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Preschool Activities

Hands-on, nature-based play experiences to develop independence, problem-solving, and kindergarten readiness.

Announcements

It’s not too late to register for the 2026-2027 school year!

Reach out to pilar.martinez@pdop.org for more information.

Pilar Martinez Point of Contact
Pilar Martinez

Early Childhood Program Supervisor

708-725-3135 pilar.martinez@pdop.org

EXPLORE Preschool Activities

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CURRICULUM: Children will interact within a positive environment in each preschool/playschool class, allowing them to learn by exploring and experimenting. We provide countless opportunities for discovery, creativity, problem-solving, and STEM education. Learning activities are designed and chosen to provide organic learning opportunities presented through play and with social-emotional development in mind. We use an emergent, play-based curriculum. Lesson plans are made weekly, and studies can last two to three weeks be based on the interests of the students.

IMPORTANT: When setting up your new registration account, please do not unsubscribe to emails from the Park District. This will eliminate all email correspondence including important information regarding program-specific changes and cancellations.

3 and 4 year olds

Nature Preschool Tues/Thurs - Carroll Center Activity
Nature Preschool Tues/Thurs - Carroll Center
  • Carroll Community Center South Room A
  • Tuesday, September 8, 2026
  • 8:30 am – 11:30 am
  • Resource Person: Pilar Martinez: Pilar.Martinez@pdop.org; 708-725-3135
$ 2,232.00 / session
Nature Preschool Mon/Wed/Fri - Carroll Center Activity
Nature Preschool Mon/Wed/Fri - Carroll Center
  • Carroll Community Center South Room A
  • Wednesday, September 9, 2026
  • 8:30 am – 11:30 am
  • Resource Person: Pilar Martinez: Pilar.Martinez@pdop.org; 708-725-3135
$ 3,339.00 / session

4 year olds

Pre-Kindergarten Mon through Fri - Carroll Center Activity
Pre-Kindergarten Mon through Fri - Carroll Center
  • Carroll Community Center North Room
  • Tuesday, September 8, 2026
  • 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Resource Person: Pilar Martinez: Pilar.Martinez@pdop.org; 708-725-3135
$ 4,914.00 / session