Growing Place II in Dekalb, IL

Pre K Description

The Growing Place has three (3) locations serving approximately 250 children on a yearly basis and a waiting list of 35 to 40 children. Included in our programs are: full-day year round child care for children ages 6 weeks through five years; before and after school care at one area elementary school; and a summer camp for children ages five through ten. Fifty-two (52) teachers and staff are employed to operate these programs. Our teacher/staff ratio is excellent and exceeds minimal state requirements.
The Growing Place offers a professional program of preschool education for children ages six (6) weeks through five (5) years. Children may be enrolled on a full-time or part-time schedule. The programs are open to all families regardless of economic level, nationality, race or religion.
Goals:
Intellectual -
- Personal creativity
- A sense of curiosity
- Skills in communication
- Art and music skills
- Problem solving skills
- Cognitive skills through teacher-directed activities
Emotional and Social -
- Self-esteem
- A sense of security in an atmosphere of affection
- Respect for others
- Self control and self direction
- Social skills and function in group interaction
Physical -
- Safety habits
- Awareness of his/her body
- Large and small muscle control
- Awareness of proper nutrition
- Awareness of physical fitness

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Operating hours

Monday to Friday 6:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.