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PLAYCATION LLC
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.
Smarter Childcare Llc
5.0
My Boys are 8,7,3 they been going too MHL Daycare since 2013.... The trust and the love I have for them is unexplainable.. They potty train all my boys . Taught them how to write their names. Help them with Homework! They really help me out with my boys like Family.. Amazing and Excellent Daycare!
- Tameka S
Aidas Home Daycare
5.0
I currently have my three year old daughter, Myliset under Aida's Care and Im so blessed I found Aida. My daughter has been with her a little over a year now and I seen how quickly my daughter has learned her numbers, ABC's, colors, and to be more social with other kids. Im sure she will be more...
- Agustina V.
We Are The Future Presidents
5.0
I love this daycare center! As a single parent that has no family here in Illinois, the staff has been very supportive with my childcare needs as well as other personal matters. I am happy that I was referred to them!
- Care member
Jolly Fun House Playschools
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
Daycares in Chicago, IL
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.
Smarter Childcare Llc
7429 S. Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL
4.6
(10)
My Home Learning Daycare is now S.M.A.R.T.E.R Childcare Llc and continues to be an innovative and creative leader in high quality child care. Our facility has educational equipment that will create an engaging learning environment. We are family oriented and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming....
5.0
"Belinda and Jazmine are excellent caregivers and teachers as well. I can tell that they genuinely care for all children like their own as evidenced by the thought and effort they put into their business. They continuously change the theme and entire layout of the...
Ashley E.
Aidas Home Daycare
4832 N McVicker Ave, Chicago, IL
5.0
(4)
I am an experienced daycare provider, with a medical field background. Certified in adult and child CPR as well as First Aid, and licensed by DCFS. I worked 11 years in a residential facility for developmentally disabled children and adults. During the last two years I headed the literacy program...
5.0
"I currently have my three year old daughter, Myliset under Aida's Care and Im so blessed I found Aida. My daughter has been with her a little over a year now and I seen how quickly my daughter has learned her numbers, ABC's, colors, and to be more social with other...
Agustina V.
We Are The Future Presidents
843 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL
4.4
(7)
We Are The Future Presidents childcare center is a new high quality program just 20 minutes from downtown and steps away from the CTA bus line. We offer extended hours and free field trips with no copayment for two months. The hours of operation are 6:00am-7:00pm and the age groups served are 6weeks...
5.0
"This daycare is very supportive and has helped my child with the many areas of his development. I have always been paranoid about daycare centers, but this center is very nice and they are like family to my family."
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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
Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood
4874 N Lincoln Ave, CHICAGO, IL
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
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...
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...
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9108 - Cornerstone Children's Learning Center
1111 N Wells, CHICAGO, IL
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...
BUCKTOWN ACADEMY
1903-05 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
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 daughter has thrived at Bucktown Academy. All of the teachers are thoughtful, educators, focused on both play and preparation for kindergarten. Our daughter can't wait to go to school! Art is a personal favorite! Our family would recommend Bucktown Academy to...
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4809 - Everbrook Academy of Lincoln Park
538 W Diversey Pkwy, CHICAGO, IL
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...
LadyBug and Friends - Touhy & Harlem
7652 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO, IL
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...
Ladybug and Friends - West Loop
336 S Halsted St, CHICAGO, IL
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...
NEW PISGAH DAY CARE
8128 S RACINE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
Silver Quality Rating
Bi-Monthly "Mad Science" Classes, & Art Lessons
Spanish Lesson provided by "Spanish Horizon"
Teaching Strategies GOLD Curriculum
LIVING WITNESS LEARNING DAYCARE CENTER Portage Park area
4159 N LARAMIE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
Starting at $215/mo
We believe that children learn through experience. It is our job to provide children with as many experiences as possible, to take advantage of experience as they occur and to guide children to learn and benefit from their experiences. Professional trained and experienced teachers head each...
The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop)
776 W. Quincy Street, CHICAGO, IL
More than just daycare, The Goddard School located in Chicago offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting.
From learning how to communicate with sign language and using problem-solving skills while playing...
Ladybug and Friends - Lincoln and Jersey
6100 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO, IL
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...
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...
Kids & Company South Loop
1255 S. State St., CHICAGO, IL
Kids & Company provides an innovative, nurturing and stimulating environment where children develop independence, confidence and a positive sense of self and the world around them. Our curriculum is designed to involve children in experiences that enhance language, literacy, music, movement, art and...
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
226 E Illinois St,, CHICAGO, 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, to deepening knowledge and building...
GAN SHALOM
3480 N LAKE SHORE DR, CHICAGO, IL
Opened in 1981, Gan Shalom is Temple Sholom of Chicago’s premiere Early Childhood Education Center. We provide an enriched educational experience devoted to laying the foundation for lifelong learning and strengthening family life through the transmission of Jewish values and traditions through...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Chicago, IL
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Chicago, IL?
Daycare centers near you in Chicago, IL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Chicago, IL?
Daycares near you in Chicago, IL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Chicago, IL?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Chicago, IL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Chicago, IL?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Chicago, IL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.
Ratings for Chicago, IL daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Daycares in Chicago, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 157 reviews of the 880 listed daycares.