Preschool Screening

Preschool screening is a developmental check on children, done in a developmentally appropriate manner, to identify areas a child will need additional support to be successful and grow, or to confirm that the child developing at a pace that is healthy and appropriate for their age. In Illinois, Early Childhood Screening is mandated of all school districts under the "Child Find Law." This law indicates that all children under the age of 5 are eligible for a developmental screening, year round.

Information regarding preschool enrollment and eligibility:

Children eligible for preschool screening will turn 3 years old during the 2025-2026 school year.
Children who are 3-4 years old before September 1, 2025 will be prioritized for enrollment once they are 3 years old.
Children who turn 5 before September 1, 2025 are Kindergarten Eligible, and therefore no longer eligible for preschool enrollment.

For more information related to Preschool for All structure, curriculum, and/or funding please see the Early Learning Academy page or contact Sarah Kuhlemeier at (815) 599-1408.

Información sobre la inscripción y elegibilidad para preescolar:

Los niños elegibles para la evaluación de preescolar cumplirán 3 años durante el año escolar 2025-2026.
Los niños que tengan entre 3 y 4 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025 tendrán prioridad para la inscripción una vez que cumplan 3 años.
Los niños que cumplan 5 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025 son elegibles para Kindergarten y por lo tanto ya no son elegibles para la inscripción de preescolar.

Para más información sobre la estructura, el currículo y/o la financiación del programa Preschool for All, visite la página de Early Learning Academy o comuníquese con Sarah Kuhlemeier al (815) 599-1408.