2400 Chestnut Ave
Glenview, IL 60026
Phone: (847) 724-5670
Fax: (847) 657-6231
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NEW! Stepping Stones to Preschool

Park Center Preschool is proud to introduce our new Stepping Stones to Preschool. Programs range from preparing the very young child for a group environment to having a variety of appropriate choices for a developing two year old. We are sure you will find just the right fit for your child!

Stepping Stones Adult-Child Classes

• A child can begin as early as 18-24 months with a parent, sharing fun activities in the Side by Side class.
• Me and My Shadow is for the slightly older child, ages 2-3, who still needs parental help in a new theme-centered environment.

Registration for these two classes is through the regular park district lottery process. For detailed descriptions and class activity numbers, click here.

Stepping Stones "Step It Up" Classes

• The Stepping Stones for 2’s/October Transition Class is for the child who is ready for independence. Parent and child begin the session together, then the child transitions in October to attending class on their own.
• The Stepping Stones for 2’s/January Transition Class allows parent and child to begin by attending the session together, then the child transitions along at a more comfortable pace in January.
• The Soon 2B3 Class is for an older 2 who will be 3 years old by January 1, 2009. The child will experience a structured environment increasing skills of self-control, expanded focus, and new concepts.

Registration for these three classes must be in person at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave., beginning Feb. 9. For detailed descriptions of these classes, click here.

Learning Through Play - Park Center Preschool
Park Center Preschool programs reinforce the Illinois State Learning Standards and NAEYC Early Learning Standards. At the same time, we use our philosophy of "learning through play" to fulfill a balanced and progressive curriculum. Park Center Preschool classes feature:

• Encouragement to children to explore, discover, problem-solve and build self-esteem
• Individual and group activities to develop social, emotional, language and cognitive skills
• Learning center for science, math, dramatic play, language, reading, music, art and construction
• An enclosed outdoor playground and indoor gymnasium
• Developmentally appropriate, non-biased activities follow weekly themes
• Field trips and special guest from Wagner Farm, The Grove, Splash Landings and more.

Each class within Park Center Preschool is staffed by a lead teacher and an assistant. By maintaining a teacher-to-child ratio of 1:7 or less, our staff is able to provide children with a safe and stimulating environment. Our instructors strive to provide a balance between child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities to foster exploration and discovery.

There are two levels of Park Center Preschool classes: 3 Year Olds and Pre-K 4's. For detailed descriptions of these classes, click here.

Please Note: The preschool wing is a nut-free environment.

2008-2009 Preschool Year
The 2008-09 school year begins the week of September 8, ends the week of May 12 and follows the District 34 school calendar for non-attendance days. We strictly adhere to our entry age requirements for preschool classes. Nonresident fees are 25% higher.

Park Center Preschool Registration
Glenview residents wishing to enroll children in Park Center Preschool programs for the 2008-2009 school year should use the Spring lottery registration process which begins Feb. 9 and runs through Feb. 25. Registration form and available classes will be found in the Glenview Park District Spring Brochure which will be mailed to residents. Classes are also listed on this website under Early Childhood Programs. Once the lottery is completed, you will be notified by mail of the enrollment status of your child. Due to required forms and documentation, there is no online registration for Park Center Preschool--you must register at Park Center. Nonresidents and residents who miss the lottery deadline may register during open registration which begins on March 7 at Park Center.

TO REGISTER --

1. Fill out a separate registration form with required paperwork. Forms are located at Park Center Front Desk. DO NOT INCLUDE OTHER PROGRAM REGISTRATIONS ON THIS FORM.

2. Submit a COPY of the child’s birth certificate. (Registration cannot be processed without a copy of the certificate).

3. Pay a $125.00 non-refundable registration fee which will be applied to your total program fee.

4. Important: Select one of the following payment options for the balance of the program fee.
• 9 pre-authorized debits from your checking account or
• 9 pre-authorized charges to your credit card.

Note: Payment Plans begin on July 1, 2008 and end March, 2009. If you choose to pay in full, payment must be received by June 30, 2008. Dropping from the Park Center Preschool program on July 1, 2008 or any time thereafter, one month’s class fee will be retained in addition to the non-refundable registration fee.

5. At registration complete an authorization form to set up the checking account or credit card installment plan option. A $4.75 processing charge for each electronic installment payment is included in the installment fees

6. Submit all items listed in steps 1-5 to Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave. Incomplete and missing forms, including birth certificates, will result in processing delays!

7. After Nov. 1, 2008 new enrollees are required to pay in full.

Priority Registration for 2009-10: To maintain an ongoing relationship with our 2 and 3 year old families, Park Center Preschool is pleased to offer priority registration beginning in January 2010.

Tours of Our Preschool
Prospective parents are welcome to make an appointment for a tour of the preschool and observe classes. Appointments are required to be scheduled in advance. Call Danni MacClure at (224) 521-2502 to make an appointment.

Residency Requirement
Priority registration is given to Glenview Park District residents who submit an application for the lottery. You must submit documentation when registering for the first time.

Questions?
Call Denise Christopoulos, Early Childhood Supervisor at (224) 521-2550.

Last updated 2/8/08