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.
Preschool Open Gym (9 months-6 years with parent)
Run, jump, slide or climb at Preschool Open Gym. You and your child(ren) will have a ball playing indoors and meeting new friends. Children ages 9 months to 6 years old can play, socialize and laugh in this open play atmosphere. Balls, slides, sports, tunnels and more will be available for your child to play with. Parents must accompany their child at all times.
$5 Drop-in Fee/$3 Sibling Fee
Get a punch card, after 10 visits the eleventh is FREE.
Preschool Open Gym Schedule
| Dates | Day | Time | Location |
| Jan. 7-March 18* | Mondays | 9:45-11:15 am | Randall Oaks Recreation Center |
| Jan. 10-March 14 | Thursdays | 11:00 am-12:30 pm | Randall Oaks Recreation Center |
| Jan. 11-March 15* | Fridays | 10:00 am-12:00 pm | Randall Oaks Recreation Center |
| April 12-May 17* | Fridays | 10:00 am-12:00 pm | Randall Oaks Recreation Center |
*No open gym 1/21, 2/18, 3/1, 4/19
Registration will begin for the 2019-2020 school year – January 19 (Resident) and January 26 (Nonresident).
The Funshine Treehouse is a Montessori classroom experience combined with animals and nature! Using Randall Oaks Park and Zoo, we provide daily lessons on nature, science, and animals. Children work with Montessori materials to aid their social, emotional, and cognitive development, guided by experienced Montessori educators. The Funshine Treehouse is located next to the Randall Oaks Zoo at 1180 N. Randall Rd., West Dundee.
Class Schedule
2019-2020 School Year
| Program # | Dates | Day/Time | Location | Monthly Fee* |
| 48312-AM | Aug. 20-May 21 | Tu,Th/9:00-11:30 am | Treehouse Center at Al Price Building |
$121 R/$148 NR |
| 48312-PM | Aug. 20-May 21 | Tu,Th/12:30-3:00 pm | Treehouse Center at Al Price Building |
$121 R/$148 NR |
| 48313-AM | Aug. 19-May 22 | M,W,F/9:00-11:30 am | Treehouse Center at Al Price Building |
$181R/$222 NR |
| 48313-PM | Aug. 19-May 22 | M,W,F/12:30-3:00 pm | Treehouse Center at Al Price Building |
$181 R/$222 NR |
| 48315-AD | Aug. 19-May 22 | M-F/9:00 am-3:00 pm | Treehouse Center at Al Price Building |
$726 R/$810 NR |
*$40 non-refundable registration fee not included.
Important Info
- For holidays and school days off, Funshine Treehouse follows School District 300’s calendar.
- Daily snack is included. Two snacks included for all day.
Siblings Receive a 10% Discount!
Enrollment/Payment Procedures
- A completed registration form, a photocopy of your child’s birth certificate, a photocopy 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Forms 
Funshine Treehouse Registration Form 2019-2020
Funshine Treehouse Auto Credit/Debit Authorization Form 2019-2020