Chicago Early Learning

Chicago Early Learning High-quality early childhood education for all Chicago's children up to age five. Apply year-round!🎒

08/28/2026

🍎From filling out applications to navigating that very first drop-off, you did it, parents and caregivers! We know today comes with big emotions (and maybe a few tears), but we see your dedication and celebrate this huge milestone right along with you.

🌟Thank you for trusting Chicago Early Learning programs with your child’s next big adventure. Here’s to an amazing school year filled with discovery, new friendships, and endless growth!

💙We are also grateful that Chicago Mayor's Office stopped by DuBois Elementary School to celebrate this important day with us! Thank you for your continued dedication to early learning.

Smile if it’s your first day of school 😁 🎉We stopped by some of our amazing early learning programs to capture special f...
08/27/2026

Smile if it’s your first day of school 😁 🎉
We stopped by some of our amazing early learning programs to capture special first-day-of-school moments. We hope all preschool families had a great first day on Tuesday!

Swipe for an adorable surprise at the end 👉

Programs featured:
DuBois Elementary School
Chase Elementary School

08/24/2026

Is tomorrow your first drop-off? We asked parents to share their best advice for navigating that big first Pre-K drop-off.✨

What’s your go-to advice for new school parents? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

08/20/2026

With Pre-K starting citywide on 8/25, we’re happy to highlight another early education program. Located in Chicago’s vibrant North Lawndale community,
Charles Evans Hughes Elementary brings innovative early learning to life through creativity, curiosity, and play.

✏️ From building literacy and math skills in a warm, loving Pre-K environment to embracing the diverse cultures and lived experiences of every student, Hughes prepares children for a globalized world.

🤝 Plus, strong family involvement and strong community partnerships, like after-school programming with the Franklin Park District, ensure every child and family is supported every step of the way!

Hughes still has limited availability for interested families, and you can apply online and explore high-quality programs like Hughes at https://www.cps.edu/ChicagoEarlyLearning/.

Chicago Park District

08/18/2026

What an amazing day! 🥳Thank you to all the families who came out and celebrated with us at the Bud Billiken Parade! We’re so grateful for this amazing community! ✨

Chicago Department of Family and Support Services Chicago Public Schools

🎒✨ Get ready for the start of the school year with these 4 upcoming free back-to-school events! At these events, you can...
08/13/2026

🎒✨ Get ready for the start of the school year with these 4 upcoming free back-to-school events! At these events, you can find free school supplies, backpacks, games, resources, and family fun.

Chicago Youth Programs
Jose de Diego Community Academy - est. 2020
Enlace Chicago
Chicago Park District

🎒We’re so excited to welcome new and returning families to the start of a new Pre-K year! As a reminder, CPS K–12 classe...
08/11/2026

🎒We’re so excited to welcome new and returning families to the start of a new Pre-K year! As a reminder, CPS K–12 classes begin Monday, August 24, Pre-K programs start the next day, Tuesday, August 25.

🤰You don't have to go through pregnancy alone. Did you know that Chicago’s Community-Based Early Learning programs offer...
08/06/2026

🤰You don't have to go through pregnancy alone. Did you know that Chicago’s Community-Based Early Learning programs offer Doula Services at NO COST to expecting mothers?

Why Chicago parents love our Doulas:
✅ Personalized Support: Paired with you in your last trimester to build a real relationship.
✅ Doctor’s Appointments: They go with you so you never have to navigate a visit alone.
✅ Healthy Outcomes: Higher birth success rates and personalized guidance through the pregnancy process.
✅ New Parent Support: They stay by your side in the weeks after birth to help you adjust.

🔗 Learn more about the program here: https://www.cps.edu/ChicagoEarlyLearning/community-based-organizations/

You know your child best. ✨ If you suspect your child may need additional special education services, don't wait! The fi...
08/03/2026

You know your child best. ✨ If you suspect your child may need additional special education services, don't wait! The first step is a developmental screening to see if an evaluation is the next right move.

From speech and physical therapy to specialized classroom instruction, Chicago offers robust support systems for both CPS and Community-Based programs.

If you are part of a CPS Pre-K program IEP, visit: https://www.cps.edu/services-and-supports/special-education/services-and-programs/early-childhood/.

If you are part of a Community-Based Program locate and contact a DHS Office or Service Provider here: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?module=12&officetype=4.

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