FAQs
Preschool Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the cost of your preschool program?
There is no cost to eligible families.
What days and times are Preschool For All classes in session?
Preschool For All strives to follow the calendar of the local school districts. A typical school day is from 8:15-3:15.
Can my child attend preschool half days?
Preschool For All is a full day program. Students learn best in this program by being at school every day for the entirety of each school day.
Does the preschool provide transportation?
Unfortunately, we do not provide transportation at this time.
What about before and after care?
We do not offer before and/or aftercare. One of our sites does have services in the building that may or may not be available to our students. We would be happy to connect you with a local childcare provider that may be able to assist you.
How do I know if my child is eligible?
Both Preschool For All and Home Visiting identifies eligible families based on screening results.
How do parents participate in the screening process?
Contact the Early Learning For All office at 309-740-2294 for information about screening dates, times, and locations.
Home Visiting Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the cost of home visiting?
There is no cost to eligible families.
How often will I receive visits?
Most families will receive two personally planned visits a month that last about one hour.
What are the home visits like?
The family educator assigned to your family will partner with you to support engaging parent activities at each visit. The family educator will also help meet goals you've set, as well as provide resources and information on your child's development.
When and where do visits take place?
Visits happen during the hours of 8:00-4:00, Monday through Friday. Your family educator works with you to find a time that works best for the family, typically in your home.
How do I know if my family is eligible?
Home visiting is for families who are expecting a new baby or have children under 3 who are not yet eligible to attend preschool. Families are identified based on screening results. There are a variety of ways that a family will qualify.
How do families participate in the screening process?
Families provide their child's birth certificate, a form or income or benefits (such as SNAP or medical card) and answer a few questions about their family and child. Contact the Early Learning For All office at 309-740-2294 to schedule a screening.