A great place to learn since 1971

info@mulberryschool.org

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(309) 862-0510

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1101 Douglas Street Normal, IL 61761

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Since 1971, Mulberry School has been a parent-powered cooperative where families and teachers partner together to help children ages 2–6 learn, grow, and thrive through play and discovery. Inspired by the British Infant School model, our philosophy focuses on teaching children how to learn—not just what to learn—nurturing independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of discovery.

As a cooperative community, families play an active role in school life, working alongside teachers to create a rich, supportive environment. At Mulberry, parents aren’t bystanders—they’re partners in their child’s education.

Here, learning is a shared journey—rooted in curiosity, guided by compassion, and strengthened by community.

MULBERRY SCHOOL

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At Mulberry School, we embrace a parent-cooperative model, allowing parents to actively participate in all aspects of the school’s operation. Parents can get involved in various ways, contributing their time, talents, and ideas through volunteer opportunities and fundraising events. Additionally, parents serve on the Board of Directors, which oversees the school’s affairs in collaboration with the Non-Profit Director. Each family is asked to contribute 35 parent hours (Time & Talent) during the academic year.

We hold parent meetings four times throughout the academic year, providing families with updates from staff and the Board of Directors. Time spent at these meetings counts toward a family’s volunteer hour total. (Childcare may be available during parent meetings for a nominal fee.)