2026–27 Tuition & Schedules
Choose the schedule that works best for your family.
Tuition is based on your child's regular weekly schedule and the number of scheduled open days each month.
Additional Enrollment Costs
These one-time costs are due as part of the enrollment process.
Registration Fee
Due when enrollment is confirmed.
Enrollment Deposit
Required as part of the enrollment process.
How Tuition Works
Simple, predictable billing based on your child’s regular schedule.
Your Schedule Sets the Rate
Choose a regular 3-, 4-, or 5-day weekly schedule.
Monthly Tuition Varies
Your daily rate is applied to the scheduled days TDC is open that month.
Vacation & Absences
Vacation and other absences are billed at 80% of the contracted rate.
Billing
Tuition is billed monthly in advance and due on the last business day of the preceding month.
Online Account Access
Families can view their account ledger and download statements through the online portal.
What Your Tuition Supports
Your tuition helps make possible the people, spaces, and experiences that define a day at The Discovery Center.
Individual Attention
Our maximum 1:8 teacher-to-child ratio helps teachers know, support, and respond to each child.
Experienced Teachers
Professional teaching teams build consistent relationships with children and families.
Purpose-Built Spaces
Six classrooms plus dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces designed for young children.
Play & Exploration
Children have daily opportunities to learn through play, movement, creativity, and outdoor exploration.
A Longstanding Community
TDC has been serving Ann Arbor families since 1974.