Mulberry School offers a continuous learning model that nurtures the whole child. In preschool, our curriculum supports social, emotional, and pre-academic growth. By Kindergarten, children engage in cooperative learning through whole and small group activities.
Students explore multi-disciplinary, project-based experiences alongside focused academic skill-building. With activities like dramatic play, movement, and Readers Theater, learning is both creative and engaging. Guided by Illinois Learning Standards, our teachers design flexible, inspiring curriculum.
At every stage, children are encouraged to make choices that build independence, confidence, responsibility, and respect—emerging as capable, compassionate individuals.
Learning That Nurtures the Whole Child
We invite you to come explore, play, and learn at Mini-Meerkats. Our engaging learning experiences offer opportunities for your child to enhance their social and emotional skills, language development, physical abilities, and cognitive growth.
FRIDAYS 9:10-11:10a.m.
Two year olds and their parent or legal guardian.
MINI MEERKATS
Children who join Mulberry’s preschool classes benefit from a holistic approach focused on their growth and development. Learning through play and exploration, children engage in various opportunities that enhance their physical, emotional, academic, and social skills. They will have the chance to improve their reading and writing readiness, math and problem-solving abilities, scientific curiosity, and artistic exploration. Mulberry’s curriculum aligns with the Illinois Early Learning and Developmental Standards.
T,W,TH 8:50a.m. - 11:20a.m. | T,W,TH 12:20- 2:50p.m.
Fully potty trained | Turn 3 years old by Sept. 1st
HALF DAY PRESCHOOL
Students in Mulberry’s full-day preschool class benefit from our focus on the holistic growth and development of each child. Our teachers concentrate on four key areas: language, social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Individualized attention is essential for each child’s success.
Mulberry preschool students achieve developmentally appropriate goals through hands-on, child-centered activities in both small and large group settings. Our curriculum aligns with the Illinois State Board of Education Early Learning and Development Standards. Children also have the opportunity to experience a variety of specials, including music, art, drama, cooking, and Spanish, depending on parent participation. Our preschool teachers create a learning environment tailored to meet the needs of both individual children and the group as a whole.
T, W, TH 8:50a.m. - 2:50p.m. | Mon.-Thurs. 8:50a.m.-2:50p.m.
Mon.-Fri. 8:50a.m.-2:50p.m.
Fully potty trained | Turn 3 years old by Sept. 1st.
FULL DAY PRESCHOOL
Students who join Mulberry’s unique Junior Kindergarten program benefit from a two-year transitional experience leading to first grade. Junior Kindergarten students are exposed to Common Core skills daily without expectation of mastery. Junior Kindergarten students are integrated in the classroom with our Kindergarten students, allowing for valuable peer mentoring and modeling opportunities.
Typically, Junior Kindergarten students are older and ready to immerse themselves in a Kindergarten curriculum. They have the option to loop for a second year with our Kindergarten teacher.
Mon.-Fri. 9:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.
Turn 5 years old between Sept.1st and Dec. 1st | 5 year olds who could benefit from an extra year before Kindergarten
JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN
Students who join Mulberry’s whole-child led Kindergarten program benefit from a comprehensive approach to learning that emphasizes play-based learning. Built into Mulberry’s philosophy is a belief that children learn best when given opportunities to get outside and explore, to play and utilize their social skills, develop problem solving and work towards becoming an independent learner.
Our well-rounded curriculum includes Literary, Math, Science, Social Studies in addition to weekly Music, Art and Spanish classes. Throughout the year we may have additional classes, including yoga and library are offered based on parental and university intern support.
Mon.-Fri. 9:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. | Turn 5 years old by Sept. 1st
KINDERGARTEN
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