Orange Inclusive Preschool serves children aged 3 to 5. We offer an inclusive educational environment where approximately half of the students are typically developing peers and the other half are children identified with special needs. The program emphasizes collaborative learning and social development among all students

We believe that, in order to meet the needs of all students: The core business of the Orange Schools is to make learning valuable, satisfying and challenging for all students. All students will learn when engaged in and enthusiastic about their work. The learning environment must be positive, supportive, nurturing and safe. All students need adult advocates. All individuals must have a commitment to quality in the services they provide to students and to each other. Collaboration among the School District, home and community is vital to the success of all students.

OIP operates six half-day sessions, four days a week (Monday-Thursday) Morning Session: Designed for younger learners, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Afternoon Session: Designed for 4- and 5-year-olds, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. There is no school on Fridays.

Our curriculum is focused on developmentally appropriate practices across key areas such as language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, health, nutrition, and fine arts. The curriculum aligns with Ohio’s Early Learning Content Standards and integrates play-based learning tailored to each child’s developmental stage. Each classroom is staffed by a lead teacher and two assistants and includes services from speech, occupational, and physical therapists who work with both typically developing children and those with special needs.