Now Enrolling Ages 2–5
A Small, Calm Early Learning Program for Ages 2–5
Acton Midwest offers full-day early learning in a small, relationship-centered environment where children are known, supported, and learning all day.
Our rhythm includes outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, social-emotional development, guided discovery, rest, play, and meaningful connection.
Full-day early learning starts at $300/week.
Wisconsin Shares accepted.
Eligible 4-year-olds may qualify for the free Get Kids Ready Preschool Block.
Choose the Schedule That Fits Your Family
Acton Midwest offers full-day early learning for children ages 2–5, along with a free Get Kids Ready Preschool Block for eligible 4-year-olds.
Families may choose regular full-day enrollment, limited 2-day or 3-day enrollment when space allows, or a Get Kids Ready schedule with added full-day early learning.
Regular Early Learning Enrollment
For children ages 2–5 who need consistent early learning throughout the day.
Children are learning all day — not only during a preschool block. Our full-day rhythm includes outdoor play, stories, practical life skills, rest, social-emotional development, independence, guided discovery, and meaningful connection.
Best for: Families looking for a small, calm early learning environment where their child is known and supported.
Get Kids Ready Preschool Block
For eligible 4-year-olds who are 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
The Get Kids Ready Preschool Block runs:
Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM
This block is free for eligible 4-year-olds.
Families who need care beyond the free preschool block may add full-day early learning on 2, 3, or 5 days per week.
Quick Facts
Ages 2–5
Located in Onalaska
Licensed small-group early learning program
Full-day early learning
Early learning happens all day
Limited 2-day and 3-day options when space allows
Wisconsin Shares accepted
Free Get Kids Ready Preschool Block for eligible 4-year-olds
Children must be 4 on or before September 1, 2026, for Get Kids Ready
Calm, relationship-centered setting
A Different Kind of Early Learning Environment
Acton Midwest is designed for families who want a smaller, calmer, more personal beginning for their child.
We are intentionally small so children can be deeply known, gently guided, and supported as whole people — socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.
Here, early learning happens all day through real experiences: outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, play, movement, problem-solving, rest rhythms, and meaningful connection.
Our goal is for each child to feel safe, capable, curious, and ready for their next step.
Calm Environment
A smaller setting with predictable rhythm, fewer transitions, and space for children to grow at their own pace.
Emotional Development
Children are supported in building confidence, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy ways to navigate big feelings.
Independence
Children practice real-life skills, decision-making, responsibility, and self-leadership in age-appropriate ways.
What Children Experience Each Day
Each day at Acton Midwest is thoughtfully structured to support steadiness, confidence, independence, and growth.
Children experience a daily rhythm that may include:
• Warm arrival and connection
• Morning rhythm and group connection
• Outdoor play and movement
• Hands-on exploration
• Practical life skills
• Stories, language, and early literacy
• Art, music, and creative expression
• Meals and rest
• Social-emotional coaching
• Afternoon play and guided discovery
Our days are designed to help children feel safe, capable, known, and ready to keep growing.
Tuition & Family Cost
At Acton Midwest, early learning happens all day. Children are learning through play, outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, social-emotional development, rest rhythms, and guided discovery throughout the full day.
Tuition and family costs are billed monthly. Weekly amounts are listed first because many families compare early learning costs by the week.
Wisconsin Shares accepted.
Standard Tuition
For children ages 2–5 enrolled in regular full-day early learning and childcare.
Enrollment Option
Schedule
Cost
Full-Time Enrollment
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
$300/week, billed at $1,300/month
Limited 3-Day Enrollment
3 full days/week, when space allows
Approx. $196/week, billed at $850/month
Limited 2-Day Enrollment
2 full days/week, when space allows
Approx. $159/week, billed at $690/month
Priority is given to full-time families. Limited 2-day and 3-day enrollment is only available when it fits the current studio schedule.
Get Kids Ready Wraparound Care
For eligible 4-year-olds enrolled in the Get Kids Ready program.
Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM | Free for eligible 4-year-olds
Enrollment Option
Schedule
Cost
Get Kids Ready Preschool Block Only
Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM
Free for eligible 4-year-olds
Get Kids Ready + 2 Full Days
9:00–11:30 AM Monday–Friday, plus 2 full days of early learning and childcare
Approx. $159/week, billed at $690/month
Get Kids Ready + 3 Full Days
9:00–11:30 AM Monday–Friday, plus 3 full days of early learning and childcare
Approx. $196/week, billed at $850/month
Get Kids Ready + Full-Day Care
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Approx. $219/week, billed at $950/month
Get Kids Ready + Early Drop-Off
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
Approx. $225/week, billed at $975/month
The free Get Kids Ready Preschool Block is 9:00–11:30 AM only. Early learning continues all day for children enrolled in full-day care.
Get Kids Ready family costs are available only for eligible 4-year-olds participating in the
Get Kids Ready program. Regular tuition applies to children who are not eligible or not enrolled in Get Kids Ready.
A Note About Early Learning
Acton Midwest is not daycare. It is an early learning program.
Children are not simply cared for between drop-off and pick-up. They are learning through play, outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, rest rhythms, social-emotional development, independence, and guided discovery throughout the day.
Families choose Acton Midwest because they want a smaller, calmer environment where their child is known, supported, and learning all day long.
