EduCare Learning Center - Summer Camp Program for ages 2-3 in Joliet, Crest Hill and Plainfield area

Summer Camp a world of discovery awaits

About our Summer Camp Program

Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your little ones? EduCare is the perfect place for preschoolers to laugh, learn, and explore in a safe and nurturing environment! At EduCare, your child will make new friends, explore their interests, and create lifelong memories—all while parents can enjoy peace of mind knowing they’re in caring hands

What Makes Our Program Special?

Play & Growth

Hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and imaginative games help kids develop skills while having a blast.

Creative Activities

Every day, different activities are planned around a daily theme. Make-it Monday, Terrific Tuesday, Outdoor Day Wednesday, Think It Out Thursday, and Fun Friday.

Outdoor Exploration

Every Wednesday we explore and utilize the full layout of our outdoor facility. Children are offered time in our large athletic yard to choose from planned activities & games, our small yard where sprinklers and water tables are set up, as well as our 2 playgrounds where our mud kitchens are located.

Skill Building

Activities designed to foster independence, teamwork, and early learning.

Curriculum Summary

We believe that summer is the perfect time for children to explore, grow, and make lifelong memories. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to provide both fun and foundational learning opportunities that will benefit your child for years to come.

Curriculum Highlights

Make-It Monday

A day dedicated to creativity and exploration! Children will create a craft inspired by the weekly theme and enjoy hands-on fun as they prepare their own afternoon snack.

Terrific Tuesday

A day centered on outdoor fun and teamwork! The children will take part in engaging group activities, such as creating exploding chalk art or learning a new game to play together.

Outdoor Day Wednesday

A full day of outdoor excitement! Children will rotate through three main outdoor spaces. In the large athletic field, they can choose between two engaging activities planned by our summer camp staff. In the small water yard, kids will enjoy splashing in the sprinklers and exploring the sensory tables. On the two playgrounds, children can play in various areas and unleash their creativity in our mud kitchen.

Think It Out Thursday

A day dedicated to exciting STEM activities, focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math to spark curiosity and critical thinking in young minds.

Fun Friday

A day filled with exciting and engaging activities! Children might wear their favorite color or bring in a special item to share with their friends during show-and-share, making each Friday a unique celebration of fun and creativity

Nutrition

We offer homemade nutritional meals, made in our on-site kitchen. Breakfast, lunch, and snack are served daily. Learn more

Communication

Electronic daily sheets are emailed to parents when they check their child out at the end of the day.

Our Teachers

Stephanie Collom

Owner Director

JoAnne Dryer

Pre-K Teacher

Wendy Glenn

Pre-K Teacher

Hailey Erhardt

PreSchool Teacher

Shannon Matej

Early Preschool Teacher

Flexibility to Meet Your Schedule

With multiple daily schedules, and four different programs to choose from, EduCare is able to meet your busy schedule needs.

Choose How Many Days

Two days	Tuesday and Thursday	M T W Th F
Three days	Monday, Wednesday, and Friday	M T W Th F
Full week	Monday through Friday	M T W Th F

Choose A Program That Works For You

School Day	Ideal for families who are wanting social, emotional, & academic growth without full-day care.	9:15a-11:45a
School Day Plus	Offers all the above with the addition of : nutritious lunch quiet rest time snack 2nd outdoor time	9:15a-2:45p
Extended Day	Offers before and after care to the School Day Plus program for families who need full-day care.	8:00a-4:00p
Extended Day Plus	Offers up to an additional 1.5 hours of care to the Extended Day program for families who need it.	7:30a-5:00p

Schedule a tour

age group	2-6 yrs
enrolled	56 max
Schedule
2 days	M T W Th F
3 days	M T W Th F
5 days	M T W Th F
Programs
School Day	9:15a-11:15p
School Day Plus	9:15a-2:45p
Extended Day	8:00a-4:00p
Extended Day Plus	7:30a-5:00p

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