It is the philosophy of Marysville Exempted Village Schools Preschool Program that children be encouraged to learn and grow by providing a foundation of developmentally appropriate experiences where all children can be successful in a safe and nurturing environment. 

We believe that each child is a unique individual and that all children have the ability to learn. Our program provides an inclusive environment that supports children's different abilities, interests, needs, and learning styles. Our program identifies and addresses preschool age students who have disabilities along with peer models. Age appropriate curriculum is designed to maximize all students learning and prepares them for the transition to kindergarten. 

We believe that children learn best through play. Our play-based and child-centered model helps to foster learning and integrates the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, independence, and aesthetic areas for the total development of the child. Meaningful play encourages and supports curiosity, discovery, problem solving and collaboration which allows for individual growth and development and the development of a positive self-image. 

We recognize that a child’s first teacher is their parent. Children learn best when parents are involved in their educational program. We strive to create a bridge between home and school learning by involving families and community in our program.

If you live in the Marysville Exempted Village School District (MEVSD) and need to make a referral for special education preschool services for your child, please contact Courtney West, Preschool Student Services Administrative Assistant, by calling (937) 578-6819. 

All preschool students that live in MEVSD are considered Marysville students and will need to complete the district’s enrollment process. Parents will need to provide a copy of the student’s birth certificate, proof of residence (utility bill associated with the house or mortgage/lease statement), and if applicable, you will also need to provide custody paperwork.

MEVSD has evaluation teams in two locations and if it is determined an evaluation is needed for your child, this could occur at either of these locations: 

        Navin Elementary School             

        16265 County Home Rd.             

        Marysville, OH 43040                   

        937-578-7000           

        Harold Lewis Center                     

        937-645-6714

Upon completion of an evaluation, if your child is eligible for services, a determination will be made for the best placement for services based on student needs and availability.  This could include The Harold Lewis Center, which is a service provider location for MEVSD, one of our classes currently being held at Navin or Mill Valley Elementary, or itinerantly at your student’s preschool or daycare.  

• Age 3 ½ to 5 years, must be younger than 6 years of age on the 30th day of September.  
• Must be toilet trained.
• Availability of space. If all peer spots are filled, a waitlist will be created and maintained.
• Selection determined by the following rank order:
•       Sibling of current enrollee 
•       Child of Marysville Schools Staff
•       Children selected from the Marysville Community
•       Provision of a record of immunizations, verification of birth, proof of Marysville residency, and medical exam.

Navin Elementary School            

16265 County Home Rd.             

Marysville, OH 43040                   

937-578-7000           

Harold Lewis Center 

1280 Charles Lane

Marysville, OH  43040

937-645-6714                    

Mill Valley Elementary School            

633 Mill Wood Blvd.             

Marysville, OH 43040                   

937-578-6900    

The preschool program is a 4 day a week half day program. For the 2023-2024 school year, students will attend Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with no school on Monday.  We will follow the Marysville School Calendar for all holidays, teacher in-service days, etc. 

Morning Schedule: 9:10 am-12:00 pm

Afternoon Schedule: 1:00- 3:50 pm