Moving Forward Together

The application process for our Preschool Program is simple and personal. First, we invite you to visit Mary Meyer School—come see the warmth, creativity, and playfulness that fill our schoolhouse. Then, when you’re ready, submit your application so we can learn more about your family and what matters most in a preschool experience. If questions come up at any point, call us at 773.549.0870—we’re here to help.

(To register for our Parent & Toddler Program, please submit our  Parent Toddler Program Registration form.)
1 Visit Mary Meyer School
We’d love to welcome you to our schoolhouse and share the magic of Mary Meyer School! Registration for a visit is easy—simply visit our New Family Inquiries page, submit our form, and we’ll help you reserve your spot. We can’t wait to meet you!
  • Weekly School Tours – Join us every Thursday, 9:30–10:10 AM to see our classrooms and Playgarden in action, with children learning, playing, and exploring. For grown-ups only please.
    • Please note we are closed for breaks December 19th to January 4th, February 16 to February 20th, and April 6th to April 10th. 
  • Evening Prospective Parent Nights, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Get an in-depth look at our program, hear from teachers and current parents, and tour the beautiful schoolhouse we call home. For grown-ups only please. 
    • Wednesday, January 21, 2026
    • Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • Weekend Open Houses, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM – Visit the schoolhouse in a relaxed setting, learn about our philosophy and programs, and connect with staff and fellow prospective families. All are welcome!
    • Sunday, December 7, 2025
    • Sunday, March 29, 2026
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2 Submit Your Application
We’re excited to welcome new families for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years!

For 2025–2026, space is still available in our Preschool and Parent & Toddler programs, and we’ll continue to admit families as spots allow.

For 2026–2027, apply by early February 2026 to receive priority consideration, or submit your application anytime after—spots are filled on a rolling basis as they become available. Begin your child’s journey in our cozy schoolhouse, where curiosity, play, and discovery await!
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  • Program Age Eligibility for 2025-2026
    ​    Morning Class:     Children born between December 2, 2021 and December 1, 2022 
    Afternoon Class: Children born between September 2, 2020 and July 31, 2022 
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  • Program Age Eligibility for 2026-2027
    ​    Morning Class:     Children born between December 2, 2022 and December 1, 2023  
    Afternoon Class: Children born between September 2, 2021 and July 31, 2023 ​
3 Admission & Enrollment
Once you’ve applied, here’s what to expect as we move through the admission and enrollment process:
  • Admission Decisions: Sent via email in early February 2026
  • Enrollment Agreement: Families offered admission return a signed agreement and deposit to secure their spot
  • Rolling Admissions: Continue from mid-February as space becomes available.
  • Tuition Assistance: Tuition assistance is available for the Preschool Program; please review the section below for more information.

Tuition Assistance

At Mary Meyer School, we believe every child should have the chance to learn, play, and grow in our nurturing environment. Tuition assistance is available for the Preschool Program, helping make our joyful, curiosity-driven education accessible to families from all backgrounds.

We use TADS to gather family information, but award decisions are made by Mary Meyer School—and requesting assistance never affects admission. Please note that tuition assistance is not available for the Parent & Toddler Program.

Tuition Assistance Applications for priority admissions in the 2026-2027 School Year are Due: January 12, 2026

​Please visit our Tuition page for complete information on annual program tuition assistance opportunities.

More to Explore

Applying to Mary Meyer School is just the start of a vibrant, welcoming journey. Learn more about our tuition, family involvement, and the traditions that make our community thrive.