The Lewiston - Altura Early Childhood program provides experiences in an educational environment with routines, schedules, and activities following Creative Curriculum guiding principles. This is not a strict school based setting, but a play inspired, child led learning setting that promotes independence, confidence, growth, and fun!
We understand that for many children, this is the first time in a classroom or away from familiar caregivers and are here to support families and their children in this transition for a positive school experience. Licensed teachers provide daily activities to give the children opportunities to grow socially, emotionally, and physically while developing a life long desire to learn.
- We are a 4-Star Parent Aware rated preschool programming for ages 3 and up.
- We are offer half-day preschool classes.
- We offer some staff and family discounts for preschool. Some children may be eligible for reduced or free tuition due to scholarships or state funding sources.
- School transportation may be available for children who are ages 4 and up.
- Our schedule follows the district calendar for holidays and weather related closings.
Preschool Class options:
For children enrolling in 3/4 year old preschool (age 3 by Sept 1)
Two years before Kindergarten - M/W/F am 8:30-11 $120/month
- M/W/Th/F am 8:30-11 $160/month
- M/W/F pm 12:30-3 $120/month
- M-F pm 12:30-3 $200/month
For children enrolling in 4/5 year old preschool (age 4 by Sept 1)
One year before Kindergarten
- M-F am 8:30-11 $200/month
- M-F pm 12:30-3 $200/month
Cardinal Club is an option if you’re looking for extended care beyond the preschool schedules. It offers quality childcare for children ages 33 months and up. It offers care between 7 am and 5:30 pm for additional fees. Cardinal Club is open year-round with limited program closings.
**Please contact the Cardinal Club Director, Linda Leibfried for further inquiries. cardinalclub@lewalt.k12.mn.us
Both programs are located at the Elementary School.
Preschool tuition and Cardinal Club fees are billed separately throughout the year.
Registration forms are available here:
Online Link: 25-26 Preschool Registration Form
Download & Complete: 25-26 Preschool Registration Form
Spanish version: Spanish Preschool Registration Form
Please complete this additional form for full enrollment.
Enrollment form #2
*Drop off completed forms to the elementary school or mail to Early Childhood Program:
Lewiston-Altura Elementary School
115 Fremont Street
Lewiston, MN 55952
It is MN law that children enrolling in our program need to show that they have received immunizations or an exemption. We accept immunization forms (i.e. a copy of completed immunizations provided by health care provider) by fax, mail, or at the school office any time by the first day of class.
