Through education, recreation, and fun, our preschool program offers a balanced play-based learning approach perfect for first-time students. Creative daily lesson plans focus on the development of your child’s necessary prekindergarten skills such as letter and name recognition, printing, cooperative play, socialization skills, listening, and more. Structured and unstructured activities provide stimulating hands-on learning opportunities to promote your child’s physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
The Carol Stream Park District Preschool program has been a community tradition for over 40 years. Our preschool at Simkus Recreation Center provides a safe and welcoming learning environment with access to amenities such as the gym and gymnastics room. Our passionate and experienced teachers are committed to working together to provide your child with the most enjoyable learning experience possible. Come learn and play with us today!
When school’s out, summer preschool is in. 3-4 year olds learn and play with new games, crafts, and stories each week. STEAM activities are incorporated. Children develop independence while learning the importance of sharing, listening, and cooperation. Weekly sessions are offered June – August. Children must be potty trained. The program is held both indoors and outdoors.
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
Upcoming themes:
| DATE | THEME |
| Week of June 3 | Letter D: Disney Days |
| Week of June 10 | Letter F: Celebrating Fathers |
| Week of June 17 | Letter S: Under the Sea |
| Week of June 24 | Letter B: Bumblebees |
| Week of July 1 | Letter J: Fourth of July |
| Week of July 8 | Letter C: Camping |
| Week of July 15 | Letter M: Old MacDonald Farm |
| Week of July 22 | Letter Z: Zoo |
| Week of July 29 | Letter O: Olympics |
| Week of August 5 | Letter P: Back to Preschool |
Children ages 3-5 can go to camp too! Weekly themes will keep little ones engaged while they craft, play games, and burn some energy indoors and out. Sign up with a friend or make new friends! Looking for 5 days a week? Register for Summer Preschool and keep the learning going! Children must be potty-trained.
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
Upcoming themes:
| DATE | THEME |
| Week of June 3 | Cold Treats |
| Week of June 10 | Hawaiian |
| Week of June 17 | Camping |
| Week of June 24 | Farm |
| Week of July 1 | Fourth of July |
| Week of July 8 | Dinosaurs |
| Week of July 15 | Under the Sea |
| Week of July 22 | Olympics |
| Week of July 29 | Circus |
| Week of August 5 | Space and Science |
We are excited to offer this new introductory camp for Kids 3-5 years old. In this week-long camp, campers will explore all that McCaslin Park has to offer. Campers play mini golf, cool off in the splash pad, dig in the sand area, make crafts, and enjoy some playground time. Swim suit, towel lunch and gym shoes are required. Camp will start and end at the Coyote Crossing Mini Golf. Participants must be able to handle their own bathroom needs.
Location: Coyote Crossing Mini Golf & McCaslin Park
Week # 1 Mon-Fri June 17-21 9:30am-12:30pm $140R/$160NR 29669
Week #2 Mon-Fri July 22-26 9:30am-12:30pm $140R/$160NR 29976
Registration can be completed in-person or online. Emergency information will be required through ePact.
The 2024-2025 school year runs from September 2, 2024 to May 16, 2025. Child must be of age as of September 1, 2024.
| 2024-2025 | DAYS | TIMES | MONTHLY | ANNUAL |
| Preschool Prep (Age 2 1/2 yrs) | Tu, Th | 9:00-10:30 am | $118R/$128NR | $1,062R/1,152NR |
| Preschool Prep (Age 2 1/2 yrs) | Tu, Th | 12:30-2:00pm | $118R/$128NR | $1,062R/1,152NR |
| 3 Year Old (2 days/week) | Tu, Th | 9:15-11:15 am | $141R/$151NR | $1,269R/1,359NR |
| 3 Year Old (2 days/week) | Tu, Th | 9:30-11:30 am | $141R/$151NR | $1,269R/1,359NR |
| 3 Year Old (3 days/week) | M, W, F | 9:00-11:00 am | $186R/$196NR | $1,674R/1,764NR |
| Combo 3 & 4 Year Old | M, W, F | 12:30-2:30 pm | $186R/$196NR | $1,674R/1,764NR |
| 4 Year Old (3 days/week) | M, W, F | 9:15-11:15 am | $186R/$196NR | $1,674R/1,764NR |
| 4 Year Old (3 days/week) | M, W, F | 9:30-11:30 am | $186R/$196NR | $1,674R/1,764NR |
| 4 Year Old (3 days/week) | M, W, F | 1:00-3:00pm | $186R/$196NR | $1,674R/1,764NR |
| Kindergarten Readiness (Age 4 years) | M-F | 12:45-2:45 pm | $307R/$317NR | $2,763R/2,853NR |
Program fees can be paid in full at registration or via a monthly payment plan. A $70 non-refundable enrollment fee and payment for the first month are due at registration. All subsequent payments are automatically withdrawn on the 1st of each month, from October-May. Scheduled payment amounts and dates are listed on your receipt. Completion of an Automatic Payment Request Form is required with registration.
We are expanding our 3-4 year old preschool program to accommodate busy parents. Now offering morning, mid-day and afternoon extended care, your preschooler receives additional interaction with teachers and peers through games and playtime.
| Extended Care | DAYS | TIMES | MONTHLY | ANNUAL |
|
Morning |
M,W,F | 8:00-9:30am | $91 | $819 |
| Mid-Day | M,W,F | 11:00am-1:00pm | $122 | $1.098 |
| Afternoon | M,W,F | 2:30-4:00 pm | $91 | $819 |
Participants registered for the Mid-Day care bring their lunch.
Bring your lunch and stay for enrichment! STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities help children develop life skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity. Build bridges, make rainbows, create straw rockets – the possibilities are endless! Student must be potty trained.
Program begins June 3 until August 9.
Weekly Registration for either MWF or TuTh from 11:30am – 1:30pm
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
FRIDAY STEAM FUN
Ignite your weekend with exciting and educational STEAM activities! STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) is an approach to learning that guides critical thinking, dialogue and student inquiry. A different concept will be introduced every month. Children must be potty-trained.
2:45pm-4:00pm
Fridays: September 20, October 18, November 15, December 20
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
STORYBOOK SATURDAY
Unleash your imagination through stories! Story-based learning uses storytelling to improve participation, engagement and retention. A different story will be featured each day along with crafts and games related to the story. Children must be potty-trained.
9:15am-10:30am
Saturdays: September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
Bring active playtime indoors while your kids burn off energy! We supply the toys, you come for fun and socialization. You and your child enjoy free time use of a variety of toys including balls, tricycles, hula hoops, ride-on cars and sports equipment. Play time will take place in the gym and will be in the gymnastics room every second week of the month! Parent must remain with child(ren) and supervise their play. No more than two children per adult.
Register for the month or drop-in every Thursday
Starts September 5
9:30am-10:30am
Location: Simkus Recreation Center
