Camas School District Preschools

Camas School District runs three early childhood preschool programs: one for 2½- through 3-year-olds, one for 3- through 4-year-olds, and another for 4- through 5-year-olds. All three programs are led by experienced preschool instructors – many of whom are certified teachers – and their qualified support staff. Each day is designed to meet every child’s social, emotional, physical, communication, cognitive, and pre-academic needs, using research-based instructional practices and activities aimed at achieving kindergarten readiness.

Preschools:

Prices are subject to change for the 2023-24 school year.

2023-2024 Preschool Registration Information

Information for the next school year will be posted soon. We will also have two informational presentations:

Zoom Webinar
Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 9:30 AM
Led by directors of each program, get all of your questions answered during this live informational webinar. Click here to join the webinar: https://camas-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/83427066275?pwd=SHRSekFIVi91dk9tSEhmcDZqZDZlZz09

In Person
Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM
This presentation will be led by directors of each program at the Heights Learning Center Campus gym, 4600 NE Garfield Street,
Camas. Please come to the main parking lot (do not drive to the back of the building).

If you missed these events, you can see the slide presentation here. You will find other helpful information and important dates below.

Existing Families (families who are currently enrolled in one of our preschool programs for the 2022-23 school year)

Existing families get to register before new families. This includes siblings. Existing families are those with a child currently in one of our preschool programs. Existing families will be emailed a link for online registration and other instructions in January. The link will not work until Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 10:00 AM and will stop working at noon Thursday, February 9, 2023.

  • Thursday, February 2: Registration opens at 10 AM for EXISTING families of all three preschools.
  • Thursday, February 9: Last day for EXISTING families to register by noon.
  • A $100 nonrefundable deposit is required.
  • It has been our experience that Chrome works best with our websites, especially if using a Mac.

New Families (families who are not currently enrolled in one of our preschools)

Registration is a two-step process.

Step 1: Get a registration number.

  • February 1-8, 2023: To receive a registration number, click here to submit a request. The form will be available from 9:00 AM Wednesday, February 1, through noon Wednesday, February 8. To be equitable, we randomize the forms for number assignments.
  • February 8, noon: Deadline for NEW families to fill out the form to get a registration number.
  • February 9: NEW families will be emailed a registration number, time, and other instructions. To be equitable, we randomize the forms for number assignments.

Step 2: Register IN PERSON.

  • February 15, 2023: In-person registration for NEW families will take place at the Heights Learning Center at 4600 NE Garfield, Camas. You will be emailed detailed instructions. Please come to the main parking lot – look for the flagpoles – (do not drive to the back of the building).
  • We will start with number 1 at 9:00 AM. It may seem discouraging if you receive a higher number, but it is important to note that this registration is for three different preschools with several different ages/classes. We also create waitlists once a class is full.
  • A $100 nonrefundable deposit is required.
  • It has been our experience that Chrome works best with our websites, especially if using a Mac.

About Camas Integrated Preschool

An integrated preschool program for children ages 3–5 years, with and without special needs

  • Led by highly qualified, certificated teachers with a team of educational support staff
  • Supported by early-childhood professionals, including a speech/ language pathologist, occupational therapist, and physical therapist
  • Low student-to-adult ratio
  • Designed to meet children’s social-emotional, cognitive, physical, communication, and pre-academic needs
  • Uses research-based instructional practices and programs
  • Promotes kindergarten readiness

Program details

  • Age Requirement: Must be 3 years of age by August 31
  • Location: The Heights Learning Center, 4600 NE Garfield St., Camas, WA 98607 (formerly named Lacamas Heights Elementary)
  • Days: Four days a week – M/T/Th/F (no Wednesday classes)
  • Session Options: Morning session 8:40–11:10 AM / Afternoon session 12:25–2:55 PM
  • Tuition: $300 per month for 10 months + $100 nonrefundable yearly application fee

For more information about Camas Integrated Preschool, contact the Camas School District registrar at 360-833-5410 or maria.spencer@camas.wednet.edu. If you have questions about your child’s development, contact CSD Special Services at 360-833-5570.

Peer models wanted

Camas Integrated Preschool is looking for some strong peer models to enhance the education of its students with special needs by being a helper, leader, and friend. In return, these peers can develop leadership qualities, confidence, and compassion. All students in the program participate in a variety of developmentally appropriate preschool activities. A good peer model:

  • Displays typical development and classroom behavior
  • Builds positive relationships with peers
  • Has age-appropriate pre-academic, motor, and play skills
  • Has age-appropriate communication skills

If you are interested in your student becoming a peer model in the Integrated Preschool, complete the following two steps. Enrollment is based on space availability and screening results.

  1. Complete the Peer Model Screening form by February 1, 2023
  2. Attend one Preschool Practice opportunity with your child at the Heights Learning Center, Room 103:
  • February 1, 2023, 11:00-12:00 PM
  • February 1, 2023, 4:30-5:30 PM