Registration Information
In-house Registration begins Wednesday, January 7th.
This is for families currently enrolled at CDS, including siblings of current students.
Returning Families will register on Tuesday, January 20th, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
This is for families who previously had a child enrolled at CDS, but are not enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year.
Public Registration will take place on Saturday, January 24th, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM.
A line will form beside the building before the doors are opened at 8:00.
Spaces are limited, and registration is first come, first served.
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers
to help you plan for registration for the 2026-2027 school year.
Q: If my child is currently on the waitlist for this school year, does it roll over to next year?
A: No. Our current waitlist is for this school year. Please plan to be at registration if you would like to register your child for next year.
Q: When can I register my child?
A: Our in-house registration will begin after students return from Christmas break.
Returning CDS families (siblings of former students) can register beginning Tuesday, January 20 at 9:30.
Public Registration will take place on Saturday, January 24th, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM.
Q: What will I need to do to register my child?
A: You will fill out a registration form and pay the registration fee. Our registration fee is $285 and can be paid with cash or check.
Q: How do I know what program my child is eligible to attend?
A: 2- Day Program-Our youngest students attend our 2-day program. Two-Day Students attend on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students must be eighteen months old by December 31, 2026.
3-Day- Students must be three years old by December 31, 2026 to be eligible for our 3-day program. Three Day students attend on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
5-Day- Students must be four years old by December 31, 2026 to be eligible for our five day program. Five Day students attend Monday - Friday.
Kindergarten- Students must be five years old by September 1, 2026 to be eligible for kindergarten. Kindergarten students attend Monday - Friday.
Q: What are the tuition rates for 2026-2027?
A: Our tuition rates are as follows:
2 Day Program $235 per month
3 Day Program $255 per month
5 day Program $275 per month
Kindergarten $300 per month
Q: Should I bring my child to registration?
A: Registration is a very busy time. If possible, making other plans for your little one will make the registration process easier. If you would like to schedule a tour for another time, we would love to show you and your child around! (Tours will not be given during registration.)
Q: What happens after I register my child?
A: After you have filled out your registration form and paid your registration fee, your child’s registration is complete. You will receive a phone call from your child’s teacher in July. Welcome packets will also be mailed at this time. Packets include upcoming dates, supply lists, information on after-school activities and more.