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Recent after school program reviews in Lake Zurich, IL

Children Of Glory

5.0

Ms Nasrin is very understanding and puts the child's best interest first and she tries to make the kids feel at ease and at home. She is good with little ones especially and drop offs have never been so easy. She is well experienced, very prompt at providing updates, sharing news about kids and we...

- Harish A.

Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

5.0

Awesome facility, staff great and extremely helpful. My child is thriving there. We are fairly new, been here a few months. 100% difference from our previous facility we were at. 5 stars from me!

- Ashley J.

THE GODDARD SCHOOL BUFFALO GROVE

5.0

A few months into the COVID-19 pandemic, we needed to find a new daycare center for our son, as our previous daycare permanently closed. We chose Goddard School of Buffalo Grove due to the clean, safe facility and the educational curriculum. Our son really thrived in the environment, so after our...

- Teresa S.

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

5.0

I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where she sticks to the rules so kids...

- Jackie B.

4-KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER, INC.

5.0

I have 2 kids attending and my oldest has been there for 3 years now. They have a lot of activities and things to engage with the kids. They are very good and we have great open communication with the teachers.

- Stephanie ..

After school programs in Lake Zurich, IL

The Learning Tree Childcare

The Learning Tree Childcare

735 Ela Rd, Lake Zurich, IL

Nationally accredited childcare for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten and before and after school care with an all day summer camp program for ages 2 and older.

Children Of Glory

Children Of Glory

330 N. Fiore Park Way, Vernon Hills, IL

5.0

(1)

New home day care just open in Vernon Hills area ! Transferred from Highland park , IL. Experience preschool teacher , have a bachelor in psychology , worked in Montessori school , tutor time , Bethany learning center and doing Volunteer teaching in school . I had a home day care in Highland Park...
5.0
"Ms Nasrin is very understanding and puts the child's best interest first and she tries to make the kids feel at ease and at home. She is good with little ones especially and drop offs have never been so easy. She is well experienced, very prompt at providing...

Harish A.


Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

20786 N. Quentin Road, KILDEER, IL

5.0

(2)

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
5.0
"We've had a really good experience so far. The staff is amazing, so helpful and accommodating. We love it here. It's our first experience at a Montessori school and they've been so welcoming."

Krissy B.


THE GODDARD SCHOOL BUFFALO GROVE

THE GODDARD SCHOOL BUFFALO GROVE

1050 BARCLAY BLVD, BUFFALO GROVE, IL

Starting at $2034/mo

5.0

(3)

5.0
"I rate Goddard 5 stars, spectacular! We enrolled our child (at the time age 3) in January 2022 and have been here for a little over a year. We are very happy and pleased with having chosen Goddard as we are a family that places high priority in investing in early...

Sonja A.


Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

26747 W. Apple Tree Lane, Barrington, IL

5.0

(2)

Apple Tree Preschool and Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility in Barrington, Illinois. My name is Diane Scardino, I have been providing licensed childcare for 25 years. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education and I am a member of local childcare associations. My assistant and I...
5.0
"Apple Tree Daycare is a wonderful home daycare facility. My daughter has been going to Ms. Diane and Ms. Anita since she was 4 months old. She absolutely loves them both, all of her friends and all of the fun activities she gets to do everyday. My daughter...

Mary J


A Plus After School Zone

A Plus After School Zone

1240 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL

1.0

(1)

We are one of the 3 A Plus Day School Facilities in Palatine. We Opened in 2011 in order to provide Palatine's families with quality after school care at a reasonable price. There is an abundance of activities that will appeal to school aged children. We also provide a suitable environment to...

Champions

Champions

Woodland Primary School 17368 W Gages Lake Rd, Gages Lake, IL

Since 1990, we've been meeting the needs of busy families by providing a fun and safe space where children can foster their love of learning and develop the skills necessary to succeed in school and life. Our proven full day preschool, and before- and after-school programs offer learning activities,...

Raechel's Child Care

Raechel's Child Care

18191 W. Big Oaks Road, Grayslake, IL

Warm, caring, family-like daycare provided in my home. I am located in Wildwood, IL, (unincorporated Grayslake) close to 120 and 45, in the Woodland School District (Gurnee 50) and the Wildwood Park District. Convenient to I94 for commuting families. I have been providing home daycare for over 20...

Guidepost Montessori at Schaumburg

Guidepost Montessori at Schaumburg

22 Kristin Drive, SHAUMBURG, IL

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...

NORTHBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL

NORTHBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL

135 SANDERS RD, NORTHBROOK, IL

Starting at $2280/mo

At our schools, we provide unique, supportive, and respectful environments that nurture the spirit of your child. With over 40 years of combined experience and dreams, we founded these schools to build peaceful learning communities for children and adults. The main objectives of our schools are to...

We are a child-based day care center in downtown Grayslake. We serve infants through school age and are known as being a "family." We follow the creative curriculum and use the Illinois Early Learning Standards as our basis for learning. We offer between 2 and 5days a week and offer both half...
5.0
"I have 2 kids attending and my oldest has been there for 3 years now. They have a lot of activities and things to engage with the kids. They are very good and we have great open communication with the teachers."

Stephanie ..


Corinne Home

391 East Jeffery Ave, Wheeling, IL

Loving, caring, fun environment for your children. I do all day and after school care. I have been doing this over 20 years and continue to love caring for and teaching children.

The Goddard School

461 W Townline Rd, Vernon Hills, IL

The Goddard School provides accredited child care services and learning programs designed to fulfill each child’s individual and age-appropriate needs. The company, located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, accepts infants to kindergarten children. They also offer after-school and enrichment programs for...

Flower Garden Day Care Center

2420 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL

The Flower Garden Day Care Center located at 2420 East Rand Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter...

Today's Child Learning Center

572 W Helen Rd, Palatine, IL

Established in 1996, Today's Child Learning Center provides child care and education in Palatine, Illinois. It serves children ages six weeks up to twelve years old. Its programs include Infant Class, Toddler Class, Two Year Old Class, Three Year Old Class, Four Year Old Class, and Preschool...

Academy Of Stars Inc.

22102 N Pepper Rd Ste 105, Barrington, IL

We offer quality care for infants 6 weeks up to age 12, after school. We have different preschool programs to choose from. We offer Summer Camp and extracurricular activities. Our Programs are designed to allow children an opportunity to develop their skills while having fun with a variety of...

Little University

1250 Radcliffe Rd Ste 121, Buffalo Grove, IL

Little University, located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a licensed child care center that offers a safe and warm environment where children can learn, explore, and develop to their fullest potential. The company offers a wide range of early education programs for children ages 2 to 5 years old....

Celebration Child Care Center

29700 N Saint Marys Rd, Libertyville, IL

Celebration Child Care Center located in Libertyville, IL is dedicated to providing the highest-quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through...

Care for Kids Learning Center

670 N Milwaukee Ave, Prospect Heights, IL

Care for Kids Learning Center located at 670 North Milwaukee Avenue, Prospect Heights, Illinois, offers childcare and learning services. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter...

A Mother's Touch - Arlington Heights

125 N Dryden Ave, Arlington Heights, IL

A Mother's Touch located in Arlington Heights, IL offers before and after-school care and aims to provide a high-quality learning experience. Their integrated curriculum and various educational activities focus not only for the children's physical development, but also for their intellectual,...

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