FAQs
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
What is the cost of tuition?
Full tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $5150 per year for full-time students in grades K-8. There are also discounts for additional children, and families that pay in full. Finally, we also offer tuition assistance for families that qualify.
What is the enrollment fee?
The enrollment fee is $275 per child for grades K-8 and $175 for preschool. All registration fees are non-refundable.
Are there any additional fees?
Yes, there is a $300 curriculum fee and although the school purchases many of the necessary supplies, there are some class supplies that we ask parents to purchase. Please visit our staff page to see the class supply list for each class.
Surely there must be other fees?
There are many optional programs and items for purchase, but none that are required.
What are some of the optional programs you offer?
We offer extended care, hot lunch, drama, sports, and class trips for middle school.
Tell me more about Extended Care
Extended School Care, or ESC, is offered every scheduled school day. We open at 7am and close at 5:30pm. Cost is $6 an hour per child, but we only charge you for what you use. There is no registration fee.
What options do you offer for kindergarten?
We offer both a regular day and extended day option for kindergarten. The regular day schedule is from 8:00am - 1:45pm each day. The extended day is from 8:00am - 2:45pm. For more information, please contact our office.
How old does my child need to be to enter kindergarten?
All children must be 5 years old by September 1 in order to enter kindergarten.
Reas0ns for choosing St. Peter
"St. Peter gave me the foundation to grow up with strong values and morals, in addition to walking through the light of Christ and growing up Christian."
- Elliana Pappas
University of Oregon
St. Peter Class of 2014
Reas0ns for choosing St. Peter
"The teachers at St. Peter inspired me to give back and help others in our community. That is why I am doing the job I now have."
- Dale Munsch
Principal
St. Peter Class of 1976
Reas0ns for choosing St. Peter
"St. Peter did an excellent job preparing me, academically for High School. More important though, it gave me a Christian "foundation" that has been with me through all my schooling and is still with me today!"
-Rob Sutter
Orthodontist
St. Peter Class of 1981
Reas0ns for choosing St. Peter
"My years at St. Peter were a wonderful start to my education. Our rigorous curriculum and high standards were evident as soon as I got to high school and served me well throughout my career."
-Kirsten Culler
Pediatrician, Wife, & Mother
St. Peter Class of 1983
Reas0ns for choosing St. Peter
"Every aspect of my life I have and will continue to use what I had learned at St. Peter."
-Shannon Gramm
Wife & Mother
St. Peter Class of 1993
FAQs
Preschool
What ages do you accept?
We have classes for 2, 3, and 4 year olds. Students may start the 3s class as soon as they turn 2 years, 9 months. They must be 4 by December 31 in order to start the 4s class or 4 by September 1 to attend the Pre-kindergarten class. All ages must be potty trained.
Do preschoolers attend chapel?
Yes, they do attend our weekly chapel service on Wednesdays at 9:00am. Parents are always welcome to join us for chapel!
Must they be potty trained?
Yes, they need to be potty trained and out of diapers and pullups.
Do we have to be Lutheran and/or attend St. Peter Lutheran Church?
No, it is not a requirement. Our ministry is for all people!
Should we bring snacks or pack a lunch?
We provide both morning and afternoon snacks. As for lunch, full-day and extended-day students may either bring lunch from home or purchase hot lunch through EZSchools App.
What if my child is a half day student, but we need later care occasionally?
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate unplanned extended care.
What time are they released on minimum days?
Preschool release time for minimum days is 12:00pm for half-day students only. Full and extended-day students schedule remains the same.
Can we increase our days or hours during the school year?
Yes, as long as we have space available.