Before and After School Care

Registration deadline for Kids' Place (Before & After School) & Kindergarten Kids' Place for the week of September 26th is Monday September 19th at 11:59pm.  There are no exceptions to the deadline policy.  Cancellations and changes must be completed prior to the registration deadline.

Overview

Kids’ Place is a cooperative before- and after-school care program between the Bloomingdale Park District and School District #13 (DuJardin Elementary & Erickson Elementary), and School District #15 (Winnebago Elementary). It is for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Kids' Place for District 13 is conducted at DuJardin & Erickson, while Kids' Place for District 15 is conducted only at Winnebago Elementary.

All COVID-related mandates required by schools (if necessary) will be required for Kids’ Place (masks, social distancing, health screening, etc.). This may change as guidance changes throughout the year. Changes/updates will be communicated via email through ePACT.

Highlights

• Kids’ Place works cooperatively with school and park district extra-curricular activities.
• Homework/quiet time provided daily at PM Care.
• Staff assistance with homework.
• Group and individual activities include indoor and outdoor activities, arts, crafts, and active sports and games designed to educate and entertain.
• Activities will be adjusted to meet COVID requirements.
• Transportation provided for kindergartners to/from District 13 schools to the Johnston Recreation Center.
  
• Attendance days are flexible. Select days online or in person after initial registration for convenient scheduling.
• Days off of school activities are available when school is not in session (additional fee required).

Quick Tips for Successful Registration

• Initial Kids Place registration may take place in person at the Johnston Recreation Center or online.
• Pay the one-time, non-refundable $25 registration fee.
• Complete required forms.
  
• You will receive instructions regarding our participant emergency information collection software, ePACT.
• Registration must be completed by 11:59pm on the Monday the week prior to attending. There are no exceptions. 
• If your child requires special assistance, at least two weeks advance notice is required.

Fees per day
Kids' Place Before & After School
District 13 AM (7-8:40AM) - $9.75/day
District 13 PM (3:30-6PM) - $13.75/day
District 15 AM (7-8:55AM) - $11/day
District 15 PM (M, 3-6PM) - $16.50/day
District 15 PM (Tu-F, 3:45-6PM) - $12.50/day
Kindergarten Kids' Place
District 13 KDG Early AM Half Day (7AM-12:30PM) - $28.75/day
District 13 KDG AM Half Day (8:30AM-12:30PM) - $22/day
District 13 KDG PM Half Day (12-4PM) - $22/day
District 13 KDG Late PM (12-6PM) - $33/day