PreK at Elmhurst Premier Childcare
At Elmhurst Premier Childcare, our Pre-K program in Elmhurst, IL is intentionally designed to help children build the academic foundation, confidence, independence, communication skills, and social-emotional development needed for a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond.
Our boutique Pre-K classrooms provide structured, hands-on learning experiences that encourage children to think critically, problem solve, collaborate with peers, communicate confidently, and develop a lifelong love of learning through meaningful early childhood education.
Kindergarten Readiness & Confidence Building
Our Pre-K program focuses heavily on preparing children academically, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten success.
Children are encouraged to build:
• early literacy and language skills
• early math and critical thinking abilities
• confidence and independence
• communication and peer relationships
• classroom routines and transitions
• emotional regulation and cooperation
• problem-solving and decision-making skills
• self-help skills and responsibility
We believe kindergarten readiness is about far more than academics alone — it is about helping children become confident, emotionally secure, socially prepared learners ready for long-term success.
Hands-On STEAM Learning in Elmhurst, IL
At Elmhurst Premier Childcare, our Pre-K classrooms incorporate meaningful STEAM-focused learning experiences that encourage creativity, curiosity, exploration, communication, and hands-on discovery.
Children participate in:
• science and discovery activities
• literacy-rich learning experiences
• early math and critical thinking opportunities
• engineering and building activities
• art and creative expression
• music and movement
• dramatic play and storytelling
• collaborative problem-solving experiences
Our educators intentionally create calm, structured, low-chaos classroom environments where children feel safe, supported, engaged, and excited to learn each day.
Educated Teachers, Fresh Nutrition & Strong Parent Communication
At Elmhurst Premier Childcare, we believe children deserve knowledgeable educators who understand child development, emotional growth, classroom structure, and intentional early learning practices.
Our teachers are required to come to us with childcare experience along with either:
• a degree in early childhood education or a related field
OR
• a commitment to obtaining professional early childhood certification through a CDA or CCP credential program.
Families receive daily updates through our secure parent communication app, including:
• classroom activities
• meals and snacks
• photos and learning moments
• developmental updates
• important communication and reminders
Elmhurst Premier Childcare proudly partners with ChildEats to provide fresh-made breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks daily featuring:
• organic and all-natural ingredients
• farm-to-table inspired meals whenever possible
• fresh daily preparation
• balanced nutrition and healthy eating habits
• organic milk served daily
We believe strong communication, meaningful relationships, and proper nutrition all play an important role in children’s development, confidence, focus, and overall well-being.
Boutique Pre-K & Preschool in Elmhurst, IL
Elmhurst Premier Childcare provides a boutique Pre-K experience focused on educated teachers, structured classrooms, hands-on STEAM learning, kindergarten readiness, and meaningful early childhood education.
Our goal is to help every child feel:
• confident
• capable
• emotionally secure
• socially prepared
• independent
• and excited to learn.
We are proud to provide an intentional early childhood education experience where children feel safe, supported, challenged, inspired, and prepared for kindergarten and lifelong learning success.
