Completed registration application
A completed registration application is required at the time of registration.
Tuition & Fees for the 2026–2027 School Year
Review current fees, registration-time payments, and office contact details before you enroll.
How Year-Long Tuition Is Set Up
Preschool tuition is organized around the school-year program, not a drop-in or per-class-attended model. Use the details below to understand the payment structure, then confirm the exact tuition for your child’s class if you need an amount not shown here.
Tuition Numbers at a Glance
9 tuition paymentsThe preschool tuition payment plan is broken into 9 payments.
Due on the 1stMonthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month.
$10 late feePayments received after the 10th of the month incur a $10 late fee.
$15 enrichment registrationEnrichment programs have a $15 registration fee per program.
Required at the Time of Registration
Please plan for the application and applicable registration-time payments when you register. Checks should be made payable to “Preschool at DUMC.”
$70 Activity Registration Fee
This activity registration fee is required at registration and is non-refundable.
May 2027 tuition payment
The May 2027 tuition payment is due at registration and is non-refundable after 6/30/26; withdrawal and refund requests must be made in writing.
$75 Special Materials Fee
This additional fee applies only to Afternoon Adventures and Discovery and is non-refundable.
Tuition Policy to Know Before Enrolling
These policies help families plan for the full year and avoid surprises after registration.
Monthly tuition due date
Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month.
Late payment rule
Payments received after the 10th of the month will incur a $10 late fee.
No proration of tuition
Tuition is payable in full and is not prorated, regardless of sessions held, classes attended, holidays, or cancellations due to inclement weather, terrorism, civil disobedience, or acts of God.
Enrichment Program Tuition
Enrichment Program session fees are payable at the time of registration. There are 4 sessions per year, and each enrichment program also has a $15 registration fee.
Children’s Yoga
Session fee is $115.
Art for Creative Kids
Session fee is $115.
Melodies and Movement
Session fee is $115.
Time for Twos
Session fee is $115.
Lunch Bunch
Session fee is $115.
Questions Before Registering?
Use these answers to check the timing, refund limits, and payment rules before you submit registration materials.
Are preschool tuition fees based on the full school year?
Yes. Tuition fees are based on The Preschool at DUMC’s year-long preschool programs.
How many payments are in the tuition payment plan?
For convenience, the payment plan is broken down into 9 payments.
What is due when I register?
At registration, families submit a completed registration application, the $70 Activity Registration Fee, the May 2027 tuition payment, and, for Afternoon Adventures and Discovery only, the $75 Special Materials Fee. Checks should be made payable to “Preschool at DUMC.”
Are any registration-time fees refundable?
The $70 Activity Registration Fee is non-refundable. The May 2027 tuition payment is non-refundable after 6/30/26, with no exceptions; withdrawal and refund requests must be made in writing. The $75 Special Materials Fee is non-refundable.
When is monthly tuition due and when is a late fee charged?
Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month. Payments received after the 10th of the month will incur a $10 late fee.
Are program-specific preschool tuition amounts listed here, and who should I contact if I need them?
No program-specific preschool tuition amounts are listed here. For exact tuition for a class or schedule, call the preschool office at 215-345-9775.
Review Registration Steps or Ask the Preschool Office
If the fee policies answer your questions, move on to registration. If you still need the exact tuition for a program, the office can help before you submit materials.