We are here for you
Are you a parent/grandparent of a child 5 and under? We are here for you. Please feel free to call or email us any time using the contact information above! We may not be in the office but we are here for YOU!
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Mission
The Glenbard Early Childhood Collaborative* is a group of community-based partners who work with families and young children to develop and support an environment where all are safe, happy, healthy, and eager to learn.
* The Glenbard Community includes Glendale Heights, Glen Ellyn, Lombard, and parts of Addison, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream and Wheaton.
Resources
Birth to 5 IL Region 19 (DuPage)
Fussy Baby Network – FREE support to parents with young children
Glenbard Parents as Teachers Intake Form
DuPage Early Childhood Services
DuPage Mental & Behavioral Health Service: Guide for Families
DuPage Early Childhood Collaboration: Resources for Families
Newsletters
Upcoming Events:
October 5, 2026-Growing Brain Play and Learn family play group, at the Glenside Public Library 10:00-11:00am
Build Your Child’s Brain Through Play
🧠✨ Build Your Child’s Brain Through Play! ✨🧠
A Fun & Interactive 3-Week Playgroup Series for Families with Young Children Ages 0-5
Did you know your child’s brain is growing faster right now than at any other time in life?
Join us for a playful, hands-on series inspired by Zero to Three Growing Brain to learn how everyday moments build powerful thinking skills.
October 7, 2026– Glendale Heights Safety Fair- the annual Family Health & Safety Fair takes place on Wednesday, October 7 from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Sports Hub. This is a fantastic FREE event that connects residents with local organizations offering giveaways, educational resources and services to help keep you and your family healthy and safe. Additional information can be found below or on the Family Health & Safety Fair Flyer (PDF).
October 14, 2026– FREE Developmental Screenings with Glenbard ECC. Screenings are for children ages 2 months to 5 years. Screening is hosted at the Glenside Public Library from 9:30am-12:30pm. Register ahead of time HERE.
October 18, 2026– Let’s Play! Fall Fest presented by CCSD 93 and Glenbard Early Childhood Collaborative. Sunday, October 18, 2026 10am-12pm at Heritage Lakes School 925 Woodhill Drive, Carol Stream. Trunk or Treat, Photo Booth, Face Painting, Play Stations, Music, Community Resources.
October 19, 2026– Kindergarten Readiness playgroup for families of children ages 3-K. Group is hosted at the Glen Ellyn Public Library from 1:00pm-2:30pm.
Connect with our local schools:
- Marquardt D15
- Queen Bee District 16 Early Childhood Center
- Glen Ellyn 41 Preschool Program
- Lombard D44 John Schroder Early Childhood Center
- CCSD 89 Preschool and Developmental Screenings
- CCSD 93 Early Childhood Center
Connect with Home Visiting Programs:
How can I help?
Glenbard ECC offers free ASQs for all families because we know early screening is so important. Would you consider donating to help us continue offering screenings for free to all?
Updates
Join other parents and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s parents and youth
The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. Be sure to look for the special GPS-Early Childhood Click on the button below to see the lineup of speakers. See: https://www.glenbardgps.org/
