Registration, Fees & Important Information
- WHEN TO REGISTER: Current families begin on 1/7/27; New Families began on 2/2/27 at 9:00am.
- HOW TO REGISTER: You can register online or download a Preschool EFT Registration Form and email it to jmarcelo@barringtonparkdistrict.org.
- TUITION: tuition for all classrooms is charged monthly via auto payment on a credit card, starting 9/10/27 – 5/10/28. Tuition is based on the total number of school days/cost of the program and divided into 9 equal payments unless otherwise noted below.
- REGISTRATION FEE: a $65 non-refundable registration fee per child is due upon registration. Registration fees are charged per child, per class.
- CALENDAR: the Bright Beginnings follows the Barrington School District 220 calendar, starting in September and ending in mid-May. See dates in chart below. There is no class when District 220 is scheduled off.
- ELIGIBILITY: children must be the appropriate age for the program by 9/1/27 and be fully potty-trained, no pull-ups. The only exception is for the Mini and Intro to Preschool classes. For these classes, an adult must be available to return and change a diaper, as BPD staff are not permitted to do so.
Bright Beginnings 2027 – 2028 Class Schedule
Lunch Bunch
Drop-In Lunch Bunch runs from the end of class to 12:30pm.
This is perfect for parents who need an extended day or sporadically need care. Lunch Bunch offers an extra time for lunch and socialization to children enrolled in Bright Beginnings. Bright Beginnings is a peanut and tree nut free zone and children are required to bring their own lunch. (Min/Max: 4/16). Instructor: Bright Beginnings Teachers.
Fee: $12.00 per day for 3’s, Pre-K yellow and Explorers Enrichment
$6.00 per day for Pre-K Red
Extended Adventures
More time to play, explore, connect and grow!
Looking for a little more time for your child to enjoy the Bright Beginnings experience? Extended Adventures gives children the opportunity to continue their day in a fun, welcoming environment filled with play, exploration, creativity and friendship.
This optional experience provides additional opportunities for children to socialize with friends, build independence, explore new interests and enjoy engaging activities beyond their regular classroom schedule.
Each afternoon offers a relaxed balance of:
- Creative and hands-on activities
- Imaginative play
- Outdoor exploration and active play
- Games, stories and group experiences
- Opportunities to build friendships and social skills
- Child–led activities that encourage curiosity and independence
Our goal is to make the extended day feel like a natural and enjoyable continuation of your child’s Bright Beginnings experience – not simply additional time at school. With more time to play, more opportunities to make friends and more adventures to discover, Extended Adventures helps children make the most of their day at Bright Beginnings.
Bright Beginnings is a peanut and tree nut free zone and children are required to bring their own lunch.
Time: 12:30 – 2:00pm
Date: 9/7/27 – 5/18/28 following the Bright Beginnings Class Schedule
Fees: Sec.# 01: Mondays – $32/$36 monthly
Sec.# 02: Tuesdays – $36/$41 monthly
Sec.# 03: Wednesdays – $36/$41 monthly
Sec.# 04: Thursdays – $35/$40 monthly
Sec.# 05: Fridays – $30/$34 monthly
Daily Drop In Fee: Available upon request.
Register for Extended Adventure
