Welcome to DCP!
Since 1984, we've been a vibrant community of Delaware parents who wanted to take an active role in their kids' early education. We started as a small, passionate group and built a non-profit, secular cooperative preschool focused on volunteering and collaboration.
At Delaware Cooperative Preschool (DCP), we believe in providing a warm and welcoming environment for all families. We’re committed to offering equal opportunities for early childhood education, regardless of race, color, veteran status, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or age.​
Our preschool is a special place where caregivers can grow as their child's primary educators, while kids thrive in a joyful and nurturing setting.
Our Programs
Preschool Program
For preschool children, hands are the tools of the mind, guiding how we prepare our classroom environment. DCP preschoolers independently explore a range of carefully prepared materials across curriculum areas such as Math & Science, Language & Alphabetic Principles, Sensory & Motor Skills, Arts & Crafts, and Practical Life Skills.
Cooperative Involvement
As part of our cooperative model, families have the chance to be directly involved in the classroom, shaping a learning environment that suits their own values and goals. This shared effort creates a rewarding experience for everyone—families, staff, and, most importantly, the children.
In our mixed-age, Montessori-inspired classrooms, children explore, play, and connect with their peers in a safe and accepting atmosphere. As members of DCP, caregivers also get to be part of the decision-making process that guides our staff, finances, and policies. We hold quarterly meetings to discuss important topics and celebrate our achievements, and our Board of Directors, made up of dedicated member volunteers, is elected each year to help steer our Cooperative.
Help Us Enrich Our Preschool Community – Your Support Makes a Difference!
At DCP, we are committed to providing a nurturing and enriching environment where our children can learn, grow, and thrive. As a cooperative preschool, our success is built on the involvement and generosity of our community.
As a cooperative preschool, we rely on the generosity of our members and community to keep our programs running smoothly and to provide the best experience for our children. Your donations enable us to purchase new learning materials, update our playground, fund special events, and support families in need.