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The Giving Tree Family of Schools - Forest Park Campus
4.0
We are very happy with the care provided to our child in the infant room at the Giving Tree in Forest Park. The teachers are caring and engaged and the environment is safe and stimulating. This is a very well run, safe environment to entrust your child to.
- Aviva Z.
HAR ZION EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
5.0
We had a wonderful experience sending our child to pre-school at Har Zion Early Childhood Center. We were initially attracted to the school by Ms. Claudine, the heart and soul of Har Zion, who is incredibly warm and nurturing and sets the tone for the entire school. The children feel loved and cared...
- Andrew L.
LadyBug and Friends - Lakeview
4.0
My daughter is the 2nd kid there and since then she has had really receptive and kind teachers. Warm environment and great with communication, they stay on top of things around her needs and our needs for our daughter. She is learning a lot especially with social skills. They have really fun "after...
- Lauren T.
CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER
5.0
Children's Creative Center (CCC) has been an incredible experience for our son. The facility is not only safe and caring but also a vibrant environment where learning is fun and engaging. The range of activities they offer keeps our son excited and curious every day. CCC places a strong emphasis on...
- Care member
Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion Ear
5.0
This is not only the most beautiful school I ever visit but the quality of professionals is what got me. The concept of having my child learning Spanish while is in childcare sounds great to me! This place is a MUST to tour if you are looking for a Daycare or Childcare!
- Albert C.
Child care centers in Forest Park, IL
The Giving Tree Family of Schools - Forest Park Campus
7510 W. Randolph Ave., Forest Park, IL
4.0
(1)
The Giving Tree Family of Schools currently has 3 locations in the western suburbs of Chicago. We feature a developmentally based curriculum that provides quality early learning experiences in a progressive manner. We are proud to call ourselves an Early Learning Center that accepts infants as young...
4.0
"We are very happy with the care provided to our child in the infant room at the Giving Tree in Forest Park. The teachers are caring and engaged and the environment is safe and stimulating. This is a very well run, safe environment to entrust your child to."
Aviva Z.
Howard Mohr Community Center
7640 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL
Howard Mohr Community Center based in Forest Park, IL provides a wide array of activities for all Village residents while paying special attention to young children and senior citizens. The center's programs include clubhouse day care program for K-6 graders, adult and youth job information center,...
Caitlin's House
1505 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
I have a home in Forest Park with a fenced in backyard just down the block from a great park as well as Betsy Ross Elementary school. I am open to full time, part time, temporary and occasional needs. I have 2 children- a 5 yr old who attends Betsy Ross Elementary just down the street from our home...
Giving Tree Inc
7510 Randolph St, Forest Park, IL
The Giving Tree Family of school in Forest Park, IL offers early childhood education to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. They offer developmentally based curriculum that is designed to help each child to progress. The school is open on weekdays from 7:00a.m. till 6:00p.m.
Montessori Language Academy
314 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
Montessori Language Academy based in Forest Park, IL provides a challenging and enriching educational environment where every child can grow to their fullest potential. The school features the Japanese and English Dual Language Montessori Program focusing on children's social, emotional, and...
Kangaroo Korner
900 Beloit Ave Ste 1, Forest Park, IL
Kangaroo Korner is a licensed early childhood education provider based in Forest Park, Illinois that offers a variety of programs and services for children between the ages of 1 month to 8 years old. The company’s mission is to support children’s cognitive, social, and creative development through...
HAR ZION EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
1040 N HARLEM AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience sending our child to pre-school at Har Zion Early Childhood Center. We were initially attracted to the school by Ms. Claudine, the heart and soul of Har Zion, who is incredibly warm and nurturing and sets the tone for the entire...
Andrew L.
LadyBug and Friends - Lakeview
1240 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO, IL
3.3
(3)
To provide a holistic approach to education, where children can thrive in an environment which values their uniqueness and creates the foundation upon which they can build their future. Your child’s unique abilities and strengths will be expanded upon using our developmentally appropriate...
5.0
"The care we have received has been amazing. He has been at one of the Ladybug locations since he was 7 months old. We have always worked with the same director and assistant director. Really smooth. They care about the kids and have always had a super approachable...
Lauren S.
