Lincoln Parks and Recreation preschool program registration opens on Tuesday

The two preschool programs will begin in September.

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Registration for Lincoln Parks and Recreation preschool programs will open on Tuesday.

The programs will begin in September.  A $50 nonrefundable registration fee is required, and space is limited, according to Lincoln Parks and Rec.

The available preschool programs:

Little Sprouts Preschool – Calvert Recreation Center, 4500 Stockwell St. This half-day program is for children ages 3 to 5. Children will learn about nature and the world around them in an urban setting while learning other skills for school success. Enrollment options include:

• Tuesday and Thursday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. The fee is $69 per month.
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. The fee is $97 per month.
• Monday through Friday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. The fee is $166 per month.

Nature Center Preschool – Pioneers Park Nature Center, 3201 S. Coddington Ave. These play-based programs include hiking, climbing, digging, building and being outdoors. Children will enjoy the natural world while gaining the skills needed for school readiness. Enrollment options include:

• Preschool for ages 3 through 4, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. The fee is $105 per month.
• Prekindergarten for ages 4 through 5, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. or 12:45 to 3:15 p.m. The fee is $155 per month.

People can register and find more information at parks.lincoln.ne.gov.