Preschool

PHILOSOPHY

The Philosophy of the Frankfort Park District Preschool Program is to provide a preschool setting that is both nurturing and positive to the young child. To achieve this atmosphere, we stress social emotional, and creative skills. A strong emphasis will be placed on playing, which is a child’s principal means of expression and problem-solving. Language arts, stories, games, crafts, and songs will be introduced to correlate with the daily topic. An independent child with a positive self-image is our ultimate goal.


OPEN HOUSE FOR 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR

Looking for a Preschool Home? An Open House is scheduled on Saturday, February 1, 2025. We will have 4 sessions (10:00 -10:30 am, 10:30 – 11:00 am, 11:00 – 11:30 am, 11:30 am -12:00 pm). Please visit us at 400 Nebraska Street in Frankfort at the Susan A. Puent Building. You will be able to meet some of the preschool staff and get to see our facility firsthand. Call 815-464-5579 for more information or visit our website at www.frankfortparks.org. Pre-registration is required, register one adult per family. Both parents and children are welcome to attendCLICK HERE to register.

Residents who attend the February 1st Open House may register for preschool on that day at the Preschool Building (registration payments will be processed on Monday, February 3).


SCHEDULE A TOUR

If you missed the open house, you can schedule a tour of our preschool. Please come visit us at 400 W. Nebraska Street in Frankfort at the Susan Puent Building. You’ll be able to meet some of the preschool staff and get to see our facility firsthand.  Call 815-464-5579 for more information and to schedule a tour.


REGISTRATION 

All preschool programs run from September 2025 to May 2026. Registration begins Monday, February 3, 2025, for in-district residents and Monday, February 10, 2025 for non-residents. Registration takes place at the Founders Community Center at 140 Oak Street, Frankfort, and can only be done IN PERSON.

A copy of the child’s birth certificate is required at the time of registration for new participants.

A $75 non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of registration. *If your tuition is paid in full between May 1 and July 15, 2025, you will receive a 5% discount for the entire year. For Non-residents, the discount will be taken off the resident rate. AUTO – PAYMENT will be mandatory for the monthly payment option (see form in preschool packet. Please complete all paperwork by July 15 to confirm your registration commitment. Call the Park District at 815-469-9400 if you have any questions or would like to visit our programs while they are in session.


PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

Pricing reflects the registration for the 2025/26 school year.

WEE WORKS 2.5 years

This twice-weekly program is perfect for young children anxious to meet friends. The class will be filled with playtime, arts & crafts, stories, music, and snack time. The child must be 2.5 years old by September 1, 2025. Being toilet trained is NOT mandatory.  A physical is required.

Days: Wednesday & Friday
Times: 9:00 – 11:00 am OR 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Tuition: $1,305/NR $1,440*
9 monthly auto-payments of $145/NR $160 per month

PLAY SCHOOL 3 years

This program will provide time for young children to learn how to interact with their peers.  Fun activities help the children learn to share and follow directions. Colors, numbers, and the alphabet are introduced. The child must be 3 years old by September 1, 2025 and MUST be toilet trained. A physical is required.

Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Times: 8:45 – 11:15 am OR 12:15 – 2:45 pm
Tuition: $1,485/NR $1,620*
9 monthly auto-payments of $165/NR $180 per month

PREP SCHOOL 4 years

This Kindergarten preparation program is for children who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2025 and MUST be toilet trained. The curriculum includes age-appropriate activities for language arts, math, science, motor skills, and socialization. Field trips are also taken. A physical is required.

Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Times: 8:45 – 11:15 am OR 12:15 – 2:45 pm
Tuition: $1,710/NR $1,845*
9 monthly auto-payments of $190/NR $205 per month

STEPPING STONES (Kinder-Bridge) 4 years

This class is for children who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2025 and MUST be toilet trained. This 5- day program will focus on school readiness skills of language arts, math, science, and fine motor skills. Emphasis is also placed on improving social skills. Field trips are taken and a physical is required.

Days: Monday through Friday
Times: 9:00 – 11:30 am OR 12:30 – 3:00 pm
Tuition: $2,160/NR $2,295*
9 monthly auto-payments of $240/NR $255 per month

*If your tuition is paid in full between May 1st and July 15th, 2025, you will receive a 5% discount for the entire year. For Non-residents, the discount will be taken off the resident rate.


START OF SCHOOL

Preschool classes will begin the week of September 2nd (after Labor Day) and run through May 2026. Teacher Meet & Greet days are scheduled on Tuesday & Wednesday, September 2nd & 3rd. Meet and Greet class schedule will be provided in your preschool packet. You will be sent an email reminder with your child’s Teacher Meet & Greet date and time.

Please note: This is not a regular school day. Please plan on staying with your child on this day. Your children will stay all by themselves at the next scheduled class session. Please bring school supplies on this day.

Preschool Orientation Day* Schedule will be emailed to parents for each class. This will be sent a few weeks prior to the start of school.