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"Children's Creative Center (CCC) has been an incredible experience for our son. The facility is not only safe and caring but also a vibrant environment where learning is fun and engaging. The range of activities they offer keeps our son excited and curious every...
Care member
Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion Ear
2550 W Addison, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Just open in the city of Chicago!
Rayito de Sol offers a unique alternative for parents and participants to integrate their childcare with bi-lingual language immersion in a licensed and accredited program.
Rayito de Sol offers award-winning child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years...
5.0
"This is not only the most beautiful school I ever visit but the quality of professionals is what got me. The concept of having my child learning Spanish while is in childcare sounds great to me! This place is a MUST to tour if you are looking for a Daycare or...
Albert C.
BUCKTOWN ACADEMY
1903-05 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(4)
Bucktown Academy is a nature-based program for children ages two through five. We provide a high-quality early childhood educational experience where children are prepared academically and socially for kindergarten. At Bucktown Academy, we believe that children learn through play within a...
5.0
"Our family couldn’t be happier with our experience at Bucktown Academy over the past 18 months. Within just a few weeks of starting, our friends and family noticed a remarkable difference in our son - his confidence soared, and his vocabulary expanded rapidly. He...
Care member
Joyful Noise Christian DayCare
4243 West North Ave, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
"Joyful Noise is definitely a 5! I highly recommend!"
Lydia G.
5.0
(2)
ChooChoo Chicago provides a nurturing, loving and home-like environment while supporting the academic and social-emotional development of children in our care through an explorative, play-based curriculum. Working Hours 7:30am-6pm
5.0
"My son has been at ChooChoo since he was 16 or 17 months and he is now 4 1/2 years old so for about 3 years now. Mia, who runs this facility, is completely incredible. The curriculum is so thoughtful. The teachers are wonderful, caring and loving. The best people...
Tina R.
5.0
(4)
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Creative Academy focuses on providing exceptional care with the implementation of a phenomenal social emotional/ play based curriculum. The focus of our program is to maintain a safe learning environment. Diversity and individuality is a driving force within our daycare....
5.0
" I haven't had any issues out of the facility at all, It was convenient, close to my home and affordable it was also really good care for the price.
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Brittany B.
LadyBug and Friends - Touhy & Harlem
7652 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(1)
To provide a holistic approach to education, where children can thrive in an environment which values their uniqueness and creates the foundation upon which they can build their future. Your child’s unique abilities and strengths will be expanded upon using our developmentally appropriate...
5.0
"Their teachers are very knowledgeable, caring and loving. The facility is very clean and the academic's are great! Our boy has really blossomed since being there! "
RICH AND LISA F.
CREATIVE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL
1735 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"I’ve had 2 children at Creative Scholars: one current and one recently left for PreK. We love the school as the teachers are focused on learning through play. Both girls seemed to advance quickly in milestones as they interact with teachers. Most importantly they...
Care member
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
City Childrens Academy
777 N Green St1st Floor, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(2)
City Children's Academy is a private childcare center/preschool located in River West (Chicago/Halsted). Our hours of operation are currently 7:30AM to 5:30PM. We offer full and part time programs for children between the ages of 6 weeks through 6 years old. Our mission is to serve the total...
5.0
"When we were first looking at daycares in the city, we toured over 5 different facilities in the area. CCA BY FAR stood out as the most professional and put together - it felt like the kind of place you could trust to care for your children.
Four+ years later,...
Morgan W.
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.
AMERICAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY - SOUTH LOOP
47 West Polk Street, Suite G15, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(2)
We are a network of independent Montessori schools that offers year-round, all-day programs based upon the Montessori Method in stimulating learning facilities, located in South Loop and Uptown—Andersonville, and affiliate schools on the North Shore.
Our main objectives are to provide a carefully...
5.0
"They offer professionalism with a focus on child development. They are an amazing school that focuses on improvement of the child. They are very patient. The most important thing to them is the goal of focusing on the child’s gifts and improving. So far I am so...
Faysal M.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Forest Park, IL
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Forest Park, IL?
Child care centers near you in Forest Park, IL provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Forest Park, IL?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Forest Park, IL have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Forest Park, IL?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Forest Park, IL. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.