Foundations Preschool of Washtenaw County

Foundations Preschool of Washtenaw County offers an Infant/Toddler Program for children 6 weeks to 36 months, a Preschool Program for children 3 to 4 years, and a FREE Pre-K Program (GSRP) for children 4 to 5 years. The Infant/Toddler Program is described as a warm and responsive environment that supports learning and development. The Preschool Program focuses on developing independence in learning, and the FREE Pre-K Program strengthens social, emotional, and academic readiness skills for kindergarten.

Programs

• Infant/Toddler Program — 6 weeks to 36 months · A warm and responsive environment that supports learning and development.
• Preschool Program — 3 to 4 years · Developing independence in learning so children gain confidence in their ability to think, decide, and solve problems.
• FREE Pre-K Program (GSRP) — 4 to 5 years · Strengthening social, emotional, and academic readiness skills that prepare your child for Kindergarten.
• Summer Camp — Entering K and 1st Grade · Days of Discovery, STEAM-focused, fun & affordable Summer Camp.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old

About the provider

Foundations Preschool of Washtenaw County has been operating since 1934 and is the oldest continuously running childcare center in the state of Michigan. Its mission is to provide equitable access to high-quality early childhood programs and support services. Community partners listed include Ann Arbor Host Lions Club, Beta Sigma Phi, Cavalry Presbyterian Church, Food Gatherers, MacArthur Foundation, Michigan Medicine Emergency Medicine Residency, Speckhard-Knight Charitable Foundation, St. Francis of Assisi, Eastern Michigan University Football Team, University of Michigan Ginsburg Center, University of Michigan Kid’s Kitchen, University of Michigan Pearl Project, University of Michigan Project Outreach, United Way of Southeast Michigan, Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, and The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation.

Founded as Perry Nursery School; renamed in 2014. The source states children are cared for from ages 6 weeks through 5 years, and summer camp is for children entering K and 1st grade. It also states all families with a child turning 4 years old before December 1st of the school year now qualify for GSRP tuition assistance, and that the child’s first day will be no less than 5 school days after all required paperwork has been received and reviewed by the office staff.

Last updated October 27, 2026.