Maryland Heights, MO

Children who attend Blue Birds learn how to share, cooperate, problem solve, gain independence, learn self-awareness, and more in a structured, school-like environment. We also focus on kindergarten readiness skills to make sure your child is prepared for the following school year. Daily activities include arts and crafts, storytelling, outdoor play, supervised exploration, snack time, and more. Applications open on April 22, 2024.


Class Pricing

AM Program
Monday-Friday • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Member/Resident Rate: $2970 Yearly Tuition | $330 Per Payment
Non-Resident Rate: $3942 Yearly Tuition | $438 Per Payment

PM Program 2 Day Option
Tuesday/Thursday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Member/Resident Rate: $1215 Yearly Tuition | $135 Per Payment
Non-Resident Rate: $1611 Yearly Tuition | $179 Per Payment

PM Program 3 Day Option
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Member/Resident Rate: $1755 Yearly Tuition | $195 Per Payment
Non-Resident Rate: $2331 Yearly Tuition | $259 Per Payment

PM Program 5 Day Option 
Monday-Friday • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Member/Resident Rate: $2970 Yearly Tuition | $330 Per Payment
Non-Resident Rate: $3942 Yearly Tuition | $438 Per Payment

How to register

1. Apply online here! At 8:00 a.m. on April 22, the link to apply will be posted here. You will create a Brightwheel account at this time if you do not already have one. This is required to apply. 
2. In 3-5 business days after you submit your application, the Recreation Specialist will reach out to discuss your application and to set up an appointment to register if your chosen class is available.
3. You will come to the Community Center to register for class at your set appointment time. Your spot will be forfeited if you are more than 5 minutes late or miss the appointment without notification.
4. Please note that at the time of registration, the first month’s tuition will be due, and you will need to turn in your child’s enrollment form, physical, and vaccination records.

1. If you are a Maryland Heights resident and do not have a resident Privilege Card, you must obtain one. To do this, you will need to come to the Community Center with Your photo ID, $5 (cash, check, Visa, or Mastercard accepted), and proof of residency including one of the following: Utility bill, current bank statement, voter ID card or an occupancy permit. Proof of guardianship is also required. This includes a birth certificate, passport, insurance card with child's name, or Social Security Card. If your child is 4 or older, they will also need to have a Privilege Card. You will need to get this before meeting with the Recreation Specialist to register. 
2. Schedule a doctor's appointment to complete your child's physical. Please have your child's doctor fill out a physical examination form. (Click here to download and print the form.)
3. Obtain your child's vaccination records.
4. Read over the Parent Handbook.

2024-2025 Parent Handbook
Click here to view or download the Blue Birds Parent Handbook! 



Forms
Click here to download the Child Medical Examination Report form.

Weekly • Monday - Friday • June 3 - August 2*
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. • Community Center
*No camp on the week of July 1

(Ages 3-5) Introduce your child to summer camp at the Maryland Heights Community Center! Each week will have a new theme for a summer of fun. Register in person or online beginning on April 1! The deadline to register is the Wednesday prior by 12:00 p.m., no exceptions.

Fee (per week): M: $81 • R: $90 • NR: $119

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