Sticks And Stones Preschool is a DCFS-licensed, nature-focused, play-based multiage preschool in Westchester, Illinois that serves children aged 3–5 through morning, afternoon and full-day multiage options.
Sticks And Stones Preschool is a DCFS-licensed, nature-inspired preschool that operates a multiage early childhood program. Classrooms are described as spacious and light-filled, and the program emphasizes frequent outdoor time and exploration of the grounds.
The program is play-based with an emphasis on self-directed, open-ended, imaginative and sensory play. Mindfulness practices are used daily, and art and creative materials are central to classroom activities. The school prioritizes outdoor play in all weather and encourages risk-taking and physical activity as part of development.
Teaching staff include educators with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in education and related fields; staff are CPR and First Aid certified and pursue ongoing professional learning. The regular school year runs from early September through the end of May.
Part-time morning multiage preschool options for preschool-aged children, offered across multiple mornings per week.
Part-time afternoon multiage preschool options for preschool-aged children, offered across multiple afternoons per week.
Full-day multiage preschool options that extend the day into the early afternoon and combine several age groups in one classroom.
An extended day option offered to continue the school day with additional outdoor play, art, enrichment, mindfulness and story time; families provide lunch on extended days.
Morning outdoor summer camps held in June.
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