Hoffman Estates Park District | Hoffman Estates, IL

Through developmentally appropriate instruction and a positive atmosphere for learning, children will develop the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills necessary to prepare them for Kindergarten. Our full-day preschool program focuses on the whole child, emphasizing socialization and learning through play. Our curriculum incorporates a variety of learning activities designed to promote problem-solving, creativity, self-expression, and social skills. Students participate in a variety of activities everyday including art, music, creative movement, dramatic play, math, science, and group discussions.

Our teachers combine this diverse curriculum with a nurturing environment and a healthy balance of playtime to encourage students’ physical, emotional, social and creative development. Through encouragement, understanding and respect, they help provide a positive atmosphere for learning. We believe that children learn best when parents and teachers work together and support each other, therefore, we encourage the active involvement of parents.

Registration is open year round to any child who is 3-5 years old and fully potty trained.

Enrollment:
Enrollment requires completion of the Little Stars Childcare Enrollment Form, payment of the first and last week’s tuition and a $50 registration fee.

Tuition rates:

• 2 days/week — $156/week (Tuesday & Thursday)
• 3 days/week — $207/week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
• 5 days/week — $258/week

Prior to beginning enrollment in Little Stars Childcare programs the following forms must be turned in: Certificate of Child Health Exam, a copy of the birth certificate, Emergency Card, Preschool Information Sheet, Pick-Up Authorization form, Discipline Policy, Permission and Waiver Form, DCFS Sign Off and HiMama Parent Form.

Little Stars Childcare Downloadable Documents

• Health Exam Form
• Parent Handbook – LSC
• Vacation Request Form
• Change/Withdrawal Request
• Summary of DCFS Licensing Standards

7:00am-9:00am — learning centers exploration
9:00am-9:30am — breakfast
9:30am-9:45am — circle time
9:45am-11:45am — dedicated preschool time
11:45am-12:00pm — music and stories
12:00pm-12:30pm — large motor play outside or in-gym
12:30pm-1:00pm — lunch
1:00pm-3:00pm — rest time
3:00pm-3:30pm — afternoon snack
3:30pm-6:00pm — learning center exploration and gym/playground

Breakfast, lunch and snack are provided, which meet nutritional guidelines.