Choosing a preschool is choosing a child's first school community.
Before selecting a program, we encourage prospective families to experience CELA and determine whether our educational philosophy, environment and community align with what you want for your child.
Core curriculum and instructional materials
Classroom learning materials
Art and creative supplies
Music and movement experiences
Developmental progress reporting
CELA student portfolio
Family conferences
Family Engagement Programs
School celebrations
CELA student shirt
Graduation experiences where applicable
Meals/snacks included
Core curriculum and instructional materials
Classroom learning materials
Art and creative supplies
Music and movement experiences
Foreign Language
Developmental progress reporting
CELA student portfolio
Family conferences
Family Engagement Programs
School celebrations
CELA student shirt
Graduation experiences where applicable
On-site enrichment experiences
Meals/snacks included
Preschool Club online library of 600+ engaging preschool classes
Founding Family recognition
Protected tuition benefit for 2 years
Exclusive founding-family events
Special CELA keepsake
Priority consideration for future sibling enrollment
Opportunity to participate in select school traditions
Preschool Club online library of 600+ engaging preschool classes
A non-refundable enrollment fee of $250.00 is required upon acceptance to secure a child's placement.
The enrollment fee supports administrative onboarding, records preparation, and initial program materials and is separate from tuition.
Annual Payment
One tuition payment according to enrollment terms.
Monthly Payment Plan
Annual tuition divided into one scheduled monthly installments.
Bi-Monthly Payment Plan
Annual tuition divided equally in two scheduled monthly installments.
Families receive complete tuition and financial policies before finalizing enrollment.
CELA is currently a tuition-supported private preschool. Information regarding any future scholarship or tuition-assistance opportunities will be published as programs become available.
The next step isn't a payment. It's a conversation.
CELA is designed as a private preschool and early-learning academy. Our program combines developmentally appropriate academics, purposeful play, whole-child development, Christian character and age-appropriate leadership experiences.
Families seeking full-day enrollment may choose our extended program while still receiving the educational foundation of the CELA preschool experience.
For many young children, a concentrated three-hour preschool experience provides meaningful opportunities for instruction, play, relationships, movement and exploration while preserving flexibility for family schedules.
CELA intentionally develops both academic foundations and the learning behaviors associated with school readiness. Because children develop individually, we do not promise identical outcomes for every student. Our goal is for each child to demonstrate meaningful growth and leave CELA increasingly prepared for the expectations of kindergarten.
CELA's primary tuition structure reflects the cost of delivering a high-quality, intentionally small educational program. Any founding-family benefits, scholarships or limited enrollment incentives will be communicated when available.
No. CELA is located on the Compel Family Life Center campus and is rooted in Christian values, but enrollment is open to families seeking the educational experience and school culture CELA provides.
CELA is a Christian preschool, and biblical principles are incorporated into the school's culture and educational experience. Families from a variety of backgrounds may find CELA to be a welcoming community when they are comfortable with and supportive of the school's Christian identity.
The best first step is to schedule a visit.