🌟 Precious Children Learning Center — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🏫 About Our Center

Q: What age groups do you serve?
A: We care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age students needing before- and after-school care.

Q: What are your hours of operation?
A: We’re open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM 

Q: Where are you located?
A: Hanover Park IL, 60133
We’re conveniently located near  with easy drop-off (Army Trail Rd and County Farm Rd) and pick-up access.

🧸 Enrollment & Registration

Q: How do I enroll my child?
A: You can begin enrollment by scheduling a tour or completing our online enrollment form. We’ll then provide you with the required registration packet, parent handbook, and orientation checklist.

Q: What documents do I need to register?
A:

• Child’s birth certificate

• Up-to-date physical and immunization record

• Emergency contacts

• Completed enrollment forms and fee payment

Q: Do you accept children with special needs or developmental delays?
A: Yes! Precious Children Learning Center welcomes all children. We work closely with families and specialists to create an inclusive environment and support individualized care plans.

💰 Tuition & Payment

Q: What is your tuition rate?
A: Tuition rates vary by age group, schedule, and program. Please contact our office for our current tuition schedule or to receive a personalized quote.

Q: Do you accept childcare assistance or subsidies?
A: Yes. We accept Illinois Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) through the Department of Human Services (DHS) and other approved subsidy programs.

Q: Is there a registration or supply fee?
A: Yes, a small annual registration fee and supply fee help cover materials, classroom resources, and events.

📚 Curriculum & Learning

Q: What curriculum do you use?
A: We use a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum focused on early literacy, math, social skills, and hands-on discovery. Our approach supports the whole child—socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.

Q: Do you offer preschool or pre-K readiness?
A: Absolutely! Our preschool and pre-K classrooms focus on school readiness skills, early writing, phonics, counting, and independent learning to prepare children for kindergarten.

Q: How do you track children’s progress?
A: Teachers complete ongoing observations and developmental assessments. We hold parent-teacher conferences once a year to discuss goals and milestones. (As Needed)

🍎 Meals, Safety, & Health

Q: Do you provide meals and snacks?
A: Yes! We serve nutritious, balanced meals and snacks each day following USDA guidelines.

Q: What are your health and safety policies?
A: We follow all DCFS and health department regulations. All staff are CPR/First Aid certified, and our facility uses secure entry, daily sanitization, and health checks at drop-off.

Q: What if my child becomes sick at school?
A: We will contact parents immediately if a child becomes ill. Children must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning to ensure everyone’s safety.

👩‍🏫 Teachers & Communication

Q: What qualifications do your teachers have?
A: Our teachers meet or exceed Illinois DCFS licensing requirements, with early childhood education training, background checks, and ongoing professional development.

Q: How do you communicate with parents?
A: We use classroom newsletters, digital communication apps (like kidkare) to keep families updated on meals, naps, and learning activities.

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🎉 Programs & Extra Activities

Q: Do you offer before- and after-school care?
A: Yes, we provide transportation to and from local schools and offer a safe, structured environment for homework help and enrichment.

Q: Do you host special events or field trips?
A: We love celebrating learning! Our children enjoy seasonal events, spirit weeks, family nights, and age-appropriate field trips.