REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Below are the important dates and details for registering your child for the 2026-2027 school year. 
For Current Families
  • Registration Period: February 10th - February 13th.
  • Eligibility: Families currently enrolled in the AM class and transitioning to the PM class.
For Alumni, Church Members, and Preschool Board Members
  • Registration Period: February 16th - February 20th.
  • Eligibility: This phase is open to alumni, current church members, and board members of the preschool.
For New Families
  • Registration Date: February 22nd, 2026
  • Event: Registration will be available at the Preschool's Annual Omelet Breakfast, where new families can enroll their children. Registration will start at 10am. Details about the breakfast can be found under the Giving > Events tab. Please see below on required registration information.
Contact us if you have questions at [email protected]

Tuition Cost and Bus Fee

  • Our monthly tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is $180 per month, per student.
  • Our bus fee for the 2026-2027 school year is $50 per month, per student.

Entrance Requirements

  • Children must be three years of age on or before September 1st of the school year in which they are enrolling in our mixed three and four year old class. This class meets Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings from 8:30 am until 11:00 am. 
  • Children wishing to enroll in our pre-kindergarten program must be four years of age on or before September 1st of the school year in which they are to be enrolled in our pre-kindergarten class. This class meets Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from 12:30 pm until 3:00 pm. 
  • PLEASE NOTE!  Children enrolling in our programs must be completely potty trained at least one month before starting.  ​

How to Enroll

You will need:
1. Completed registration form
2. $50 non-refundable registration fee per family
3. Immunization forms (due by September 1)
4. Health Summary completed by your child's doctor (due October 1)
All information can be mailed or dropped off at:
St. Matthew Community Preschool
555 East 12th Street
St. Charles, MN 55972
(Please call ahead if you are dropping off at the school 507.932.4223)