(708) 343-5270 frontdesk@vpdpark.org

After School Care

Program Information

The Veterans Park District After School Care program is designed to create a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for school age children while taking time out for fun. Our program offers benefits that help strengthen schools, families and communities. Staff will plan the afternoon with activities that allow the children to socialize, relax, play games and sports, begin homework, engage in creative arts and form positive relationships with peers.

For more information please call  (708) 343-5270.

Currently Offered

2023-2024 School Year registration is in progress

Grades: K-5 (full or afternoon kindergarten only)
Day: 2, 3, 4 or 5 day options
Time: After school-6 PM
Facility: Grant Park (Northlake)
School transportation available for:
District 83: Roy, Scott, Westdale
District 87: Whittier, Riley

Early Dismissal Care Available – Reservation required (pick up not available before noon, additional fee required).

Monthly Fees:
2 days: $126/month
3 days: $174/month
4 days: $222/month
5 days: $270/month
Early Dismissal Additional Fee: $20
Tuition due on the last service day of each month, one month
in advance.

For more information please call (708) 731-5290 or contact us via e-mail at gstanczyk@vpdpark.org.

Kids playing outside during after school program at VPD.

Location

Grant Park Recreation Center
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Phone: (708) 343-5270

Requirements

Parents must complete a registration packet before a child is allowed to register. Packets are available at Grant Park and George A. Leoni Complex. You may also download a parent packet at vpdpark.org.
The following checklist is due at registration:

  • Completed Registration Packet
  • Child’s Birth Certificate
  • Current Physical and Medical required
  • Non-refundable $50 registration fee and first month’s tuition required at time of registration.

Additional Information

  • Minimum 5 children per school in order to provide transportation
  • Illinois Action for Children Accepted

Registration Tip

Registration can be taken over the phone, on our website, or in person during registration hours at any one of our facilities: George A. Leoni Complex, Grant Park, Cimbalo Fitness Center or Gouin Pool.

Registration Locations

Grant Park

44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake
Phone: (708) 343-5270
Fax: (708) 492-1801

George A. Leoni Complex

800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 716-4822