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Recent child care center reviews in Elmwood Park, IL

Chicago Children's House

5.0

We love CCH! Both of our boys have been there since they were infants with our oldest now in the pre-K room. The staff are wonderful and caring. I can drop off the boys without any worries knowing that they are going to have a fun-filled day full of learning, play, art, and love. CCH has been...

- Catherine C.

Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

5.0

I am so happy that I chose this school for my 3 year old son!! The owner Ms. Nina is so friendly and I was able to tour the school before it opened. The staff made me and my son feel so welcome. Even on his first day he didn’t cry lol I think he was ACTUALLY happy to go to school. I love the one on...

- Care member

Take A Break Playcare

5.0

Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we call and check in on him.

- Jonathan M.

Little Bird Child Care

5.0

Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday and they love love all the wonderful...

- Gladys M.

Coddled Care

5.0

We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier with your wonderful beginnings in his life. Thank you to all of your special employees.

- Beth H

Child care centers in Elmwood Park, IL

Kiddie Korner Academy

Kiddie Korner Academy

7730 W. North Aveue, Elmwood Park, IL

We are a childcare center located in Elmwood Park, Illinois. We serve children ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age! We provide the children with developmentally appropriate lessons and materials. At Kiddie Korner Academy we believe in stimulating the children's growth and development by allowing them...

Pickett Fence Day Care & Learning Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Elmwood Park, Illinois, for kids from fifteen months to twelve years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the...

Chicago Children's House

Chicago Children's House

233 W. Huron, Chicago, IL

3.0

(2)

At Chicago Children's House child care's we believe that all children have an innate curiosity to learn. We believe that by offering well-rounded experiences and opportunities to learn and explore, children thrive. We are committed to providing excellent customer service within a childcare setting...
5.0
"We love CCH! Both of our boys have been there since they were infants with our oldest now in the pre-K room. The staff are wonderful and caring. I can drop off the boys without any worries knowing that they are going to have a fun-filled day full of learning, play,...

Catherine C.


Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

5010 North Sheridan Rd., CHICAGO, IL

5.0

(3)

Cuppycakes is a preschool for 2-6 year olds that serves Uptown, Andersonville and surrounding areas. Our center is built on the idea of inclusion, representation, and celebration of diversity. We are a smaller center with a home daycare vibe. Each child will receive individual and small group...
5.0
"My 3 year old son loves his teacher & is super excited everyday to go. He talks about cuppycakes even on the weekend. Also cuppycakes keeps you updated throughout your child's day. "

Care member


Take A Break Playcare

Take A Break Playcare

2855 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Take A Break Playcare offers on demand babysitting in a playroom. Parents drop off children for staff supervised play. We accept children ages 3 months - 13 years. We do not accept any sick children. We are not a daycare facility. At a basic level, we offer babysitting in a storefront playroom....
5.0
"Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we...

Jonathan M.


Little Bird Child Care

Little Bird Child Care

3854 Birchwood Avenue, Skokie, IL

5.0

(6)

Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching for a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Little Birds Child Care is the place where your child gets one on one attention. You will receive daily...
5.0
"Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday...

Gladys M.


Coddled Care

Coddled Care

2335 W. Foster Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Organic childcare for infants and toddlers ages 3 months - 3 years.
5.0
"We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier with your wonderful beginnings in his life. Thank you to all of your special employees."

Beth H


North Shore Home Daycare

North Shore Home Daycare

7817 Kenneth Ave, Skokie, IL

3.7

(3)

Hello there, I have a spacious home daycare located in Skokie, IL. I have flexible hours and very competitive rates. At North Shore Home Daycare, your child will be nurtured with care, participate in age appropriate educational activities, creative arts and crafts, enjoy indoor/outdoor play time...
5.0
"We initially brought our son here with the idea that it would be for a month. It has now been 13 months! Our son receives affectionate and vigilant care. The days are flexible and if we need an extra day or two during the week, she is very accommodating."

