EVENTS & FIELD TRIPS

At Elmhurst Prep, learning extends beyond the classroom. Our events bring the children, families, and community together through meaningful experiences and opportunities to discover something new!

FIELD TRIPS

Our field trips bring classroom learning to life. Children have the opportunity to explore their community, experience new environments, and make meaningful connections through hands-on learning.

Some of our favorites include:

LAKEVIEW NATURE CENTER

A group of children sitting on a wooden floor in front of a large screen, some raising their hands. One child is standing and gesturing towards the screen, where their shadows are projected as hands and floating shapes.

ELMHURST ART MUSEUM

A young boy in pajamas with black, white, and red sneakers sits in the driver's seat of a fire truck, smiling.
Two young girls standing outdoors next to a red fire truck, wearing firefighter helmets.
Sketch of fire hat.

FIRE STATION

GRAUE MILL

Children sitting on the floor in a classroom, reaching out to touch a large animal skull, possibly a skull of a prehistoric or large animal, held by an adult for educational purposes.

MORTON ARBORETUM

A woman and two young boys sitting in theater seats, smiling at the camera.
Smiling women and two young girls sitting in burgundy theater seats in an auditorium.
Sketch of paint brush.

McANICH ARTS CENTER

KID INVENTORS’ DAY

LEARNING BEYOND OUR WALLS

At Elmhurst Prep, learning doesn't stop at the classroom door. Field trips and special experiences encourage children to ask questions, explore their surroundings, and engage with the world around them.

Green background with the words 'Explore Connect Create' and illustrations of a puzzle piece and a shooting star.

SCHOOL EVENTS

Throughout the year, our children, families, and teachers come together for special events that inspire curiosity, strengthen connections, and create memories we’ll cherish for years to come.

HUB FAMILY NIGHT

FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

GRANDPARENT’S DAY

WILDER PARK TREE LIGHTING

A man and a young boy smiling and holding a cup, standing next to a decorated Christmas tree outdoors.
A group of five people, including children and adults, standing outdoors near a decorated Christmas tree in a park.
Family posing outdoors in fall with colorful trees in the background.
A woman and young girl decorating a Christmas tree outdoors in a park.
A smiling family of three standing outdoors in front of a Christmas tree.
A man kneeling on one knee next to a young boy at an outdoor pool area.
A family of four at an outdoor park during sunset, smiling and posing for the photo.
Two young children, a boy and a girl, standing against a stone wall, holding popsicles, smiling at the camera. The boy has short hair, is wearing a black sports jersey and shorts, and colorful Crocs. The girl has curly hair, is wearing a gray t-shirt
Three children playing on a splash pad, trying to break a green dinosaur toy with water, with others and adults in the background on a sunny day at a recreational area.
A woman and a young girl smiling and sitting together at a table during a meal in a restaurant or cafe. The table has a white disposable plate with remnants of pizza and salad. In the background, there are other people dining, a person standing near
Children gathered around a glowing lemon-shaped lamp, reaching out and touching it during a nighttime event.
A young girl is playing with red slime, lifting it with her hands and stretching it over her face, in a room with people in the background.
A group of children gathered around a table with a glowing, colorful light, in a dark room with purple and blue lighting, appears to be exploring or observing something on the table.
Children and adults gathering around a table with glow-in-the-dark party drinks under blacklight illumination.
Children and an adult are around a table with glow-in-the-dark slime and cups, in a room with ultraviolet lighting
Children wearing safety goggles and gloves working with a blue slime or liquid in a tray on a table, supervised by an adult, in a classroom or science lab setting.
A young boy wearing safety glasses, a white lab coat, sitting at a table, looking excitedly at a glass of water placed on a wooden stand.
A young girl standing in a small inflatable pool filled with water and bubbles, with a male adult helping her, in a classroom setting with educational posters and shelves in the background.
A young boy wearing goggles and a white lab coat is conducting a science experiment. He is holding a small container and smiling, with a tall glass filled with a blue mixture and a smaller container with a dark substance on a table.
A young child with curly hair washing a bubble-covered blue ball in a tray of soapy water, surrounded by other children at a table.
Kids jumping in graduation robes.

WE CAN’T FORGET OUR FAVORITE EVENT OF ALL…

GRADUATION!

We invite all families to gather and celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our graduating children as they complete their journey at Elmhurst Preparatory School of Early Learning.

