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Preschool
Our preschool program offers the ideal environment for you and your preschooler. Imagine your child being inspired daily by dedicated teachers, meeting new friends, singing, dancing, creating art, and much more!
Our Fun Shine Express Curriculum is organized by themes and touches on art, music, language arts, and much more. We prepare our preschoolers academically, physically, and socially to begin their education journey successfully. Our daily activities include hands-on learning that builds self-confidence and encourages our preschoolers to explore their world.
Come and join the fun!
Preschool Highlights
- Our curriculum, Fun Shine Express, provides a wide range of hands-on, interactive activities that allow children to use their unique learning styles to experiment and explore their surroundings
- Our curriculum is based on current research and sound educational theories
- We encourage family involvement in each child’s learning with monthly family nights
- Daily communication between teachers and parents regarding your preschooler’s day
- Class website to inform parents about upcoming events and important information
- Portfolios and assessments to demonstrate your child’s growth and talents
- Small group instruction
- All teachers are CPR and First Aid certified
- Full Day and Half Day available
Preschool Schedules
A.M half day classes: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. with the option of before care from 8-9 a.m. for an additional charge. All children are provided with a snack.
P.M half day classes: 1-4 p.m. All children are provided with a snack.
Full day classes: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with the option of before care from 8-9 a.m for an additional charge. Full day preschoolers are required to bring a lunch.
Preschool Locations
Bulger Preschool • 1601 Hirsch, Melrose Park • (708) 731-5290
Bataan Preschool • 1220 N. 9th Ave., Melrose Park • (708) 731-529
- Kahl Preschool • 255 Palmer, Northlake 60164
Pricing
Preschool tuition is paid on a monthly basis. We accept financial assistance from Action for Children. Please call Preschool Director, Marlin Sanchez, at (708) 731-5290 for further information or download a financial aid application below.
Download Action for Children application 
here.
Download Action for Children application in Spanish here.
| IN DISTRICT | OUT OF DISTRICT | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 days (Tu & Th) | $85 | $115 |
| 3 days (M, W, F) | $125 | $155 |
| 5 days (M-F) | $205 | $235 |
| IN DISTRICT | OUT OF DISTRICT | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 days (Tu & Th) | $161 | $191 |
| 3 days (M, W, F) | $239 | $269 |
| 5 days (M-F) | $395 | $425 |
Preschool Registration
We accept registrations throughout the Preschool year. We begin in September and end in May. All children must be potty trained and 3 years old by September 1st. Parents must fill out a parent registration packet and bring the following documents to regigter:
- Child's Birth Certificate
- Physical (Not required at time of registration, but must be turned in before the child's first day of school)
- Parent/Guardian(s) I.D or document with name and address
- $85.00 non refundable deposit
Download the Preschool Parent Packet here.
Download the Preschool Calendar here.
Download the Parent Guide to Preschool here.
Links
Check out Veterans Park Preschool Curriculum here.
For further questions or to make an appointment for a classroom tour please contact Preschool Director, Marlin Sanchez, at (708) 731-5290 or e-mail at msanchez@veteransparkdistrict.org
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