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Early Childhood (Preschool)

Thank you for your interest in the Early Childhood Program at Oswego Community Unit School District 308. We are proud to offer high-quality educational experiences that nurture the emotional, physical, social, and developmental growth of our youngest learners. Our program is grounded in the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards, preparing children for lifelong learning and academic success. Each year, we serve more than 600 early childhood students across the district.
 

Programs

 
Children may become eligible for our Early Childhood Program through one of the following programs:
 
  • Preschool for All (PFA) - The Preschool for All (PFA) program provides free, high-quality early childhood education to children ages 3-5 who are at risk of academic challenges, helping prepare them for success in kindergarten and beyond.

  • Special Education Services - The Special Education Services support children 3-5 years of age who have an identified special education eligibility and who have an IEP that requires a more intense level of programming are enrolled as early childhood special education students.

  • Tuition-Based Preschool - Our Tuition-Based Preschool Program offers a high-quality early learning experience for children ages 3 to 5 in a play-based, nurturing environment led by certified teachers.

Programs are held at the Brokaw Early Learning Center and at select elementary schools throughout the district.
 

Curriculum and Instruction

 
Our classrooms use the Creative Curriculum, a research-based, play-centered program designed for preschool-aged children. Certified teachers provide a balance of direct instruction and child-led inquiry through play-based learning. Each day includes at least one hour of exploration through play areas. Instruction is personalized based on individual student interests and developmental progress.
 
Program Schedule
 
Our preschool classes follow a half-day schedule, Monday - Friday:
 
  • Morning Session: 8:00 am – 10:30 am

  • Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:15 pm

Preschool students follow the district calendar, except on shortened attendance days when preschool is not in session.
 

How to Get Started

 
To begin the eligibility process for any of the SD 308 Early Childhood Programs, please complete the Initial Request for Preschool Screening Form. You can access that form here. Once submitted, we will verify your child’s date of birth and address. After verification, you will receive a link to schedule a screening appointment.
 
Please note: Screening appointments fill quickly and are scheduled in the order in which requests are received.
 
Questions? Please contact Cristina Strukl at cstrukl@sd308.org or call (630) 551-9613
Cristina follows the school calendar and is unavailable during summer break.