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Supervisor: Natalie Kurek
early childhood / preschool
2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR: Playschool, Preschool & Pre-K
Age-appropriate PLAY and a nurturing environment provide young children opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively with hands-on exploration,
experimentation, and socialization. Teacher-directed activities and center time play engage your child in literacy, math, science, art, and motor activities while creating an
experience focused on 21st century problem-solving and flexible thinking habits. e Park District follows the School District 97 calendar. If a program is full, please
sign up for the waitlist free of charge. For questions, contact Natalie Kurek, Program Supervisor at (708) 725-2155 or email natalie.kurek@pdop.org.
Preschool, Playschool & Pre-Kindergarten
Playschool
Build educational excitement! Social skills
(taking turns, listening, sharing) and daily
themed activities (ABCs, counting, story times,
songs, games, and projects) are emphasized in a
welcoming environment.
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**Potty
training not required but parents/
guardians will be contacted to return to school to
assist children aer accidents.
Preschool
DCFS LICENSED
Students make academic and social gains
through authentic discoveries tailored
for each child. Creativity, independent
thinking, confidence, and age-appropriate
academic topics are taught through hands-
on experiences. Relationship building with
peers and other adults is highly valued in
a welcoming environment. Every child's
strengths are embraced which prepares them
for future school success.
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Nature Preschool
Nature is an amazing teacher when
children engage in hands-on activities
both inside and out. Multi-sensory, nature-
based play experiences are the vehicle for
individualized learning, problem-solving, and
concept integration in the Austin Gardens
Environmental Education Center. Low teacher/
child ratios promote social, emotional and
academic readiness.
Pre-Kindergarten
DCFS LICENSED
Teachers skillfully create child-specific
hands-on experiences that provide for writing,
math and reading readiness skills. Social and
academic opportunities are provided through
independent, small, and large group work.
Social skills, innovation, and problem-solving
habits are fostered in a collaborative class
culture, creating a strong learning foundation.
2 YEAR OLDS 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS 4 YEAR OLDS
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: 2023-2024 School Year (Feb 5, Open to all)
Program/Days Ages Dates Time Location Monthly Tuition Res Fee - Fee
Playschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 2 Sep 5 - May 22 9:00 - 11:00A Longfellow Center $234 - 254
Playschool - Thur/Fri 2 Sep 7 - May 24 9:00 - 11:00A Longfellow Center $157 - 177
Preschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 3-5 Sep 5 - May 22 8:45 - 11:45A Carroll Center $234 - 254
Preschool - Th/Fri 3-5 Sep 7 - May 24 8:45 - 11:45A Carroll Center $155 - 175
Nature Preschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 3-5 Sep 5 - May 22 8:45 - 11:45A Austin Gardens $292 - 312
Nature Preschool - Th/Fri 3-5 Sep 7 - May 24 8:45 - 11:45A Austin Gardens $190 - 210
Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 Sep 5 - May 24 8:30A - 12:00P Carroll Center $440 - 460
*$100 non-refundable administration fee is due at the time of registration.
