(708) 343-5270 frontdesk@vpdpark.org

After School Care

Program Information

The Veterans Park District After School Care program is designed to create a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for school age children while taking time out for fun. Our program offers benefits that help strengthen schools, families and communities. Staff will plan the afternoon with activities that allow the children to socialize, relax, play games and sports, begin homework, engage in creative arts and form positive relationships with peers.

For more information please call  (708) 343-5270.

After School Care

Don’t Rush the Pickup—We’ve Got After School Covered

2026-2027 School Year Registration is in Progress

Grades: K-5 (full or afternoon kindergarten only)
Day: 2, 3, 4 or 5 day options
Time: After school-6 PM
Facility: Grant Park (Northlake)
School transportation available for:
District 83: Roy, Scott, Westdale
District 87: Whittier, Riley

Early Dismissal Care Available – Reservation required (pick up not available before noon, additional fee required).

Registration Fee: $60 (non-refundable)

Monthly Fees:
2 days: $136/month
3 days: $184/month
4 days: $232/month
5 days: $280/month
Early Dismissal Additional Fee: $30
Tuition due on the last service day of each month, one month
in advance.

For more information please call (708) 731-5290 or contact us via e-mail at gregstanczyk@vpdpark.org.

Requirements

Parents must complete a registration packet before a child is allowed to register. Packets are available at Grant Park and George A. Leoni Complex. You may also download a parent packet at vpdpark.org.
The following checklist is due at registration:

  • Completed Registration Packet
  • Child’s Birth Certificate
  • Current Physical and Medical required
  • Non-refundable $50 registration fee and first month’s tuition required at time of registration.

Additional Information

  • Minimum 5 children per school in order to provide transportation
  • Illinois Action for Children Accepted

Download VPD After School Care Packets below:

(PDF files)

Kids playing outside during after school program at VPD.
A group of kids sitting around a table, smiling and eating popcorn

Location

Grant Park Recreation Center
44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, IL 60164
Phone: (708) 343-5270

Registration Tip

Registration can be taken in person during registration hours at any one of our facilities: George A. Leoni Complex, Grant Park, Cimbalo Fitness Center or Gouin Pool.

Registration Locations

Grant Park

44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake
Phone: (708) 343-5270
Fax: (708) 492-1801

George A. Leoni Complex

800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park
Phone: (708) 716-4822

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