How to Enroll

Melrose Preschool is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach to education, as well as the Conscious Discipline philosophy for social skills and self-regulation. These two philosophies work in tandem to offer the best environment for your child to thrive in.  The Reggio education model believes in child-led learning and working as a team to educate the child. Our school staff and each family work together to maintain balance. Family involvement is key to helping parents understand the needs of each child for proper development, and also gives your child the feeling of safety knowing the parent is involved in school. 

We are a tuition based private school and we do not accept VPK vouchers.​ 

Understanding our Pre-K 4 Program: Melrose has never participated in the State of Florida’s Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program (VPK).  There are many reasons that we’re happy to discuss with you, but mainly it’s directed at the testing that is required three times a year for 4 year olds.  We are a school that does not test - therefore we do not teach to test.

Academics are always taught at Melrose, but it’s done in a hands-on, play-based environment. We prepare all children for Kindergarten and we use a guideline throughout the school year to make sure children stay on track. We also make sure parents use workbooks at home, to cover all bases in PreK.

Melrose Preschool bases their choice of placement based on the following criteria:

  • Current school family

  • When paperwork and fees were turned in

  • Observation Component

  • Family Questionnaire

  • Academic, Social and Emotional Progress

We do not base our placement of students on race, color, religion or gender identity.

We’re excited to begin a new year and continue some well loved traditions, as well as start some new ones!

Enrollment Steps

The enrollment process begins after Melrose has confirmed an available spot for your child. We have a annual Open House followed by our Open Enrollment in February of each year.

Step 1:

  • Each family must have already completed a New Student tour or attended our Open House. Your child should be present for the tour. This only applies to families who are not currently students.

  • If your child is unable to attend a tour or Melrose would like to get to know them better, your child must attend the New Student observation component. Referred to as a Meet & Greet, this will be a 20 minute observation, completed by Melrose Administration.

    • We will email a confirmation of your Meet & Greet appointment after reviewing availability for your child.  

    • We conduct these in groups of 3-4 children at a time.

    • During this time it gives us the opportunity to get to know your child. It consists of small group time and allows children to explore and play with others.

    • Only one parent is able to attend and is required to stay with the child at all times. Parents will need to help the child(ren) with any issues that may arise during the session.

    • It is helpful for children to eat and drink before arriving.

    • Children should also use the restroom or have a fresh diaper beforehand.
       

Step 2: Pay forms & fees (due at time of enrollment)

  • Turn in your Child’s Application - FORM A

  • Turn in your Family Questionnaire - FORM B

  • Turn in your Tuition contract (2 pages). Both parent signatures are required.  - FORM C

  • Pay the New Student Application Fee which is per child and non-refundable

  • Pay Annual Supply Fee: per child non-refundable

  • Pay per child non-refundable enrollment fee

  • Melrose will send a final email confirmation of acceptance within 1 week after your child has their Meet & Greet. Parents or guardians must reply within 48-72 hours to secure your child’s spot.

  • Melrose accepts checks or cash for these fees. We will not deposit your check or cash until after your child has been accepted into our school.

  • All fees listed above (Application, Supply & Enrollment) may be on one check.


Step 3 - Complete medical paperwork and Tuition Express form

  • MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ORIENTATION IN AUGUST — Your child MAY NOT begin school until ALL paperwork is completed.​

  • Updated Physical - State of Florida School Entry Health Exam

  • Copy of current Shot Records or Exemption Florida Certificate of Immunizations with valid Expiration Date

  • Tuition Express Form (Our Procare Software system) - Melrose does not accept cash for tuition payments