Frequently Asked Questions

About Treehouse

  • The Lighthouse Preschool provides year-round care and early childhood education for children from infancy through pre-k age. Our programs include infant/walker, toddler, preschool, and Pre-K classrooms.

  • Getting started is simple! Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps, book a tour and answer any questions along the way.

  • At The Treehouse Preschool, we believe children thrive when they feel safe, loved, supported, and free to explore. As a family-owned and operated school, we take the time to truly know our children and families, creating a warm and welcoming community where every child feels at home.

    Our experienced educators combine purposeful learning with plenty of opportunities for hands-on play, creativity, discovery, friendship, and fun. From our youngest infants through our Pre-K children, our goal is to help each child develop strong roots—building confidence, independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning—while giving parents peace of mind knowing their child is genuinely cared for.

    At Treehouse, little learners are given the space, support, and encouragement they need to grow.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page, email or by phone! We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • Yes! The Treehouse Preschool is part of a family of seven early childhood education and school-age programs throughout Warwick, Cranston, and Johnston. While each school has its own unique personality and community, they share the same family-centered approach and commitment to providing children with safe, nurturing, high-quality care.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

Your Child’s Day

  • To help keep all of our children safe, particularly those with food allergies, Treehouse does not provide meals or snacks. Families are asked to pack food for their child each day in accordance with our school’s allergen policies. This allows families to choose foods that best meet their child’s individual needs while helping us maintain a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

  • We know how important it is for families to feel connected to their child throughout the day! Treehouse uses Brightwheel to make communication between families and teachers simple and convenient. Through the app, parents can receive updates and notifications about their child’s day and communicate directly with their child’s teachers when needed.

  • We recommend sending your child with everything they may need to feel comfortable and prepared throughout the day. If you would like your child to have meals or snacks while at Lighthouse, please pack them from home in accordance with our school’s allergen policy. We also recommend keeping a change of clothes at school for those unexpected spills, messy activities, or little accidents.

    Families are welcome to send any additional items they feel are important for their child to have throughout the day. Our team will also let you know if your child’s specific classroom requires any additional items.

  • Yes! Children have a scheduled nap or rest period during the middle of the day through our Pre-K classrooms. This gives children an opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy some quiet time before continuing with their afternoon activities.

    Rest needs can vary from child to child, and our teachers work to create a calm and comfortable environment during this part of the day.

  • Yes! The Treehouse Preschool is part of a family of seven early childhood education and school-age programs throughout Warwick, Cranston, and Johnston. While each school has its own unique personality and community, they share the same family-centered approach and commitment to providing children with safe, nurturing, high-quality care.

  • Absolutely! Outdoor play is an important part of the day at Treehouse. We have a large outdoor play area where children have plenty of space to enjoy fresh air, stay active, explore, and play with their friends.

    Our outdoor space is separated by age group so children can enjoy equipment and activities that are developmentally appropriate for them. This helps us provide a fun outdoor experience while maintaining a safe environment for children of all ages.

Enrollment and Tuition

  • Enrollment is accepted throughout the year based on classroom availability. If your child's classroom is currently full, we would be happy to add your family to our waitlist and contact you when a space becomes available.


  • Yes! We understand that every family’s schedule and childcare needs are different. Part-time care may be available depending on your family’s needs and current classroom availability. We encourage families to contact us to discuss the schedule that works best for them and learn about available options.

  • We accept all major credit cards, along with cash and checks. Payment is due on Friday for the upcoming week. Payments are made directly through the Brightwheel app.

  • Yes! The Treehouse Preschool accepts Rhode Island state childcare assistance through the Department of Human Services (DHS). Families who receive childcare assistance are welcome to use their benefits toward eligible childcare services at Treehouse.

  • At this time, Treehouse does not offer tuition discounts. We do, however, offer both full-time and part-time care options depending on your family’s needs and classroom availability. Our team is always happy to discuss current tuition rates, scheduling options, and enrollment availability with you.

  • Each family receives one vacation week per year! During this week, you may choose to keep your child home and tuition will be waived for that week. It’s our way of giving families a little extra flexibility for vacations, family time, or a well-deserved break.

  • Absolutely! We encourage prospective families to visit Treehouse, explore our classrooms, meet members of our team, and experience our school environment in person. Choosing childcare is an important decision, and we want you to feel completely comfortable and confident in your choice. Tours can be scheduled by contacting our school or completing our online tour request form.

Hours, Location & Transportation

  • The Treehouse Preschool is open Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5:30 PM.

  • We are conveniently located at 48 Toll Gate Rd in Warwick, RI. We are in the plaza behind Cafe Tempo and located only a mile from Kent Hospital.

  • Treehouse is open year-round and does not close for a full vacation week. We are closed for select major holidays. Families receive our annual closure calendar in advance so they can plan accordingly.