Hoffman Estates Park District to host preschool open houses

Parents of preschoolers can learn about the Hoffman Estates Park District's DCFS licensed preschool programs for the 2023-2024 school year during the upcoming preschool open houses.

The district offers part-day preschool for ages 3 and 4 at both HEParks Community Centers.

HEParks part-day preschool open houses are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, at the Triphahn Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, or 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, at Willow Recreation Center, 3600 Lexington Drive.

During the open house, parents and their children will tour the classrooms, meet the park district's skilled teaching staff, and learn about the program's philosophy and curriculum.

The district uses The Creative Curriculum, which focuses on learning through hands-on activities and experimentation. Activities such as music, movement, dramatic play, science and open-ended art projects help cultivate children's imaginations and give them the confidence to express themselves.

Group activities encourage socialization and teach valuable lessons in sharing and being part of a community. Daily outdoor or gym time helps children develop their large motor skills. Fine motor skills are developed through tabletop activities like puzzles, cutting and painting, which fosters imagination and cognitive development.

HEParks also offers full-day preschool and child care. The Little Stars Childcare program is a full-day preschool program at Triphahn Center, which is open year-round from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for ages 3-5 years.

The next full-day preschool open house dates are from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, and 9-10 a.m. Feb. 4 at the Triphahn Center.

For information, visit www.heparks.org, or contact Natalie Wood at nwood@heparks.org or (847) 285-5561.

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