Preschool – Part Day
You can be confident that your child will benefit from superior educators, classroom equipment, and opportunities to help build a solid foundation for his or her future.
Our curriculum focuses on hands-on activities and experimentation. Activities such as music, movement, dramatic play, science, and open-ended art projects help cultivate children’s imaginations and give them the confidence to express themselves. Group activities encourage socialization and teach important lessons in sharing and being part of a community. Daily outdoor or gym time helps children develop their large motor skills. Fine motor skills are developed through tabletop activities like puzzles cutting and painting, which also fosters the imagination and cognitive development.
2019-20 Registration
Registration Open as of February 25: Stop by the Triphahn Center or Willow Recreation Center to register!
Priority Registration Deadline – February 17: Children enrolled in the current 2s & 3’s Playschool classes will receive priority registration into 3 year old preschool. Children enrolled in the current 3 year old preschool will receive priority registration 4 year old preschool. After current children are enrolled, siblings of currently enrolled students will be enrolled. New resident registration will be processed after returning student registrations. Open for non-resident and residents who missed the February 17 deadline begins February 25.
Note: A copy of a Birth Certificate is now required at the time of registration for 3’s and any new 4’s.
Preschool Payment Options
Option 1
Pay in full + $50 non-refundable registration fee.
* Full payment amount is 8 x monthly payment + $100
Option 2
Monthly payment plan. $100 payment and $50 non-refundable registration fee due at time of registration. Complete the EFT form to automatically withdraw 8 monthly payments from your checking account or credit card. EFT withdrawal dates, 15th of the following months: August-March.
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.
Curriculum
The Hoffman Estates Park District preschool program promotes child development which supports academic excellence. Developmentally-appropriate instruction is provided in an environment that values cultural diversity and nurtures a love of learning. Our preschool program focuses on the development of the whole child. Our play-based curriculum incorporates a variety of learning opportunities designed to develop problem-solving, creativity, self-expression, and academic skills. Children participate in a variety of activities every day, including art, music, creative movement, dramatic play, math, science, block play, group discussions, and outdoor play.
Our qualified teachers combine this diverse curriculum through a healthy balance of child-initiated and teacher-directed learning which develops a child’s physical, social, language, cognitive and creative skills. And through encouragement, understanding, and respect, we provide a positive, safe and nurturing atmosphere for learning. Our program supports our community. Children learn about our community through field trips and community events. We believe that children learn best when parents and teachers work together and support each other, therefore, we encourage the active involvement of parents.
The park district follows the curriculum goal from the National Association of the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), which encourages children to be actively involved in the learning process, to experience a variety of developmentally appropriate activities and materials, and to pursue to their own interests in the context of life in the community and the world.
Child Development can be divided into four areas: social and emotional development, physical development, cognitive development, and language development. These four categories are closely related and often overlap. Development in one area affects and is influenced by development in all areas. View Curriculum Guide
Preschool Documents
Preschool Parent Orientation Information
Preschool Handbook 18-19
School Calendar 2018-2019
Summary of DCFS Licensing Standards
Health Exam Form
Medication Consent Form
Food Action Emergency Plan
Preschool Refunds
Refunds are granted prior to the first day of school. After the first class has met, a pro-rated refund is granted. A refund form must be filled out in order to obtain a refund. Refunds can not be granted for days missed due to illness or vacation.
Severe Weather Policy
The Triphahn Center Preschools follows School District 54 severe weather closing days. Willow Recreation Center Preschools follows School District 15 severe weather closing days. You may also call 847-885-7500 for cancellation information, check our Weather Updates page.
Contact for Preschool: Natalie Wood at nwood@heparks.org or 847-285-5561.
