This Wildwood Nature Center program infuses traditional readiness learning and preschool activities with an emphasis on the natural world and daily outdoor discovery. The curriculum incorporates the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards.
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year begins on Monday, March 9, 2026.
General Information
Thursday, February 26, 2026Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley Street
Prospective families interested in learning more about the Park Ridge Park District's Traditional and Nature Preschool Programs are invited to attend our Open House, from 10:00am-11:00am (parents only) or 5:30pm-7:00pm (families welcome).
Looking for a more traditional preschool setting? Check out our Maine Park preschool program.
Nature Preschool is a separate, but complementary program to the Park Ridge Park District's traditional Preschool. If you have any questions about Nature Preschool, Nature PlaySchool, or Lunch Bunch, please contact:
Molly Kowalski, Supervisor
224-585-4861 or mkowalski@prparks.org
Maggie Martin, Assistant Supervisor
224-585-4862 or mmartin@prparks.org
Looking to have your child attend school from 9:00am-3:00pm? We have wonderful options to help build your child's day, including traditional play-based Preschool, Nature Preschool, and enrichment programs. All preschool programs are housed within the Maine Park campus. Our staff will take your child from class to class ensuring smooth transitions throughout the day.
2026-27 School Year Options
Program listings are currently unavailable while the database is updating, however registration is available at https://ilparkridgeweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/splash.html