Early Childhood

Programs for Early Childhood

The Dundee Township Park District has many program choices for children beginning at 9 months to 6 years old. Each program emphasizes socialization, develop new skills and teaches children to gain independence. Programs and activities range from Tot Rock to T-Ball. For a full list of programs being offered please refer to your seasonal program brochure. If you did not receive one in the mail please stop by the Rakow Center at 665 Barrington Ave. in Carpentersville or Randall Oaks Recreation Center at 500 N. Randall Rd. in West Dundee to pick up a brochure or download it by clicking the brochure image located in the left column of this page.

For a full list of programs being offered please refer to the seasonal program brochure.

Summer Playtime | 1-2 years with parent

Summer brings an opportunity to relax and enjoy some quality time with your little one. We will share songs, activities and stories about the natural world around us, as your child interacts with others. The instructor will serve as a guide. Sorry, no infants or older children.

ABC 123 FUN | 1-5 years

Let’s Play! Crafts, story time, music, movement, and games that teach new concepts as well as reinforce your child’s prior knowledge of the ABCs, numbers, shapes and colors. Material provided, expect to get messy! Contractual

MAKE IT & TAKE IT ART | 1 ½-5 years with parent

Crafts, music, movement, stories, and fun! Children will have FUN with some new art techniques and some old ones- such as painting, coloring, pasting and construction. Each participant is encouraged to engage at his or her own level from playing with new materials to creating an art treasure to take home. Materials provided, expect to get messy! Contractual

TOT ROCK | 12-23 months with parent

Maracas and clackers and tambourines, too; it’s musical fun just for you! Tot Rock is a unique music and learning program designed specifically for 1 year olds. Each session focuses on a new educational theme that incorporates hand held instruments, play props, sensory integration, coordination exercises, and socialization. Structured and unstructured time is included in each class. Sing, dance and play today! Contractual

*No Class: 7/1

KID ROCK | 2-3 years with parent

Make it a musical day! Kid Rock is a music and movement program designed to stimulate development through interactive play. Fine and gross motor skills are improved through imagination exercises, and by using rhythm instruments and movement props such as tambourines, maracas, scarves and a parachute. Presented in a structured format, Kid Rock encourages cooperation and following directions. Each session focuses on a new educational theme. Contractual

*No Class: 7/1

FUN WITH FRIENDS CAMP | 2-4 years with optional parent

Flutterby with a butterfly, pretend you are a cricket, hug a tree. Discover the world of nature through play, songs, stories and movement. Follow the instructor as she leads you through activities designed to look at nature through the eyes of your child. Parent involvement optional. Sorry, no infants or older children.

STRIDER™ CAMP | 3-5 years

STRIDER™ Camp uses no-pedal balance bikes to teach kids of all abilities how to ride on two wheels. The curriculum is built around learning, fun, socialization, and instruction intended to ignite a passion for riding. The goal of the camp is to help children have the balance and bike handling skills to ride on two wheels and never need training wheels! Please bring a helmet and water bottle to each class. This class will meet outdoors in the west parking lot.

OOEY GOOEY FUN | 3-5 years

Do you love making slime? Then this class is for you! Slime, playdough, and “clean mud” are just a few of the soft, squishy concoctions we will be making and playing within this hands on class. The children will help follow a recipe to create gooey mixtures out of everyday, household ingredients. Math and science concepts will be incorporated as we count and measure ingredients and watch one form of matter transform into another. Please wear clothes that can get messy.

SUMMERTIME FUN CAMP | 3-6 years

Socialization and group activities such as art, dramatics, singalongs, science and fun are all part of this exciting camp. Activities will be based on weekly themes and will be both indoors and outdoors. Children will meet rain or shine. A snack and beverage will be provided daily. Child must be potty trained, no pull-ups, please.

Ages 3 years

Ages 4-6 years

SOCCER CAMP | 3-6 years

Soccer camp is an outdoor program focused on introducing the fundamentals of soccer. Soccer shoes and shin guards are recommended but not required. Please send your child with a water bottle.

Ages 3-4 years

Ages 5-6 years

About Our Program

Our Preschool program offers a wide variety of opportunities for children between the ages of Almost 3 to 5 years old. Class times, locations and ages vary in order to meet the needs of our community.

Children are actively involved in learning activities that are designed to meet and nurture their growth in all areas of development. Teachers are able to work one-on-one and in small groups with your child, which will ensure a program that is tailored to your own child’s development. Large group activities also take place to help develop strong social interaction. Our open classroom includes learning centers such as science, math, housekeeping, blocks, art, writing, small and large motor areas. Each area offers ample learning opportunities as children can explore on their own or with a group of friends. Children enrolled in our Pre-K programs prepare for Kindergarten and are introduced to the Jolly Phonics reading program which is utilized by D300 Kindergarten classes. Younger children are introduced to many activities which encourage strong social and academic learning.

To schedule a visit, call Janet at (847) 428-7131 x2301.

Registration

Preschool Enrollment/Payment Procedures

To process registration, we must have:

1. A completed registration form, a copy of your child’s birth certificate, a copy of your child’s most current immunization record, proof of residency (something with your address, such as a utility bill, tax bill, etc.) and the automatic payment authorization form filled out completely, are required to enroll your child(ren) in the program.
2. Payment to cover the first month, plus a $40 non-refundable registration fee per child, is due upon registration. Monthly fees are from August through April.
3. Payments will be deducted electronically from your credit/debit card on the 5th of every month. The Park District does not accept cash or checks for this program unless paid in full.

Eligibility

For 2019-2020 School Year

• Children entering our Pre-Kindergarten programs must be four by Sept. 1, 2019.
• Children entering our Preschool program must be three by Sept. 1, 2019.
• Children entering our Almost 3 program must be three by Jan. 15, 2020.
• Children must be toilet trained for all classes. No pull-ups, please.

Forms

2019-2020 Preschool Registration Form 
Credit/Debit Authorization Form

Preschool Fees

For 2019-2020 School Year – Fees are Monthly
2 days/week: $117 Resident/$147 Nonresident
2 days/week with extended learning time: $166 Resident/$226 Nonresident
3 days/week: $183 Resident/$213 Nonresident
3 days/week with extended learning time (Mixed Preschool): $256 Resident/$316 Nonresident
3 days/week with extended learning time (Pre-Kindergarten): $383 Resident/$443 Nonresident

Registration Fee $40 will be due with first payment.
SIBLINGS RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON FEES

Two Ways to Pay

• Save 5% with full payment.
• Payment Plan

Preschool Handbook

Download the Preschool Handbook 

Class Schedule 2019-2020 School Year

Almost 3 | (2022 Kindergarten start)

Preschool (3 years) | (2021 Kindergarten start)

Mixed Preschool (3-5 year olds)

Pre-Kindergarten (Ages 4-5) | (2020 Kindergarten start)

^$40 nonrefundable registration fee is not included in this price.

Preschool Centers

Rakow Center (RAP) Preschool Room

665 Barrington Ave.
Carpentersville, IL 60110

Randall Oaks Recreation Center (RORCP)

500 N. Randall Rd.
West Dundee, IL 60118

Sleepy Hollow (SHP)

875 Winmoor Dr.
Sleepy Hollow, IL 60118

Washington Street Center (WSP)

21 N. Washington St.
Carpentersville, IL 60110