Introduction to Preschool Program for 2010-2011 School Year — NEW

The center will be starting a half-day Introduction to Preschool program for special needs children who have behavioral and/or sensory challenges, social challenges (such as circle time, sharing, and following directions), or diagnosis of ASD/PDD.

Proposed start date is Fall 2010 - Limited Space Available - Maximum of 6 children per class. Interview to determine family priorities and concerns and a global assessment of child's developmental and academic readiness is required prior to admission to class.

Please contact us as soon as possible to reserve a space for your child.

The preschool will be designed to prepare the student for successful integration into his/her local preschool or elementary school system. Using multidisciplinary teaching strategies (including the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis or ABA), the preschool will strive to help students develop the skills necessary to be successful learners in typical elementary classroom settings.

Curriculum and Approach

Communication, pre-academic, social skills, play skills, and self-regulation are the main focus of the intensive training. The curriculum follows a developmental progression and is taught using a combination of discrete trials and natural learning opportunities in a structured group setting.

Intended for children with behavioral and/or sensory challenges or children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or PDD
Two-to-one student-to-teacher ratio
Instruction is based on the principles of ABA but also combines other strategies and disciplines (e.g., verbal behavior approach, sensory strategies; focus on transition and organization; light PECs)
Classroom training focuses on communications and social skills

Age group

Classes intended for children who are 3-4 years old. Younger or older children may be accepted on a per case basis.

Schedule

Fall/Winter/Spring 2010 Classes held daily (Monday-Friday) from 9:00am to 11:00am.

Registration deadline: July 1, 2009 is the deadline for enrollment for 2010-2011 year.

Classes begin: To be announced (Classes will start in September 2010 and will follow general CPS calendar/holidays).

Tuition + Costs

Pre-requisite for Admission

Global developmental assessment is required for each student prior to admission to the Introduction to Preschool class to assess for academic readiness.

Assessment Fee: $250

Nonrefundable application fee for first-time students: $125

Therapeutic Program: Introduction to Preschool
Two-hour classes 5 days per week (10 week session) Tuition: $4,500
Full year enrollment (3 quarters) @ 10% discount Tuition: $12,150

Contact us at 312-458-9865 for more information about curriculum, tuition, and class schedule, or to schedule your admissions interview.

Complete registration packet will be given to you during this interview. Space will be reserved upon receipt of completed registration form and check for nonrefundable fees.