Glenview Methodist Pre-School is an independent, non-denominational, play-based preschool in Glenview, Illinois, serving children from about age two through five with morning and afternoon classes, daily enrichment options and annual summer camp weeks.
Glenview Methodist Pre-School is a community-run preschool serving Glenview and surrounding areas since 1965. The school offers year-round school programs for children approximately ages 2 through 5, with morning and afternoon class options, daily enrichment for older classes, and short summer camp sessions for students in the 3’s and 4’s.
The program is play-based and emphasizes social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The curriculum is modeled on The Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood and aligns with the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards; classroom activities include interest areas such as blocks, dramatic play, music and movement, art, sand and water, literacy centers, cooking, science, math manipulatives and outdoor play.
Classrooms are staffed by teachers and aides; the school is governed and operated by a parent Board of Directors, and parents are invited to participate through board service and volunteer roles. The school posts schedules, teacher-to-student ratios and tuition information on its programs pages.
Program for children who turn two before September 1 of the school year; offers one- and two-day class options and an optional Friday add-on.
Program for children who turn three before September 1 with three- and four-day class options; optional enrichment available each day from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Program for children who turn four before September 1 offering multiple schedules including a nature-focused option and extended-day options; enrichment available daily from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
A parent–tot class for 18–24 month olds that includes play, art, circle time, songs and activities led by an early childhood teacher and music specialist.
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Theme-based daily enrichment sessions for children enrolled in the 3’s and 4’s programs; sessions run in Fall, Winter and Spring and require a peanut/tree-nut-free packed lunch.
Short summer camp sessions offered for current 3’s and 4’s students, held at the school and at area parks.
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