Welcome to Mentone Kindergarten Readiness
Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is committed to expanding preschool opportunities to the students who will attend the Tippecanoe Valley Schools. The Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Center provides preschool services that will prepare students to be ready not only for kindergarten but for the expectations of learning in the 21st century.
Going into our 10th year in the community, Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Center is a nurturing environment where children are able to develop academic and social-emotional skills needed to prepare them for a successful start in kindergarten and beyond. Classes are led by a lead teacher and a paraprofessional giving the class a ratio of 1 adult to 10 students.
Important Information
It’s time to register for the 2025-2026 Preschool Year. We have opportunities for students to attend preschool in our Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Center. Children 3-5 years of age will be served by the Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Center. Five-year-olds who do not meet the October 1st Kindergarten entrance date may enroll for the class. All children must be potty trained and a minimum of 3 years of age by August 1, 2025. Priority will be given to 4- and 5-year-olds who will be attending Kindergarten the following school year.
Informational Meeting About Mentone Kindergarten Readiness
In-Person meeting will be held on March 18th at Mentone Elementary School. Come visit our classrooms. Talk with staff members. Get your questions answered. Fill out an application.
| 3-5 Half Days | $240.00 per month |
| 3 Full Days | $240.00 per month |
| 4-5 Full Days | $260.00 per month |
Once you are accepted to the program, you will be notified by one of the MKR staff members. You will need to turn in your $50 registration fee to save your spot for the 2024-2025 school year.
Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Schedule
The Mentone Kindergarten Readiness Class will follow the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation annual calendar. The school times will be as follows:
- Start Time: 8:45 am
- End Time: 2:45 pm
Students will have access to breakfast and lunch. Those who qualify will receive free or reduced assistance.
We are proud providers of Indiana’s voluntary childcare rating and improvement system, Paths to QUALITY™, which means we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and professional environment where children grow and learn.