Tuition & Enrollment Information
Stepping Stones Early Learning Center offers structured, educator-led early learning programs designed to provide strong developmental foundations. Tuition is billed monthly and reserves your child’s space within their designated classroom.
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​We maintain state-compliant teacher-to-child ratios to ensure safety, individualized attention, and a balanced learning environment.
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Serving families in Wamego, Kansas and surrounding communities.
Programs and Monthly Rates
Learning that fits your child—and your family's day.
At Stepping Stones Early Learning Center, we know every family’s schedule looks a little different. Our programs combine intentional early learning, play, exploration, and nurturing care with flexible options designed to meet the needs of children and working families.
Our programs are led by licensed, experienced educators who believe children learn best when they feel safe, supported, connected, and excited to explore.
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Full-Day Early Learning
Ages 2½–5 | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM | Monday–Friday
Contact for Pricing
Our Full-Day Program gives children the complete Stepping Stones experience, combining both our morning and afternoon learning blocks with plenty of time for play, movement, outdoor exploration, rest, and connection.
Included:
Breakfast • Lunch • Morning Snack • Afternoon Snack • All Learning & Classroom Supplies
Throughout the Day:
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Social-Emotional Learning
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Early Literacy
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Early Math
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Listening Comprehension
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Science & Social Studies
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Fine & Gross Motor Development
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Purposeful Play
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Outdoor Exploration
Full-day children participate in both our morning and afternoon learning experiences, providing a well-rounded day of intentional early learning and care.
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Morning Early Learning
Ages 2½–5 | 7:30 AM–11:15 AM | Monday–Friday
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Bus Transportation through USD 320 is available to and from the Center.
Our Morning Program provides a focused early-learning experience within a shorter day. Children begin their morning with opportunities to connect with friends, build independence, learn, move, and play.
Included:
Breakfast • Morning Snack • Learning & Classroom Supplies
Morning Learning Focus:
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Social-Emotional Learning
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Early Literacy
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Early Math
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Gross Motor Development
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Purposeful Play
Please note: Our morning and afternoon programs follow different learning schedules. Morning enrollment includes the learning experiences scheduled during the morning block of our full day schedule but does not include the instructional experiences offered during our afternoon program.
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Afternoon Program
Ages 2½–5 | 11:30 AM–3:30 PM | Monday–Friday
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Our Afternoon Program offers its own intentional learning experience and is a great fit for families looking for a later preschool option or children transitioning to Stepping Stones following a morning preschool program.
Included:
Lunch • Afternoon Snack • Learning & Classroom Supplies
Afternoon Learning Focus:
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Listening Comprehension
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Science & Social Studies
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Fine Motor Development
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Gross Motor Development
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Purposeful Play
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Social & Peer Experiences
Please note: Our morning and afternoon programs follow different learning schedules. Morning enrollment includes the learning experiences scheduled during the morning block of our full day schedule but does not include the instructional experiences offered during our afternoon program.
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Extended Care
Ages 2½–5 | 3:30 PM–5:30 PM | Monday–Friday
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Extended Care provides a relaxed transition from the structured school day into the evening. This portion of our day focuses less on teacher-led instruction and more on giving children time to decompress, connect with friends, move, and play.
Included:
Afternoon Snack • Classroom & Play Supplies
Extended Care Includes:
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Purposeful & Child-Led Play
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Outdoor Play & Movement
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Creative Activities
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Games & Peer Interaction
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Relaxed End-of-Day Experiences
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School-Age Program
Ages 5–12 | Coming Soon!
Our School-Age Program will provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging place for children beyond the school day.
Planned programming includes before and after school care, transportation options for select local schools, homework and reading support, STEM and creative activities, outdoor play, games, child-led interests, and nutritious snacks.
We also plan to offer Full-Day Flex Care on select days when school is not in session, including certain school breaks and professional development days.
Program details & enrollment coming soon!
SOON Accepting:
Childcare Aware of America and DCF payments
Tuition Details:
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Tuition is billed at the start of each month.
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Tuition reserves your child's space regardless of attendance.
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Tuition is not prorated for illness, vacation, or holidays.
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30-day written notice is required for withdrawal.