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Pre-Kindergarten Program
(Ages 4-5)
DCFS LICENSED
Supervisor: Kelly Baran
Our Pre-Kindergarten program offers a developmentally appropriate, skill-
based class designed to meet the needs of children transitioning from preschool
into kindergarten. Classroom activities are planned so that children can work
independently, as well as in small and large groups. Curriculum materials focus
on phonemic awareness, writing, math, and reading readiness while promoting
independent thinking and problem solving skills. Our program goal is to
combine play and academic opportunities that provide a strong foundation for
your child's future school success. To enhance our students learning for a
bi-lingual future, this readiness program will introduce participants to basic
colors, shapes, and numbers in Spanish as well as English! Min 8/Max 22
Playschool (Ages 2-3)
DCFS LICENSED
Supervisor: Kelly Baran
is class is a great first independent experience for
your child! Playschool is designed to provide a warm,
nurturing environment for children ages 2-3 years of
age. is transition from home to school will emphasis
the active development of your child's social, emotional, and cognitive skills. e
caring, qualified teachers will focus on preschool preparedness such as: taking
turns, following directions, listening, and sharing. Language development is
supported through daily theme based activities that include ABC's, counting,
story time, songs, games, and projects. Potty training is not required to enroll in
this program; however, upon an accident, parents/guardians will be contacted
to return to school to assist their child as our teachers/facilities are not equipped
and/or trained in diaper changing.
Min 8/Max 12
Preschool 2016-2017 (Ages 3-4)
DCFS LICENSED
Supervisor: Kelly Baran
Our Preschool program offers children an opportunity to participate in a
variety of age appropriate activities as they develop socially, emotionally, and
academically through PLAY. Classroom activities are planned to meet the varying
needs of each child. Students will be introduced to letters and numbers as they
explore different themes, shapes, colors, and concepts. Teachers focus on the
development of each students: problem solving skills, ability to make real life
connections, and peer relationships through everyday math, reading, social, and
science discovery. Participants in preschool MUST be toilet-trained.
Min 8/Max 18
Program Ages Day(s) & Times Times Location Code
Monthly
Tuition
$Res/$NR
Playschool 2-3 M/W, Sep 7 - May 24 9:00-10:30A Field Center 563002-01 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 M/W, Sep 7 - May 24 11:00-12:30P Field Center 563002-07 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 9:00-10:30A Field Center 563002-02 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 11:00-12:30P Field Center 563002-08 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 9:00-10:30A Barrie Center 563002-03 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 11:00A-12:30P Barrie Center 563002-04 $97/142
Playschool 2-3 M/W/F, Sep 7 - May 26 11:00A-12:30P Barrie Center 563002-05 $147/221
Playschool 2-3 M/W/F, Sep 7 - May 26 9:00-10:30A Barrie Center 563002-06 $147/221
Preschool 3-4 M/W/F, Sep 7 - May 26 9:00A-12:00P Barrie Center 563000-01 $206/309
Preschool 3-4 M/W/F, Sep 7 - May 26 9:00A-12:00P Longfellow Center 563000-02 $206/309
Preschool 3-4 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 9:00A-12:00P Barrie Center 563000-03 $137/206
Preschool 3-4 Tu/Th, Sep 6 - May 25 9:00A-12:00P Longfellow Center 563000-04 $137/206
Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 M-F, Sep 6 - May 26 9:00A-12:30P Carroll Center 563001-01 $395/593
Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 M-F, Sep 6 - May 26 9:00A-12:30P Andersen Center 563001-02 $395/593
*$50 nonrefundable
administration fee is due
at the time of registration
www.pdop.org/preschool
Program registration details and more!
2016-17 Preschool, Playschool & Pre-K
The Park District
Preschool
Program follows
the School District
97 schedule.
New! Extend your child's preschool or
pre-kindergarten day of fun and play with
our new Lunch Bunch and Jr. Clubhouse
S.M.A.R.T. programs on page 44.
