The Great Start Readiness Program is Michigan’s state-funded PreK program. It gives eligible children access to high-quality early education at no cost to their families. Children learn through hands-on activities that support:

• Early reading, writing, and math skills

• Communication and problem-solving

• Independence and self-confidence

• Sharing, cooperation, and friendship

• Emotional development and self-regulation

• Kindergarten readiness GSRP classrooms use a research-based curriculum and meet Michigan’s standards for quality, safety, and early childhood education.

For 50 years, The Discovery Center has provided children in the Kalamazoo community with a nurturing place to learn, play, and grow. Our child-centered approach recognizes that every child develops differently. Teachers create meaningful learning experiences around children’s interests, allowing them to build new skills at their own pace. At The Discovery Center, your child will benefit from:

• A welcoming, home-like learning environment

• Experienced early childhood educators

• Play-based, hands-on learning

• Individual attention and encouragement

• Opportunities for indoor and outdoor exploration

• A strong focus on the whole child

• Support for a successful transition to kindergarten