This special day is filled with joy, memories, and a few happy tears. Families will enjoy a slideshow celebrating the children’s time at Elmhurst Prep, share a meal together, and watch as our graduates proudly perform and take part in their graduation ceremony. It is a beautiful opportunity to reflect on how much they have grown, celebrate all they have learned, and look ahead to the exciting adventures that await them.

A man and a woman smiling and talking in front of a balloon decoration with green, gold, and white balloons. The woman is holding a woven clutch and wearing a blue dress with cartoon characters, and the man is wearing a light-colored polo shirt and s
Three children standing indoors, two girls and one boy, with the boy in the foreground and the girls in the background. The girl in front has a yellow dress with pink and blue flower designs and a star wand. The girl behind her has a light yellow dre
Family and friends gathered around a table at a celebration, enjoying food and drinks in a bright room with large windows showing outdoor trees.
A group of people gathered around tables at a celebration or gathering in a bright, decorated room with large windows, cream-colored curtains, and a balloon arch.
A group of people, including children and adults, sitting around a table at a celebratory gathering or party. The table is decorated with a floral centerpiece and has plates of food, drinks, and party favors. In the background, other tables with gues
A young girl wearing a green graduation gown and cap, standing in front of a green balloon arch and a sticker display that spells out "GRAD" in glittery green letters.
A young girl in a green graduation cap and gown standing in front of a balloon arch made of green and black balloons, celebrating a graduation.
Two young boys wearing green graduation caps and gowns standing in front of a balloon arch at a graduation celebration indoors with wooden floors and a decorative window frame.
Smiling woman and young girl sitting at a table with dessert, in a well-lit restaurant or banquet hall with other guests in the background.
A group of people seated around a round table at a celebration, with a mix of children and adults, in a decorated indoor setting with chandeliers and a mirror on the wall.
A family of five celebrating a special occasion in a decorated room, sitting at a table with various desserts and floral arrangements, with candles and chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.
A group of family and friends gathered around a table inside a bright room with large windows, some of them standing and smiling at the camera, with flowers, food, and water bottles on the table.
People attending a celebration, with balloon columns on either side of a projection screen displaying children and outdoor scenes, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
Children performing or participating in a celebration or event with colorful paper flags, amid large balloon columns in green, white, and gold, with a chandelier hanging from the ceiling in a decorated room.
A girl in a black dress with yellow flowers wearing a green graduation cap and gown holding a certificate, standing on a stage decorated with green and gold balloons, with seated audience members and colorful balloons in the background.
Group of five people, including a child in a green graduation cap and gown, smiling and posing indoors with balloons and a decorative block sign that spells 'GRAD'.
A young girl wearing a green graduation cap and gown holding a bouquet of flowers, standing in front of a graduation arch made of green balloons and a decorative block column spelling "GRAD".
Group of five people, including a young girl in a graduation cap and gown holding flowers, a woman and three men, standing in front of a balloon arch and a decorated frame that spells out "GRAD." They are indoors with wooden floor and a window in the
A group of people attending an event, seated in white chairs along a wall. A young boy in a green jacket and graduation cap with a pink flower is in the foreground, smiling. Behind him, a man with a checked shirt and a woman are visible, with the wom
A group of people, including a young boy in a graduation gown and cap, standing inside a room decorated with green and black balloons.
A family celebrating a graduation indoors, standing in front of a balloon arch with green and black balloons. The graduate, wearing a green cap and gown, is holding a bouquet and a decorated cake. Two other children and two adults are smiling and pos
A woman with gray hair and a young girl sitting at a table during a celebration, with people, flowers, and large windows in the background.
Two children and two adults posing for a picture indoors, near a large window with a view of trees outside, at a celebration or event, decorated with flowers and balloons.
A young boy holding a toy car wrapped in tissue paper, smiling at the camera, standing on a wooden floor with an older man sitting at a table behind him.
A group of five people, including three children and two adults, gathered around a table during a celebration. The table has floral arrangements and party favors, indicating a festive occasion.
Children on stage at Elmhurst Preparatory School of Early Learning 2026 graduation ceremony, with a large screen displaying the school logo and event details.
Children performing on a stage at a graduation event inside a building with large windows, displaying banners for 2026 graduation at Elmhurst Prekindergarten School of Early Learning.
Children standing on a stage, some raising their hands, in a room with large windows and string lights hanging from the ceiling.
Children performing on stage, some holding stars and wands, with a microphone in front of them.
A woman is speaking at a podium with a microphone during a graduation ceremony, holding a bouquet of flowers. Four children in green caps and gowns are visible in the background, and the scene is set in a bright indoor space with large windows, a sig