Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The drop-off window is 8:45 to 9:15 a.m.

Monthly tuition is $1,275 for 5 days per week, $1,100 for 4 days, $900 for 3 days and $650 for 2 days.

What curriculum do you use?

We use The Creative Curriculum and introduce science, technology, engineering and math through play, exploration, building, experiments, art, music, movement and outdoor activities.

How do you communicate with families?

We use Procare to communicate and stay connected with families, and families can enroll online through Procare.

STEM preschool in Garden City, MILearning begins with wonder.

Q: What ages does Michigan STEM Preschool serve?

We welcome children ages 2½ through 12.

Q: What kinds of activities and play do you do?

Children learn through hands-on play: science experiments, building challenges, light tables, sensory bins, art, music, movement and outdoor time. Messy play is one of our core beliefs, so sand, water, paint and play dough are part of the day.

Hands-on science, building, art and outdoor play for ages 2½ to 12, with breakfast, lunch and a snack every day.

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Ages 2½ to 12Preschool and school-age
Mon to Fri, 9 to 3Drop-off 8:45 to 9:15 a.m.
Meals includedBreakfast, lunch and a snack
The Creative CurriculumPlay-based and hands-on

Classroom with a round table, wooden chairs and play kitchen

A welcoming place to explore, build and grow.

Michigan STEM Preschool gives children ages 2½ through 12 a hands-on place to learn. Every day mixes science, technology, engineering and math with play, exploration, building, experiments, art, music, movement and time outdoors.

Along the way we build early literacy, math, problem-solving, creativity, independence, and social and emotional skills, and our preschool program helps young children get ready for kindergarten.

Early literacy
Math
Problem-solving
Creativity
Independence
Social and emotional growth
Kindergarten readiness

Owned by Ramzi and Rasha Jaward.
Rasha Zahr Jaward is also our Program Administrator, and she will be the one welcoming you on your tour.

STEM, one letter at a time.

We follow The Creative Curriculum and bring science, technology, engineering and math into the day through play.

Science

Experiments, sensory bins, nature walks and plenty of "what happens if?" Children observe, predict and try it for themselves.

STEM classroom with light tables, cup towers and art supplies

Technology

Light tables, a digital microscope and simple tools that show how things work.

Digital microscope and light table next to shelves of materials

Engineering

Blocks, connectors and towers. Build it, test it, then build it better.

Colorful building pieces on a glowing light table

Math

Counting, sorting, patterns and shapes during games, snack time and cleanup.

$Stacked cup pyramid and a grid of colored squares in the STEM classroom$

Every day also includes Art Music Movement Outdoor play

Messy play is welcome here.

It is one of our core beliefs. Sand, water, paint and play dough let children test ideas with their hands, and the mess is part of the learning. Send them in play clothes and expect happy stories at pick-up.

Sensory table filled with sand, scoops and colorful toys

Programs for ages 2½ to 12.

Children learn alongside classmates at a similar stage, in classrooms set up for how they play and learn at that age.

Ages 2½ to 4

Preschool

First routines, new friends and lots of hands-on discovery. Language, independence and play come first.

Ages 4 to 5

Pre-K

Letters, numbers, listening and problem-solving skills that get children ready for kindergarten.

Ages 5 to 12

School-age

Bigger STEM projects, building challenges, art and outdoor play for older kids. Ask us about schedules.

Tuition and hours

Choose how many days a week work for your family. Every plan includes breakfast, lunch and one snack.

Days per week

2days$650

3days$900

4days$1,100

5days$1,275

$1,275per month

Breakfast, lunch and snack The Creative Curriculum Daily updates in Procare

Monthly tuition. Ask us on your tour about which weekdays are available for 2, 3 and 4 day plans.

A day at school

8:45 a.m.
Drop-off opensArrive any time until 9:15
9:00 a.m.
The day beginsBreakfast, learning centers and circle time
Midday
Lunch and a snackIncluded every day
3:00 p.m.
Pick-upMonday through Friday

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Take a look inside.

Bright classrooms, a dedicated STEM room, our own kitchen and a fenced playground.

STEM classroom with light tables and colorful supplies — STEM classroom

Lobby

Sensory table with sand and toys — Sensory table

Bright hallway leading to classrooms — Hallway

Classroom with round table and play kitchen — Classroom

Classroom with a colorful circle time rug — Circle time

Fenced playground with slides, grass and a riding path — Playground

Clean stainless steel school kitchen — Kitchen

Front entrance

Questions parents ask

Anything else on your mind? Ask us when you visit.

What ages do you serve?

We welcome children ages 2½ through 12, with a preschool program that helps young children get ready for kindergarten.

What are your hours?

Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can drop off any time between 8:45 and 9:15 a.m.

Are meals included?

Yes. Breakfast, lunch and one snack are included every day.

How much is tuition?

Monthly tuition is $1,275 for 5 days a week, $1,100 for 4 days, $900 for 3 days and $650 for 2 days.

What is The Creative Curriculum?

It is a research-based early childhood curriculum built around hands-on projects and play. We pair it with science, technology, engineering and math activities every day.

What kinds of activities and play do you do?

Children learn through hands-on play all day: science experiments, building challenges, light tables, sensory bins, art, music, movement and outdoor time on our playground. Messy play is one of our core beliefs. Sand, water, paint and play dough let children explore ideas with their hands, so please send them in clothes that can get a little messy.

How will I hear about my child's day?

We use Procare to communicate and stay connected with families. You can also enroll online through Procare.

Come see it in person.

Book a tour or ask us a question. We will get back to you to set up a time.

29633 Ford RoadGarden City, MI 48135

Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 3:00Drop-off 8:45 to 9:15 a.m.

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Love hands-on learning? Apply to work with us, and current staff can complete their paperwork online.

Employee Emergency Contact FormFor Michigan STEM staff

Every team member keeps emergency contacts on file. Fill it out online in a few minutes, or download the printable form and bring it to the office.

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Update it any time a phone number or emergency instruction changes, and review it at least once a year.