Upcoming Events

Open Enrollment
We are enrolling for the 2024-2025 school year! Visit our registration page to learn more.

First Day 3's/Pre-K | Monday Sept 16 Welcome back!
First Day 2's | Tuesday Sept 17 Welcome!

For the full school calendar please visit our calendar page.

Our classroom in photos

Serving our Community for over 50 years! 


Welcome to Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool, a cornerstone of early childhood education since 1962!

For over six decades, GHCP has proudly served generations of families, offering a play-based curriculum that encourages children to explore, experiment, and discover in a supportive and nurturing environment, with the guidance and encouragement of not only their teacher, but the whole
co-op community. Every day, our classroom buzzes with excitement as children engage in hands-on activities that encourage them to explore their interests, develop problem-solving skills, and build strong social connections with their community.

At Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool, parents and family members play an integral role in their child’s experience through active participation. From volunteering in the classroom to serving on the board of directors, families get the opportunity to shape the co-op experience by volunteering their time and talents to support their children's educational journey. Our cooperative model isn't just about preschool; it's about creating a web of support and learning that propels children and families through their early years and beyond!

Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool (GHCP) is proud to be affiliated with Bates Technical College, enriching our educational offerings through a partnership that enhances the learning experience for our community's youngest members. Through workshops and resources provided by Bates Technical College, parents at GHCP gain valuable insights into child development, effective parenting strategies, and ways to support their child's learning at home. This partnership fosters a community where every family can be equipped and empowered to actively participate in their child's educational journey. 

Experiencing Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool firsthand is the best way to get to know us. We warmly welcome you to visit our school- get in touch to schedule a time to stop by! 




Are you a current GHCP family wanting to pay your tuition and fees, view your class roster or download forms? Please visit the Jovial Family Portal. 

​Our Mission: The Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool is a parent-operated, non-profit corporation affiliated with Bates Technical College that provides quality learning experiences for children and promotes the development of knowledge and skills for strong and healthy families.
GHCP is a non-profit corporation open to all students. Gig Harbor Cooperative Preschool reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in its programs and activities in accordance with college policy, and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations.