La Grange University Preschool is a program that is designed to meet the social academic, physical and creative needs of children ages 2 to 5 years. Using play-based learning, children will learn through social interactions with their peers as well as fun and exciting craft activities. With the goal of preparing children for Kindergarten, children will work with shapes, numbers, colors, and basic reading and writing skills.  

On this page, you will find information about the program, classroom information and 2026-2027 School Year Registration Information. 

Typical Class Activities

• Circle Time
• Music and Movement
• Arts and Crafts
• Book Corner
• Snack Time
• Sand and Water Table
• Art 
• Dramatic Play
• Playground Recess 
• Free Play in Class

If you have questions, contact our Director of Recreation, Kevin Miller at 708-588-2227 or kevinmiller@pdlg.org

Philosophy

La Grange U is a recreation program designed to meet the physical, social, intellectual, and creative needs of children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years. It is based on the premise that children learn through play. Play serves as a “child’s work”, a time when new discoveries and friendships are made. Through play, children learn to communicate with words, express feelings, explore, create, problem solve, make decisions, and much, much more. In addition to creative free play there will be a balance of teacher-directed group activities that focus on academics. Introduction and exposure to letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and other beginning concepts occurs. Our teaching staff creates and implements lesson plans based on Illinois Early Learning Standards.