3 Year Old Programs

Holly Area Schools Early Childhood Department believes that individual children develop best in a nurturing classroom environment with active learning experiences. With the HighScope curriculum, our teachers build students' confidence toward the development of skills based on Michigan Early Childhood Standards of Quality. We foster supportive relationships with families and community partners to enrich the child's emotional and social development. These beliefs guide our practice and provide the framework for program decisions.

Head Start

Head Start is a free, federally funded preschool program designed for families who meet income and other eligibility requirements designed to provide children with a high-quality early childhood education experience. The program supports school readiness by providing high-quality, full-day preschool services, Monday through Thursday.

Program times may vary by location and are currently offered at Holly Elementary, Rose Pioneer Elementary, and Davisburg Elementary.

Holly Area Schools uses the HighScope Curriculum, a research-based approach that supports all areas of child development, including social-emotional growth, physical health, language and literacy, math, science, creative arts, and social studies.

Before and after school care is available for a fee for families who need extended hours beyond the regular preschool day.

Tuition Based Preschool

Our Tuition Preschool Program offers high-quality early learning experiences for 3-year-olds, with both half-day and full-day options, Monday through Thursday. Tuition is based on a full-week schedule; we do not offer partial-week enrollment.

Approximate Program Hours (Final times TBD based on building schedules):

Half Day: Approximately 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Full Day: Approximately 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Currently, this program is offered at Holly Elementary, Rose Elementary and Davisburg Elementary.

Children must be three years old on or before December 1 of the current school year to enroll. There are no eligibility requirements—this program is open to all families.

Holly Area Schools uses the HighScope Curriculum, a research-based approach that supports development across all learning domains, including social-emotional skills, physical development, health, language and literacy, mathematics, science, creative arts, and social studies.

Before and after school care is available for a fee for families who need extended hours beyond the regular preschool day.

Tuition & Payment Information

There is a $50 non-refundable registration fee due at the time of enrollment per family, per year.

The tuition rate is based on a full school year (September through May). Families may choose to pay in full up front (with a 5% discount) or make monthly payments over 9 months.

Program Type

Monthly Rate (Sept–May)

Paid-in-Full by Aug. 22 (5% Discount)

Full Annual Rate

Half Day (Mon–Thurs)

$355/month

$3,040

$3,195

Full Day (Mon–Thurs)

$800/month

$6,840

$7,200

Paid-in-full amounts reflect a 5% discount when paid on or before August 22, 2025.

Tuition Payment Details

Tuition is prepaid and due by the 1st of each month (September–May).
A $10 daily late fee will be applied to overdue accounts.
If tuition is not received, your child will not be able to attend the following week.
Tuition is based on enrollment, not attendance—no refunds or adjustments are made for absences, weather, or emergency closures (e.g., snow days).
Consistent attendance is important for your child’s growth. Please notify your child’s teacher if they will be absent.

Child Care Assistance Payments

The Holly Latchkey and Preschool Programs proudly accept Child Care Assistance through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS/DHS).

If you are applying for financial assistance:

Families are responsible for covering the full cost of care until official approval is received and payments are processed.
Once the program receives payment from the state, eligible reimbursements will be returned.
Parents/guardians are responsible for any portion not covered by DHS.

To apply for child care assistance, please visit the MI Bridges website.

If you have questions about applying or need help with the process, we’re happy to assist!

Payment Options

Families may choose from the following payment methods:

Online via Procare:
- Credit Card – 2.75% transaction fee
- Debit/ACH – $0.75 transaction fee
In-Person:
- Check payments are accepted at the Early Childhood Office, located at Holly Elementary School.

Payment Policies

Tuition must remain current. Families with past-due accounts may be denied access to the program and may be referred to collections.
A $3.50 fee will be charged for any returned payments, which will be added to your invoice.

Enrollment Requirements (for both Head Start and Tuition Programs)

Step 1:

To begin the process, click the link below to submit an interest form. Once received, a member of our Early Childhood team will follow up with the next steps based on your program eligibility and preferences:

Start the Enrollment Process

Step 2:

You will be contacted by our Holly Area Schools enrollment secretary to complete enrollment into Skyward which then enrolls you into Holly Schools.

Set 3:

You will be contacted by the Holly Area Schools Preschool secretary to complete the final step in our preschool enrollment.

Placement into classrooms is finalized once all three steps above are completed. If you need support with any of these steps, please contact the preschool secretary or the Principal of Early Childhood.