Where the School Day Continues

Our BASEC (Before & After School Extended Care) program provides a safe, engaging environment where school-age children can learn, play, and relax.

Before & After School Care Program

Safe, affordable, and enriching care for District 401 students before and after school.
At Picket Fence Learning Center, we know how valuable extended childcare is to working parents. We are excited to announce that we will be offering a high quality and affordable Before & After School Program for our District 401 students!

What BASEC Offers?

Supervised activities
Homework time
Nutritious Snack
Arts and crafts
Computers and games
Caring and friendly environment

Locations & Contact Information

Elmwood Elementary School

2319 N. 76th Ave.
Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Phone: (708) 583-6641
business hours only

Email: ElmwoodBASEC@PicketFenceLearningCenter.com

Program Administrator

Toni Chakchay

Phone: (708) 609-0339

John Mills Elementary School

2824 N. 76th Ave.
Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Phone: (708) 583-6289
business hours only

Email: JohnMillsBASEC@PicketFenceLearningCenter.com

BASEC Registration Form

Step 1 of 3 - Student & Family

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Student Information

Picket Fence BASEC at Elmwood Elementary and John Mills School

Parent / Guardian Information

Emergency Contacts

Persons to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.
Include home, work, and/or cell numbers as available.
Include home, work, and/or cell numbers as available.

Daily Hours

Before School:
7:00 a.m. to 8:35 a.m.

After School:
Mondays: 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday through Friday: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Summer Camp:
Before Care: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
After Care: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Weekly Tuition Rates

For updated information about our weekly tuition rates, please see the pricing chart in the following document

School Enrollment Requirements

School Year: Your child must be enrolled as a District 401 student before registering for BASEC.

Summer Camp: There is no residential rule, all children up to 8th grade are welcome. 

Please see the BASEC Family Handbook below for more information.

To learn more about District 401 student enrollment, please visit the district website.

Once completed, attach your forms below and submit your enrollment request. A BASEC supervisor will review your documents and reach out to you shortly.