Tuition + financial aid

Clear tuition information before you make a big family decision.

Choosing a school is already emotional. The money part should be clear. This page gathers the basics: starting rates, enrollment fees, payment options, sibling discounts, financial aid, and what tuition helps support during the school day.

Brightwheel Admissions Packet
In progress
1
Choose a tuition plan Monthly, commitment, quarterly, or annual options
2
Review enrollment fees Deposit, supply fee, sibling discount, and start date
3
Set up Brightwheel Autopay, documents, and family communication
4
Ask about aid if needed Sliding scale, DWS subsidy support, or temporary hardship
Next step Tour first, then we walk through the details.
The short version

Tuition depends on age, schedule, and payment plan.

The numbers below are 2026 full-time monthly tuition rates. A final tuition quote may still depend on your child’s age group, classroom availability, enrollment commitment, payment option, and any approved discounts or financial aid.

2026 tuition starts at

Full-time monthly tuition.

These are full-time monthly rates for 2026. We’ll confirm your final rate once we know your child’s age group, classroom availability, payment option, and any approved discounts or financial aid.

Infants $1,550/mo

2026 full-time monthly tuition.

1-year-olds $1,470/mo

2026 full-time monthly tuition.

2-year-olds $1,400/mo

2026 full-time monthly tuition.

3–5-year-olds $1,365/mo

2026 full-time monthly tuition.

School-aged children 5+ $1,260/mo

2026 full-time monthly tuition.

Payment options

Several ways to structure tuition.

Families can choose the payment structure that fits them best, as long as it matches the enrollment agreement and available program options.

Monthly tuition

A straightforward monthly payment plan for families who want tuition broken into regular monthly invoices.

Commitment discount

A 12-month commitment discount may be available for families choosing that enrollment structure.

Prepay savings

Quarterly and annual prepay options may offer savings for families who prefer to pay ahead.

Sibling discount

Families with more than one enrolled child may receive a 15% sibling discount.

Deposit + supply fee

A non-refundable $250 deposit holds your child’s spot. A $95 annual supply fee also applies.

Brightwheel autopay

Families use Brightwheel for autopay, admissions paperwork, documents, and school communication.

What tuition includes

Tuition holds your child’s spot in our program.

Tuition helps support the parts of school that children feel every day: staffed classrooms, prepared materials, outdoor play, social-emotional support, classroom communication, and the ordinary routines that make the day work.

Program optionsFull-time and part-time options depending on classroom availability.
Hands-on curriculumReggio-inspired, Montessori-influenced, STEAM-rich work with real materials.
Low ratiosSmaller groups support more noticing, calmer transitions, and more teacher time.
Meals and snacksMeal and snack details vary by location and eligibility. We can walk through the current setup on your tour.
Community eventsSeasonal celebrations, family involvement opportunities, and school community moments.
Special activitiesSpecial school activities are built into the program rather than treated as constant add-ons.
Financial aid

Support is available for families who qualify.

TWS offers sliding-scale financial aid, temporary hardship support, and help for families using DWS Child Care Subsidy when available. Aid depends on eligibility, documentation, classroom availability, and current funding.

01Start with your family’s need

Let us know that tuition support is part of your enrollment question.

02Explore subsidy options

Families may apply for available child care subsidy support if eligible.

03Ask about school aid

If additional help is needed, we can explain the current financial aid process.

How enrollment works

Tour, apply, choose a tuition plan, complete paperwork.

Step 1Submit an inquiry or schedule a tour.
Step 2Complete the enrollment application and pay the registration fee.
Step 3Finalize tuition plan and payment schedule.
Step 4Complete paperwork online before your child starts.
Questions parents ask

Tuition + financial aid FAQ.

Next step

Start with a tour.

Once we know your child’s age group, schedule needs, and start timeline, we can help you understand the tuition plan that fits your family.