Our preschool is designed for children ages 2 through 5 years old, including pre-kindergarten. Our curriculum is based on a non-repetitive four-year cycle. The following is a brief outline of what the curriculum offers for each age group. Illinois Early Childhood Standards and Benchmarks are used for learning curriculum. Additional information is available in our ParentHandbook (Tuition is monthly)
Registration for Preschool is open throughout the year, as long as there are spaces available in the class. You may register at the Park District Office at 1501 Barnsdale Road. We welcome visitors. Please make an appointment by calling the preschool line at (708) 354-4157.
Age: | 2.5 -3
years |
3 years | 4 & 5
years-Kindergarten |
Fee: | $141.00, Non-Resident fee
is $151.00, monthly |
$145.00, Non-Resident fee
is $155.00, monthly |
See Below |
Day/ Time |
Mondays/Wednesdays 8:45-10:45 am Tuesdays/Thursdays 8:45- 10:45 am Additional classes start January 3, 2023 8:45-10:45 am |
Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 8:30- 10:30 am 10:45-12:45 pm 1:30- 3:30 pm |
Mondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays $244.00, Non-Resident fee is $254.00, monthly 8:30 -11:30 am 12:30 - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday $302.00, Non-Resident fee is $312.00, monthly 8:30 -11:30 am 12:30 - 3:30 pm |
Learning centered around
play! In the early years, socializing with others is
important in getting ready for school. Social skills
and self-esteem will be enhanced. Shapes, counting
time, painting, music, and colors are all part of the
learning fun. |
This three day a week class
has been designed for children who are 3 years of age.
Focus is on readiness skills through small and large
group activities. Social, emotional and physical needs
of this age group will be developed. Art projects,
music, letters, numbers, colors, and daily gym are all
incorporated. |
Reading and math readiness
skills are integrated into a program designed to stimulate
learning and build self-confidence. Good work habits
develop social and communication skills. Individual
achievement is recognized and creativity encouraged.
Art, music, drama and tablet centers are all included.
Gym is daily. Book-It and My Big World are integrated
into the Pre-Kindergarten curriculum. |
Age: | 2 years |
Fee: | Fall Session (13
weeks): (Tuition is paid per session) |
Day / Time |
Fridays (13 week sessions) Fall:
September 16, 2022- December 16, 2022 (skip November 25) Winter/Spring: January 13, 2023- April 21, 2023 8:45- 10:15
am 10:30-12:00 pm |
Location | Recreation Center, 1501
Barnsdale Rd., La Grange Park |
Here is the perfect
opportunity to get your toddler acquainted with other
children and take a small step into preschool.
Socializing with others, music, and simple art projects
will all be a part of the fun. Children should be ready
to stay at class without the assistance of a parent.
Children completing the Fall session will be given priority
placement in the January 2.5 to early 3 classes. |
Fall 2022-2023 Preschool Registration
Information
Registration for
current resident preschool students
begins: Monday,
February 7 at 8:30am
Registration opens for all La
Grange Park Residents: Tuesday, February 8 at 8:30am
Registration for current
nonresident students begins: Thursday, February 10 at
8:30am
Open enrollment for
all begins Friday, February 11 at 8:30am