enrollment | runabouts

Runabouts closed due to COVID-19 in March, 2020 and will remain closed because Melissa is pursuing a career working with kids and families in public libraries. Thanks so much to everyone who has been involved over the years. It's been incredible.

(see enrollment process at the bottom of this page)

Runabouts is for children ages 3- 5 years old (occasionally some 2 1/2 year olds are admitted). There are no more than12 children per morning, with two teachers.

The preschool program is from 9am-1pm. Extended Days are available 9-3. Early arrival starts at 8:30. Families choose a Monday & Wednesday, Tuesday Thursday & Thursday, or Monday - Thursday schedule. There is no school on Fridays.

Runabouts operates on the Portland Public School calendar, except we start the Tuesday after Labor Day in September. Families are expected to commit to the whole school year when they enroll.

First & last months payments are due at the time of enrollment, and are non-refundable. There are currently no fees for enrollment, wait list, or supplies.

Tuition is a yearly fee, split into 10 monthly payments. It is not adjusted for missed days due to travel, child illness, teacher planning days, holidays, etc. However, occasionally this can be arranged in advance when enrolling.

One parent from each family participates in one 4 hour work day per school year.

All parents attend a Parent Orientation in September.