Tuition & Family Cost
At Acton Midwest, early learning happens all day. Children are learning through play, outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, social-emotional development, rest rhythms, and guided discovery throughout the full day.
Tuition and family costs are billed monthly. Weekly amounts are listed first because many families compare early learning costs by the week.
Wisconsin Shares accepted.
Standard Tuition
For children ages 2–5 enrolled in regular full-day early learning and childcare.
Enrollment Option
Full-Time Enrollment
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
$300/week, billed at $1,300/month
Enrollment Option
Limited 3-Day Enrollment
3 full days/week, when space allows
Approx. $196/week, billed at $850/month
Enrollment Option
Limited 2-Day Enrollment
2 full days/week, when space allows
Approx. $159/week, billed at $690/month
Priority is given to full-time families. Limited 2-day and 3-day enrollment is only available when it fits the current studio schedule.
Get Kids Ready Wraparound Care
For eligible 4-year-olds enrolled in the Get Kids Ready program.
Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM | Free for eligible 4-year-olds
Enrollment Option
Get Kids Ready Preschool Block Only
Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM
Free for eligible 4-year-olds
Enrollment Option
Get Kids Ready + 2 Full Days
9:00–11:30 AM Monday–Friday, plus 2 full days of early learning and childcare
Approx. $159/week, billed at $690/month
Enrollment Option
Get Kids Ready + 3 Full Days
9:00–11:30 AM Monday–Friday, plus 3 full days of early learning and childcare
Approx. $196/week, billed at $850/month
Enrollment Option
Get Kids Ready + Full-Day Care
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Approx. $219/week, billed at $950/month
Enrollment Option
Get Kids Ready + Early Drop-Off
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
Approx. $225/week, billed at $975/month
The free Get Kids Ready Preschool Block is 9:00–11:30 AM only. Early learning continues all day for children enrolled in full-day care.
Get Kids Ready family costs are available only for eligible 4-year-olds participating in the
Get Kids Ready program. Regular tuition applies to children who are not eligible or not enrolled in Get Kids Ready.
A Note About Early Learning
Acton Midwest is not daycare. It is an early learning program.
Children are not simply cared for between drop-off and pick-up. They are learning through play, outdoor exploration, practical life skills, stories, rest rhythms, social-emotional development, independence, and guided discovery throughout the day.
Families choose Acton Midwest because they want a smaller, calmer environment where their child is known, supported, and learning all day long.
From a Current Family
“We chose Acton Midwest because it felt calm, intentional, and deeply aligned with how we want our child to learn and grow. The small environment and focus on character made the decision easy for us.”
Families often tell us they are looking for a place where their child will be seen, supported, and guided — not lost in a larger setting.
Acton Midwest May Be a Good Fit If You’re Looking For…
• A calm, small-group early learning environment
• A place where your child is known and supported
• Early learning that happens all day
• Support for emotional development and independence
• Outdoor play as part of everyday life
• A relationship-centered environment for ages 2–5
• A licensed program that accepts Wisconsin Shares
• A thoughtful alternative to a larger, busier setting
How to Get Started
Step 1
Schedule a short call
We’ll answer your questions, learn about your child, and talk through schedule needs.
Step 2
Tour the studio
You can see the environment and get a feel for the daily rhythm.
Step 3
Complete enrollment
If it feels like a good fit and space is available, we’ll move forward with next steps.
Meet Laura, Lead Guide
Laura brings a strong background in child development, psychology, and early learning.
She creates a calm, consistent environment where young children can build confidence, independence, emotional awareness, and strong developmental foundations.
Laura’s role is to help children feel safe, known, and supported as they learn through play, practical life skills, outdoor exploration, stories, and daily rhythm.
Meet Dr. Carolyn
Dr. Carolyn is the founder of Acton Midwest and the visionary behind its calm, relationship-centered approach to early learning.
She created Acton Midwest for families seeking a more intentional beginning — one where children are deeply known, supported in their growth, and encouraged to build confidence, independence, and strong foundations from the start.
Her work is rooted in leadership, human development, education, and the belief that children thrive when they are safe, seen, and supported.
How Enrollment Works
Step 1: Request a Fit Conversation
We begin with a short conversation to answer your questions, learn about your child, and understand your schedule needs.
Step 2: Visit the Studio
If it seems like a possible fit, families may visit the studio, see the environment, and get a feel for the daily rhythm.
Step 3: Confirm Enrollment or Waitlist
If the schedule, space, and fit align, we move forward with enrollment. If space is not currently available, we may discuss waitlist options.
Enrollment is intentionally thoughtful to protect the culture and experience for every child.
Request a Fit Conversation
A Fit Conversation is the first step for all enrollment at Acton Midwest, including standard enrollment and Get Kids Ready.
Because Acton Midwest is a small, relationship-based learning environment, enrollment depends on your child’s age, schedule needs, space availability, and program fit.
For Get Kids Ready, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Priority enrollment is given to families seeking consistent full-time care. Part-time options may be considered only when space allows.
Request a Fit Conversation
Because Acton Midwest is intentionally small, enrollment begins with a Fit Conversation.
This short conversation helps us learn more about your child, your schedule needs, and whether Acton Midwest is the right fit for your family.
For Get Kids Ready, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Priority enrollment is given to families seeking consistent full-time care. Limited 2-day and 3-day options may be considered only when space allows.
