Child Care

The Early Childhood Center

The Kishwaukee College Early Childhood Center provides high-quality early childhood care and education for young children and their families.

We believe that young children grow, learn, and develop in an environment where they feel safe, secure, and loved.  We believe that a child’s first school experience sets the stage for all later learning, therefore we strive to make your child’s experience with our school a positive one.

We are licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services and a member of Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C).

Who We Serve

We provide care for children between the ages of two and six.   Students attending our program are children of Kishwaukee College students & staff as well as community residents.  Families DO NOT have to be affiliated with Kishwaukee College to use our program.  (More than one-half of our families are “community” families.)  Part-time and full-time enrollment is offered to meet your family’s needs.

Our Staff

Our Teaching Team includes dedicated, professionally trained and experienced teachers who use their talents to provide interesting learning experiences in our classrooms and on our playground.  With a low child to adult ratio, we are able to provide individualized care and education for the children attending our school.  To remain knowledgeable of current approaches in early childhood education, our staff members participate in a minimum of fifteen hours of professional development each year.  All Head Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and the Director are certified in CPR and First Aid.

Learning Experiences

Our daily schedule consists of:  Child Choice Time at Interest Centers, Activity Times, Meal Times, Bathroom Breaks, Afternoon Rest Time, Group Times, and Outdoor Play. We provide both spontaneous and planned learning experiences that focus on the total development of each child—helping children to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
The Center is open when Kishwaukee College Classes are in session and selected additional days.

Nutrition

The Center provides Morning Snack, Lunch, and Afternoon Snack for children attending during these times.  We participate in the   U.S.D.A.’s Child Care and Adult Food Program and all foods served meet federal requirements.

Parent Communication

In addition to daily conversations, we publish monthly “Kish Notes” newsletters to keep parents informed with Center and classroom happenings.  We also offer Parent-Teacher Conferences each semester.

Enrollment Information

An Application for Enrollment can be obtained by contacting the Center’s Director.  We recommend that you request an Application at least one month before your desired start date.  Children typically begin enrollment at the start of our Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May), or Summer (May-August) semesters.  Children may, however, begin enrollment at other times as well to meet your childcare needs.

Requirements

All children attending KCECC must receive a physical examination by their family physician prior to attendance.  In addition, all immunizations must be up-to-date and a TB skin test, or physician waiver thereof, must be obtained.

Additional forms are provided to parents upon acceptance to the Center.

Why Choose Kishwaukee College Early Childhood Center

• Our Teaching Team is committed to meeting the educational and child care needs of your child and family.
• We provide a loving and nurturing environment.  Relationships are important to us! 
• Our doors are open to you!  Parents are invited to visit and participate anytime.  Parents are also welcome to observe using our Observation Booth.
• Our classrooms are well equipped, offering a variety of learning materials for your child’s enjoyment and learning.
• Parents working at or attending Kishwaukee College enjoy the comfort and convenience in having their children nearby.
• Children benefit from all Kishwaukee College has to offer including the opportunity to use the College’s Gym and take campus walks to the greenhouses, gardens, prairie, pond, and more.
• We hold an Open House prior to the beginning of each semester to help new families become familiar and comfortable with our Center.
• We weave the best of “preschool” and “childcare” together into one, educational and enjoyable early childhood setting.

Tuition information

Full Day -Five Days

• Five or more hours per day, 5 days per week. 
• $33.00/day—$165.00/week.

Full Day-One to Four Days

• Five or more hours per day, 1-4 days per week.
• $35.00/day.

Hourly

• less than five hours per day
• $6.60/hour.

Families receiving 4-C childcare financial assistance pay $4.00 per day Supplemental Payment.

$25.00 per family enrollment/reservation fee due upon acceptance.

Minimum weekly enrollment is two days per week.  Minimum daily enrollment is three consecutive hours.

Discount given to families enrolling more than one child.  Financial assistance is available for qualifying families.  Contact the Center for more information.

Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of Kishwaukee College not to tolerate sexual harassment in any form nor to discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, creed, religion, national origin, disability status, or sexual orientation in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.  Inquires regarding compliance may be directed to the Director of Human Resources and Business Office at (815) 825-2086.

Individuals requiring accommodations to access the Kishwaukee College Early Childhood  Center should contact the Center Director at (815)825-2086, Ext. 215 (Voice) or (815) 825-2457 (TTY).

Contact

For more information or to receive an application for enrollment, please call:
Steve Kimmel, Director
(815) 825-2086, Ext. 215
(815) 825-2457 (TTY)
FAX: (815) 825-2742