Little Wildcats Preschool

Little Wildcats Preschool

2026–2027 School Year Information

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Program Overview

Welcome to Little Wildcats Preschool! We are excited to support your child’s early learning journey in a nurturing, engaging environment.

Little Wildcats is a high-quality early childhood program operated by West Northfield School District 31. Our blended program serves all learners, including students with disabilities, and focuses on building pre-academic, social-emotional, speech-language, and motor skills.

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Curriculum and Instruction

Our classrooms are led by licensed Early Childhood Teachers with certifications in general education, special education, and English as a Second Language. Students are supported by a team that may include teaching assistants, a speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, and a school psychologist.

We use The Creative Curriculum©, a research-based, play-based instructional model. Additional supports such as Jolly Phonics and Handwriting Without Tears are incorporated to strengthen early literacy and writing development.

Students engage in both teacher-directed and child-led activities across a variety of interest areas, including art, blocks, dramatic play, library, discovery, music and movement, and outdoor play.

Ongoing assessments are used to monitor progress and guide instruction, helping prepare students for a successful transition to kindergarten.

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Program Highlights

• Inclusive classrooms that support all learners
• Focus on school readiness and developmental growth
• Support for students with disabilities and multilingual learners
• Balance of structured instruction and play-based exploration

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Program Schedule

• AM Session: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
• PM Session: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
  Monday through Friday, following the District 31 school calendar

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Registration and Enrollment

Who Can Enroll

Little Wildcats Preschool is open to District 31 residents and, if space allows, neighboring families. Children are eligible to begin once they turn three years old.

Enrollment is ongoing and continues until classrooms are full.

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How to Get Started

Getting started is simple:

1. Contact the District Office
   Reach out to begin the registration process or ask any questions.
2. Submit Required Documents
   Provide proof of residency, your child’s birth certificate, and completed registration paperwork.
3. Complete Health Requirements
   Submit your child’s physical, immunization, dental, and vision forms.
4. Finalize Enrollment
   Once all documents are received and reviewed, your child will be officially enrolled.

We’re here to help every step of the way!

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Required Documents

Category A (Provide one document):

• Real estate tax bill or mortgage statement
• Signed lease (must remain current on file)
• Lease with proof of last two months’ rent payments
• Section 8 housing letter
• Military housing letter

Category B (Provide two documents):

• Utility bills (gas, electric, water/sewer)
• Phone or cable bill
• Vehicle registration or insurance
• Bank statement
• Public Aid or Medicaid documentation
• Credit card statement
• Paycheck stub
• City sticker receipt

Additional Required Document:

• Child’s birth certificate

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Health Requirements

To help ensure a healthy and safe start to preschool, all students must provide the following before their first day of Pre-K:

• A completed school physical examination
• Up-to-date immunization records
• A completed dental examination
• A completed vision examination

We understand that scheduling appointments and gathering forms can take time. Please plan ahead to have these documents completed before your child begins school. If you have any questions or need support, we’re happy to help!

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Tuition and Payment

• 2026–2027 Tuition: $4,250
• Payment may be made in full or through an approved payment plan

Preschool for All (PFA) grant funding may be available, subject to Illinois eligibility guidelines. Availability for the 2026–2027 school year is not yet confirmed.

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Contact Information

To begin the registration process or confirm placement, please contact:

Anabel Santiago
asantiago@district31.net
847-313-4414

We look forward to welcoming your child to Little Wildcats Preschool!