Welcome to Family Circle Playgroup! Registration opens April 18th for the 2026-2027 school year!

Play-Based Cooperative

Family Circle Playgroup

FCP offers affordable, cooperative preschool-style programs in Moorestown, NJ for children ages 12 months to 5 years. Through play, creativity, and parent involvement, kids build confidence and friendships while families stay connected.

Welcome to Family Circle Playgroup

At FCP, we believe families thrive when they learn and play together. Our cooperative playgroup is more than preschool—it’s a supportive community where parents share the joys of raising young children.

We provide a nurturing space where children explore, create, and connect through play. Whether your child is just beginning to socialize or preparing for the next developmental step, FCP offers the right balance of fun, learning, and community.

The FCP Experience

Our playgroup is designed for children aged 1 to 5 years old, and is divided into age-appropriate groups so each child can learn and play at their own level. Small class sizes of 4-10 families, create an intimate and supportive environment where both children and caregivers can thrive.

Class Options:

  • Morning Classes: 9:15 am – 11:30 am

  • Afternoon Classes: 12:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Each weekly sessions offers a balance of free playstructured activities, and social time to encourage social, emotional, and developmental growth.

Each day at Family Circle Playgroup is thoughtfully planned to balance learning, play, and connection for children and caregivers. 

  • 9:15 am – 9:30 am | Arrival & Free Play
    Children ease into the day with open-ended play, exploring toys, games, and classroom activities at their own pace.

  • 9:30 am – 9:50 am | Circle Time
    A welcoming group gathering with songs, movement, and introductions, to help children transition into more structured activities.

  • 9:50 am – 10:10 am | Planned Craft
    Hands-on, themed projects that build fine motor skills and spark creativity. 

  • 10:10 am – 10:30 am | Exercise & Gym Time
    Active play through games, movement, and gym time to encourage physical development. 

  • 10:30 am – 10:50 am | Snack
    A chance to enjoy a healthy snack and connect with friends.

  • 10:50 am – 11:10 am | Story Time & Activities
    Stories and interactive activities that support early literacy and imaginative play.

  • 11:10 am – 11:30 am | Goodbye Circle
    A warm closing with songs or reflection before heading home.

Tuition:
$275 for one class per week for the first child

Additional children may qualify for discounted rates, depending on their enrollment status (see sibling discounts below).

Classes run from September to June and follow the Moorestown School District Calendar.

Tuition Payment:
All tuition balances are due by May 31, 2026. Payments are non-refundable once classes have been assigned.

A processing fee will be applied to online payments and is reflected in the total at checkout.

Tuition for Family Circle Playgroup:

Family Circle Playgroup
Tuition 2026-2027
  One Class per Week
September – June
Two Classes per Week
September – June
Enrolled Child*/Twin $275 + $8.25 fee** $475 + $14.25 fee**
Tagalong $183 + $5.49 fee** $317 + $9.51 fee**
Infant (Under 6 Months, as of 10/1/26) $25 + $.75 fee** $50 + $1.5 fee**

*Inclusive of $50 Registration Fee

**Fees include processing

To help parent educators in create engaging, age-appropriate activities, we provide all members with a wide range of supplies and resources, including:

  • Books that match each week’s theme to encourage literacy and thematic learning

  • Arts & Crafts supplies for creative, hands-on projects

  • Music toys to inspire rhythm, sound exploration, and musical play

  • Manipulatives to build fine motor skills and support early learning

  • Free play toys to promote imagination and social interaction

  • Gym equipment for active games and movement-based play

These materials enrich every class and make it easy for parents to lead fun, well-rounded activities each week.

To help parents and caregivers in leading engaging, age appropriate classes, we’ve provide a curriculum of suggested weekly themes that are tailored to each age group. These topics encourage curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning.

Each class receives a calendar of themes that aligned with the children’s developmental milestones, offering a balanced of educational content and fun exploration.

Sample Themse Include:

  • Insects – Discovering the tiny creatures that make our world go round

  • Weather – Exploring the clouds, rain, sunshine, and more

  • Making New Friends – Building social skills and emotional intelligence
  • Five Senses – Exploring how we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch the world around us
  • Transportation – Learning about the many ways we travel by land, air, and sea
  • Body Parts – Discovering how our bodies work and what makes each part special

  • Seasons – Noticing how the world changes through fall, winter, spring, and summer

  • Life Skills – Building independence through everyday routines and practical skills

  • Music & Rhythm – Moving, singing, and exploring sounds, beats, and creativity 

These curated themes let children explore the world in engaging, educational, and playful ways. Parents are welcome to adapt topics to match their class’s interests and needs.

Class placement is based on availability and age group. Parents can indicate their preferred days and times on the Member Application during the registration process. After forms and fees are received, FCP matches families with children of similar ages and availability by mid-July. You’ll be notified of your assigned day and time.

Please note: Once classes are confirmed, tuition is non-refundable.

Parents must remain on the premises during playgroup. Tagalongs (younger siblings) are welcome for an additional fee.

Have questions?

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