Nichole S.


PLAYCATION LLC

PLAYCATION LLC

1367 W CHICAGO AVE, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

We offer pay-by-the-hour Playcare for children ages 1-10. Currently, Hourly Playcare can be booked as far as 60 days out or scheduled same day, just 2 hours in advance. So you have the option to plan ahead or book for your last minute needs. Whether your regular provider isn't available, or...
5.0
"My kids always come here and have a blast! We've been here several times and it's always a great experience. I actually can't get my kids to leave when it's time to go. Great prices and very friendly staff."

Symone H.


Jolly Fun House Playschools

Jolly Fun House Playschools

7559 W. Addison Street, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Our NATIONALLY ACCREDITED private school is located at 7559 West Addison Street in Chicago. The philosophy of the program is a child's learning environment must be creative, warm and stimulating. Our approach to early childhood and elementary education is to give your child more knowledge of his or...
5.0
"Our 2 year old loves going to Jolly Fun House. She has learned so much in the short amount of time she's been there. The teachers, kitchen and office staff are also great with our child and they are like a big family. I would highly recommend them!"

Bridget D


HAR ZION EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

HAR ZION EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

1040 N HARLEM AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL

At Har Zion Early Childhood Center, we believe that children thrive when families partner with professional educators to create a lifelong love of learning through exploration, creativity, collaboration, and Jewish tradition.

Joyful Noise Christian DayCare

Joyful Noise Christian DayCare

4243 West North Ave, CHICAGO, IL

At Joyful Noise Christian Daycare Center, we understand that choosing the center that is right for your child is a significant decision. For this reason, we are here to provide a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for your child with a dedicated team of experienced educators who are...

State of Illinois Child Development Center

State of Illinois Child Development Center

160 N La Salle Street, CHICAGO, IL

At State of Illinois Child Development Center, we offer a wide range of care to meet the unique needs of every child. With our experienced and passionate team, you can trust that your child will receive the highest quality care and attention.

Sunshine Scholars

Sunshine Scholars

6928 16TH ST, BERWYN, IL

Starting at $1300/mo

Welcome to our child care facility servicing children between the ages of 6 weeks to 5 years old. We have an infant room, toddler room, 2's/3's room and a 4-5 year old classroom. We are open from 7am-6pm. Our facility has it's own enclosed playground area in the back. All of our meals, are...

Stellina Daycare

Stellina Daycare

8238 N Harlem, Niles, IL

Stellina Home Daycare offers flexible, year-round child care and preschool program with STEAM activities and research based curriculum for children 1-5. We provide also infant care option with experienced teachers with low ratio 1:2(infants and toddlers) and 1:4 (3-5). Our teachers are CPR and First...

Kids Work Chicago

Kids Work Chicago

3429 N. California Avenue, CHICAGO, IL

A child care and early education center where loving caregivers create a safe place for young children to explore, interact, and express themselves during the most crucial years of their development, doing the work of play and discovery that boosts brains and brings joy for learning. With a blended...

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER

CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER

2046 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $2000/mo

Our academic environment goes beyond traditional teaching methods. It is rooted in a deep-seated belief that establishing meaningful connections between students and teachers is the cornerstone of achieving holistic development and outstanding academic outcomes. We understand that education is not...

CREATIVE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL

CREATIVE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL

1735 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL

At Creative Scholars Preschool of Chicago, we strive to build a strong foundation for your child’s love of education. With a focus on early literacy development and supporting intellectual curiosity, we promote developmentally appropriate possibilities that enable us to discover the gifts each child...

EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5244 N LAKEWOOD AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $255/mo

Edgewater Early Learning Center is a NAEYC & ExceleRate Illinois Gold rated center located 0.4 miles from the CTA Argyle Red line Station. We cater to the individual needs of each child, family and community within our care. There is a unique sense of family-centered care that truly supports the...

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