Business Details
2 Years
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Brightest Stars Preschool & Kindergarten Prep in Sugar Grove, IL
At Brightest Stars Preschool, we believe every child deserves a nurturing environment where individuality and personal attention drive learning. Founded in 2024 by Jorden Warner, a seasoned educator with over a decade of experience in childcare, our mission is to prepare children for kindergarten through a balanced approach of child-directed and teacher-led activities. Our small class sizes ensure each child receives tailored support, fostering confidence and independence. With weekly themes and multi-sensory teaching methods, we create engaging experiences that cater to diverse learning paces and styles. Our team of dedicated educators, including lead teachers and assistants, brings extensive expertise in early childhood development, ensuring a foundation for lifelong learning.Located in Sugar Grove, Illinois, we pride ourselves on building strong connections with families and maintaining a warm, inclusive community. Our structured yet flexible programs, including summer sessions and kindergarten prep, are designed to meet the needs of modern families while adhering to strict safety and educational standards. By combining structured curricula with creative exploration, we help children develop essential social, emotional, and academic skills. Our commitment to transparency, clear communication, and family involvement makes us a trusted choice for early education. Join us in providing your child with a joyful, enriching start to their educational journey.
Services
Early Preschool
Preschool & K-Prep
Kindergarten Prep
Summer Programs
Parent Engagement Activities
Details
- Year established: 2024
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes for personalized attention and tailored learning.
- Our team includes educators with over 10 years of early childhood development experience.
- Weekly themed activities combine structured learning with creative exploration and sensory engagement.
- Kindergarten prep program focuses on early reading, writing, and self-help skills.
- Flexible enrollment options across three sessions: fall/winter, winter/spring, and summer.
What people say
Loves school
Great staff
Prepared for kindergarten
Excited to go
Excelling academically
Services
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool program for ages 2-3 focuses on language development, social skills, and sensory exploration through bi-weekly themes. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention, helping children build confidence and independence while preparing for future educational settings. Activities include structured learning rotations and creative play.
Preschool & K-Prep
Designed for ages 3-5, this program combines weekly themes with iPad activities, math games, and journal writing to develop early literacy and social-emotional skills. Afternoon sessions emphasize reading, writing, and self-help skills, providing enrichment that strengthens kindergarten readiness through hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning.
Summer Programs
Summer programs offer continued learning and socialization through themed activities and kindergarten prep exercises. These sessions maintain small class sizes and individualized instruction, ensuring children stay engaged and continue developing critical skills during school breaks while enjoying interactive, play-based learning experiences.
Parent Engagement
We encourage family participation through classroom visits, special events, and open communication. Parents can observe classes, join themed activities, and stay informed via the KT CONNECT app, fostering strong home-school connections that support children's learning and emotional well-being through collaborative engagement.
Flexible Enrollment
Families choose from three annual sessions (fall/winter, winter/spring, summer) with customizable weekly schedules. This system accommodates varying needs while maintaining structured programming, allowing children to participate consistently or seasonally based on family preferences and availability.
People
Jorden Warner
Owner/Director
Jorden Warner has over 10 years of childcare experience, holding a bachelor's degree in Child Development from Northern Illinois University. She founded Brightest Stars Preschool to create a nurturing environment that prepares children for kindergarten while emphasizing individualized learning and family engagement.
Tom Warner
Co-Owner
Tom Warner supports Jorden as co-owner while working full-time at UPS. He helps manage behind-the-scenes operations, ensuring the preschool maintains its high standards of care and educational quality through administrative and logistical support.
Ariane
Lead Teacher
Ariane brings 20 years of early childhood education experience to her role as Lead Teacher. With a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, she specializes in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster creativity and academic growth through structured yet flexible classroom activities.
Julia
Teacher Assistant
Julia supports classroom operations as a Teacher Assistant, leveraging her preschool experience to enhance student engagement. She contributes to maintaining a warm, inclusive environment that prioritizes individual attention and collaborative learning through hands-on activities and personalized support.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 2-5 through our Early Preschool, Preschool, and Kindergarten Prep programs.
Are part-time schedules available?
Yes, families can choose flexible enrollment options across sessions with customizable weekly schedules.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our curriculum focuses on early literacy, math skills, and social-emotional development through themed activities and structured learning.
Can parents observe classes?
Yes, we encourage family involvement - parents can observe classes or participate in special events.
What safety measures are in place?
We require adult sign-in/sign-out, maintain small class sizes, and enforce strict pickup procedures with late fees.
How do you communicate with families?
We use the KT CONNECT app for updates and communication, ensuring parents stay informed about their child's progress.
