All preschoolers must be toilet-trained and toilet-independent. The classrooms are not licensed or equipped for diaper changing. If you are in doubt, we suggest waiting until next year to enroll.

Once classes are full, there will be a waitlist option. You will still fill out the registration form and you will be contacted by a coordinator.

After submitting your registration form, it may take up to 2 business days to receive a notification on your next steps. Make sure to check your email and brightwheel for additional communication regarding Zoo Preschool.

Zoo Preschoolers will need to bring a child-sized reusable water bottle and a snack.

Nature’s Navigators will need to bring a snack, water bottle and non-refrigerated lunch.

Your child will need to wear their Zoo Preschool shirt to each class. This will be provided on the first day of class. They will go outside for Zoo hikes so please send your child in weather-appropriate attire. We require closed-toed shoes and prefer shoes that do not need to be tied.

Unvaccinated staff are required to wear face masks/coverings and maintain social distancing from both guests and other staff while at work. Staff who are fully vaccinated can choose whether or not they want to wear face mask/coverings.

We are following current Texas State guidelines. Currently classes do not mix, staff wear masks, we are frequently washing hands, sanitizing and cleaning rooms and surfaces, and having drop off and pick up occur only in our carpool line.

Zoo Preschoolers will enjoy Zoo hikes, animal-themed activities, a weekly animal lesson and enjoy an animal presentation. Zoo Preschoolers attend one time a week for 3 hours.

Nature’s Navigators Preschoolers will enjoy a lot of outdoor time, Zoo hikes, snack, nature excursions, art, lunch and a rest time. Nature’s Navigators attend two times a week for 5 hours each class.

Each class has up to 15 kids, a teacher and a teaching assistant.

Zoo Preschool staff all have education, experience, or degrees in early childhood education. Our Zoo school staff all meet the state licensing requirements.

Your child must be 3 years old before Sept. 13. 

You can receive a refund (minus the $100 non-refundable registration fee and $25 processing fee) up to 30 days before the first day of Zoo Preschool. If a spot is available, you are able to change your class for a $25 fee.

brightwheel is the service we use for billing, communication, and photos. You can download this app to your phone and make updates to your account such as your approved pick-up list.