaining rain boots, waterproof mittens, and a water-resistant winter coat. Other options to consider include a rain suit (or pants+jacket), long underwear, wool socks, winter boots, a neck warmer/scarf, and a winter hat. Guidance and support for acquiring appropriate gear will be provided.
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Cooperative ExpectationsVolunteering: As a co-op, volunteers are at the heart of our program. Family volunteer commitments may be split up among various family members, but all classroom volunteers must attend orientation training and undergo a background check prior to serving in the classroom. Orientation sessions will be offered before school begins and on an as-needed basis throughout the school year. Each day one parent (or other trained representative, i.e., grandparent, aunt, uncle, neighbor, nanny, etc.) from two families will be present in the classroom along with an aide to assist the teacher, keeping our adult to child ratio at 1:4. This results in about 15-18 classroom days per-family, per-year. Parents may be asked to volunteer to chaperone and/or provide transportation on field trips on occasion. Our board of directors is made up of parents. Serving on the board is voluntary.
Education: As a requirement of licensing, classroom volunteers are required to attend four hours of training per year. In addition to the classroom orientation, parents should plan to attend two parent education workshops during the course of the school year. Parent education will be offered by the school and will address topics in which parents have expressed interest, including positive discipline, child development, kindergarten readiness, nutrition, and mindfulness.
Community Building: HWPS belongs to you! We strive to create and maintain a sense of camaraderie within the school, and to building connections to the surrounding community. We encourage families to attend as many of our social events as possible, but at minimum, please plan on attending our fall social event to get to know other families within the school.
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