About Us
What is Cooperative Play Academy Inc?
We are a small play based preschool and kindergarten cooperative located on the Southwest side of Indianapolis, inside Friedens UCC. We utilize nature by expanding the classroom to the outdoors, and help our students' imaginations and creativity flourish.
Cooperative Play Academy Inc. is a non-sectarian cooperative incorporation. CPA is a member of the Indiana Council of Preschool Cooperatives and the Parent Cooperative Preschool International.
"Play is the highest form of Research" Albert Einstein
By learning through play, we are able to tackle science and math, music and art process, gross motor and fine motor skills, and more! Teachers lead developmentally appropriate activities with the support of parent volunteers.
We believe each child is unique and should be allowed to develop at his or her own pace. Our priority is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children are challenged and allowed to grow at their individual pace.
Our Mission
Children, Families and Teachers building a unique relationship and enhancing their educational experiences by using structured and unstructured play.
Cooperative Play Academy's Programs
RABBITS PROGRAM
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
One day, Two day, Three day, and Four day programs available. Classes are on Tuesdays - Fridays from 9am - 3pm. For children ages 2 to 4 years old. Trained teachers plan developmentally appropriate activities for children and a participating adult, to grow and learn together through play.
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
One day, Two day, Three day, and Four day programs available. Classes are on Tuesdays - Fridays. Morning classes, 9a - 12pm, and Afternoon classes, 12pm - 3pm, available. For children ages 2 to 4 years old. A lead teacher and assistant teacher work closely with the students and a participating adult in structured and unstructured play.
FOXES PROGRAM
CHIPMUNKS PROGRAM
Field trips and Special Events!
Our Foxes class meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am - 2:30pm. They also meet the first Friday of every month, from 9:30am - 12:30pm, at a local park, for a Forest day! Students, along side our trained teacher, will collaborate on child led projects, develop early reading, writing and math skills, and fine tune gross and fine motor skills through active structured and unstructured play. This is the perfect blended class for children ages 4 and 5 years old (by Sept. 1st).
Field trips and Special Events!
Field trips and Special Events!
Field trips and Special Events!
Field trips and Special events are offered throughout the school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to expand our learning outside the classrooms and build friendships within the membership and the community.
ENROLLING NOW
Field trips and Special Events!
ENROLLING NOW
We are enrolling for all programs! Spaces are limited. Don't miss out on our next adventure! Contact us today to schedule your private tour admin@coopplayacademy.com
Meet the Team
Cooperative Play Academy Inc.'s staff members love to play! We continue to educate ourselves in all forms of play by attending trainings and conferences. All staff members are CPR and First Aid trained.
Director and Teacher
Ms. Nicole is the founder of Cooperative Play Academy Inc. She has 3 beautiful children, two girls and one boy. She has been with Cooperative Schools since 2010. Ms. Nicole loves to explore and play! And she can't wait for the adventures she will have with her students.
Chipmunks and Rabbits Teacher
Mrs. K is our lead teacher. She loves to investigate and create. Mrs. K is very excited to see what her students will discover in her classroom. Krystall joined Cooperative Schools in 2013. She is married and has 2 beautiful children.
Foxes Teacher
Mrs. Jess is beyond ecstatic to start her journey at Cooperative Play Academy. Jessica is married and has a son and daughter. Jessica completed her undergrad work at Butler University where she studied the Reggio Emilia philosophy and found the value in inquiry and child led learning practices.
Fundraising
Secondhand Santa Sale
Come shop at our Secondhand Santa Sale 🎅 Choose to reuse. What will you find? A new outfit? A special toy? The perfect book?
Feeling hungry while you shop? Grab a holiday treat from the bake sale table.
And you don't want to miss our special guest! Santa himself, along with Mrs. Claus will be visiting the sale for pictures with friends, at 11:30am (digital pictures can be purchased for a small fee). *This is a Cash only event.*