St. Mark Preschool and Enrichment Center is a play-based preschool and daycare in Mt. Prospect serving children approximately ages 3–6. The program offers full-day, half-day and morning-only preschool options, a kindergarten enrichment program with STEAM instruction, and summer camp options.
St. Mark Preschool and Enrichment Center provides early childhood programs for children in the preschool and kindergarten age range. Programs include full-day and half-day preschool, morning-only preschool, a half-day kindergarten enrichment option, and summer camps. The program operates in a Christian environment and is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
The curriculum is play-based and inquiry-driven, with an emphasis on hands-on learning in art, science and technology. Classroom work uses thematic units that combine child-led and teacher-directed activities to support social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
Typical daily elements include classroom time, snack, group and small-group activities, large-motor play (indoor or outdoor), music and movement. Meals and snacks are provided as part of some schedules and the facility is maintained as a nut-free environment.
Full-day preschool for Threes and Fours that combines classroom preschool activities with extended care; tuition includes snacks and lunch.
Extended morning preschool that includes classroom activities and provided snacks and lunch.
A morning-only preschool class focused on play-based learning and group activities.
A kindergarten enrichment program that adds STEAM instruction, lunch and snack and can include before- and/or after-school care; connects to local school bus service for kindergarten students.
A full-day summer camp program with learning and care activities for younger children during summer weeks.
Weekly morning recreational camps offered during the summer for a range of preschool and early elementary ages.
Weekly, hands-on STEAM camps for older preschoolers and early kindergartners focusing on inquiry-based exploration.
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