Ashwaubenon Cooperative Preschool

Ashwaubenon Cooperative Preschool is a play-based preschool in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin, serving children ages three and four through a social and developmental curriculum centered on exploration, creativity, and self-confidence. The school offers a 3-year-old play-based program and a school-aged after-school program, using the Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline approaches to foster learning through hands-on experiences. Designed to help children make new friends, solve problems, and build imagination, the program emphasizes play as the foundation of education. With a perfect 5.00 rating and positive reviews, the school is recognized for its strong community focus and nurturing environment.

Founded on January 30, 1969, the Ashwaubenon Cooperative Preschool began with sixteen families and has grown into a long-standing community institution. Originally housed in the Ashwaubenon Community Center, the school has moved through several locations, including the Ashwaubenon Village Hall, Valley View Elementary School, and the Ponderosa Fire Station, where it currently operates. The school has maintained a consistent commitment to family involvement and quality early education, evolving its programs to meet community needs while preserving its cooperative values.

The preschool is located on Ponderosa Avenue, just a short distance from several key local landmarks. It sits about 0.1 miles from Pioneer Park and Pioneer Elementary School, and approximately 0.4 miles from Dutchman Creek. The site is also near Airport Drive, a major road and interstate, and about 0.8 miles from Waterford Park, placing it in a well-connected, green space-rich neighborhood.

Known for its strong community ties and consistent, high-quality early education, Ashwaubenon Cooperative Preschool stands as a trusted resource for families in Ashwaubenon and surrounding areas. Its long history, dedicated staff, and focus on holistic child development make it a cornerstone of early learning in the region.