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BPS Early Learning
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Welcome to Early Learning in Birmingham Public Schools!
BPS early learning programs are committed to providing a nurturing and secure educational setting for young children and their families. In a safe, age-appropriate, engaging environment, children learn and explore as they experience their world. Our play-based programs encourage the development of each child's unique potential. The process enhances physical, emotional, social, creative and intellectual growth. Staff, children and families, in partnership with the community, learn to value diversity and to foster individuality, self-confidence, love of learning and respect for themselves and others.
The BPS early learning programs follow the HighScope curriculum. This curriculum aligns with the Early Childhood Standards of Quality for the State of Michigan. A strong foundation for school readiness, to enhance cognitive, physical and social-emotional creative development is the focus of our high-quality programs.
Our teachers have been trained in early childhood education and understand that all children go through the same stages of development, but each child develops at a different rate. In addition to planning classroom activities based on this comprehensive curriculum, teachers work to establish rapport with children and families and to create an age appropriate physical environment.
To learn more about the preschool programs offered through BPS, browse the chart below, read the preschool brochure, or visit their web pages listed on the right.
We look forward to providing your child with an exceptional educational experience!
Preschool Programs
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Wee Care - Infants (beginning at 6 weeks) through preschool
LocationInside Groves High School20500 W. 13 Mile RoadBeverly Hills, MI248-203-4024HoursFull DayFollows School Year calendarRates$70/day (8.5 hours)$74/day (10 hours)
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BPS Early Childhood Center - Toddlers (beginning at 18 months) through preschool
Location
2121 Midvale
Birmingham, MI
248.203.5805Hours
Full Day
School Year or Year Round calendars availableRates
$58/day (6.5 hours)
$73/day (9 hours)
$83/day (11 hours)
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Neighborhood Elementary Preschools - 3 & 4 years
Location
Various locations -
neighborhood BPS
elementary schools.
See Registration below for more informationHours
TTH, MWF or MTWThF
Full Day, Half Day, and Half Day Extended programs
Options vary by school
Follows School Year calendarRates
Starting at $1950/year
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Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) - 4 years
Location
Bingham Farms Elementary
23400 W. 13 Mile Road
Bingham Farms, MI
248.203.5805Hours
Mon-Thurs
Full Day
Follows School Year calendarRates
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Early Childhood Special Education - 3 & 4 years
Location
2121 Midvale
Birmingham, MI
248.203.5805Hours
Mon-Thurs
Half Day
Follows School Year calendarRates
Children are enrolled in the ECSE based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Early Learning Updates
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BPS is now enrolling students for preschool and early learning programs! Call 248.203.5805 to find a program that fits your unique needs!
Contact us
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Administration
Laura Tinsley
Early Learning, principal
248.203.5805
Nicole Crawford
Early Learning, secretary
248.203.5803Julia Cody
Wee Care, director
248.203.4024Community School Organizer (CSO)
Tracey Flaherty
Beverly Elementary
248.203.3158
Cindy Blakely
Bingham Farms Elementary
248.203.3382
Cynthia Sowle
Greenfield Elementary
248.203.3244
Beth Swanson
Harlan Elementary
248.203.3284Nanci Lasser-Fearon
Pembroke Elementary
248.203.3880
Carey Larson
Pierce Elementary
248.203.4327Mandy Reimann
Quarton Elementary
248.203.3454
Mitzi Varda
West Maple Elementary
248.203.5112