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Recent daycare reviews in Crystal Lake, IL

Anthea's Home Day Care

5.0

Anthea was amazing with our daughter! She watched her right after I went back to work following my maternity leave. She did a great job of enforcing a schedule and making sure she was learning (lots of time practicing rolling over and eventually using utensils and repeating words!) right away. But...

- Sarah

Kiki's Little TLC

5.0

Love Kiki's little TLC! It's a great learning and fun environment for children. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!

- Mary W

Wonderland Kids Academy

5.0

So beautiful and clean place. Professional staff, 4 times meal , activities like music, art, language development, story time , dance, gymnastics-all in one place.

- Lana S.

Daycares in Crystal Lake, IL

Cuddly Lamb Child Care Service

3108 Rogers Rd, Crystal Lake, IL

Cuddly Lamb Child Care Service provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Crystal Lake, Illinois, for kids from zero to twelve years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...

Cynthia Bromir

5904 Fairway Ln, Crystal Lake, IL

Cynthia Bromir offers a nurturing environment that promotes love, learning and success. Established in 1991, it has childcare programs. It is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Thunderbird Nursery Preschool

625 Rudat Ct, Crystal Lake, IL

Thunderbird Nursery Preschool in Crystal Lake, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children ages three to five years old. The school serves children and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's...

Jen's Childcare

856 Canterbury Drive, Crystal Lake, IL

I love children and previously taught early childhood for 11 yrs. I am now a stay home mom with an 11 year old, 2 year old, and 6 month old. I would love to help out more families that are struggling with the challenges of being working parents.

Beth's Child Care

6412 Scott Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

I've been running my home daycare since my own kids were born. My daughters are now grown. With over 20 years of experience I have seen it all! We fill our days with structured, creative, and educational activities as well as free play. We go outdoors everyday the weather allows. My basement is set...

Miss Gayle's Home Daycare

769 Nottingham Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

In home day care provider with many years of experience. Smoke free/pet free, fun and safe environment in Crystal Lake IL. Will happily take NEWBORNS. Have often started with infants and enjoyed them until they 'outgrew me.' We love to read, do crafts, go to the library and visit nearby parks when...

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism

620 N Il Rte 31, Crystal Lake, IL

The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a year round therapeutic day school serving children with autism ages 3 - 17. We are a year round school and provide ABA, speech, OT, music, Life skills training, behavior services and community based instruction. All students receive a customized...

Ms. V's Early Childhood

412 Charlotte Ave, Crystal Lake, IL

I have had the opportunity to work with kids in many different settings. I have experience caring for newborns through adolescent age children both in formal and informal settings. My experiences include: corporate childcare, preschool teacher, a family child care provider, Sunday school teacher at...

La Petite Academy Child Care-Crystal Lake

190 North Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL

La Petite Academy Child Care located in Crystal Lake, IL has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre school, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After...

Crystal Lake Park District (inc)

705 Barlina Rd, Crystal Lake, IL

Crystal Lake Park District Camp in Crystal Lake, IL is a childcare and a summer camp by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable care. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as camping, music, outdoor play, sports, recreation, and environmental...

5.0

(1)

Loving mother of 3 (16, 5 and 3 months) available to watch children in my home. I have been a working parent and understand wanting care that keeps you feeling like your children are safe and being well taken care of. I can provide a comfortable home experience for your children along with keeping...
5.0
"Anthea was amazing with our daughter! She watched her right after I went back to work following my maternity leave. She did a great job of enforcing a schedule and making sure she was learning (lots of time practicing rolling over and eventually using utensils and...

Sarah


Kiki's Little TLC

Kiki's Little TLC

260 Prestwicke Blvd, Algonquin, IL

5.0

(2)

'Kiki's Little TLC', is a small in-home childcare located in Algonquin, for newborns to school age kids. I offer developmental appropriate play-based activities such as; sensory arts & crafts, reading, music, French teaching, outdoor activities, zoo, parks, and library adventures. 'Kiki's Little...
5.0
"Love Kiki's little TLC! It's a great learning and fun environment for children. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!"

Mary W


Wonderland Kids Academy

Wonderland Kids Academy

750 Northwest Hwy ., Fox River Grove, IL

5.0

(1)

We partner with parents through special events, community service and volunteer opportunities, book fairs, picnics, celebrations of staff milestones and achievements, parades, preschool graduations, camp-outs, and everyday communication. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for...
5.0
"So beautiful and clean place. Professional staff, 4 times meal , activities like music, art, language development, story time , dance, gymnastics-all in one place."

Lana S.


Step By Step

Step By Step

3 Schober Ct., Cary, IL

In home childcare services by loving Mom of 4 full-time students.

I Am! I Can! Preschool & Daycare Center

I Am! I Can! Preschool & Daycare Center

3707 GRANT RD, JOHNSBURG, IL

Starting at $960/mo

Register for summer and fall! Call for availability (815-363-1333). We have been educating children for over 30 years! Our outstanding staff is dedicated to providing a safe and loving learning environment for every child. Our focus is to establish a solid foundation for your child to build...

Cadence Academy Preschool Algonquin

Cadence Academy Preschool Algonquin

4099 West Algonquin Road, ALGONQUIN, IL

We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...

A Child's Place Early Learning Center - Volo

A Child's Place Early Learning Center - Volo

26705 W Commerce Dr, VOLO, IL

Starting at $16/mo

Welcome to A Child’s Place Early Learning Center Early Learning Center! For years, A Child’s Place Early Learning Center Early Learning Center has provided top-quality early childhood education for children from infants through school age. Our safe, fun, enriching curriculum and caring staff help...

Kiddie Academy of Algonquin

Kiddie Academy of Algonquin

2420 Harnish Drive, ALGONQUIN, 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...

Living "4" Childcare Learning Center Inc.

Living "4" Childcare Learning Center Inc.

750 Northwest Highway, Fox River Grove, IL

Living "4" Childcare Learning Center is a daycare for the those who want their child enrolled in a fun, loving, learning environment. We make sure that each child receives the individual attention that they deserve. Our staff is ready to help in the growth of your child through dramatic play,...

Judy's Kids

Judy's Kids

9512 Edwards Rd, Fox River Grove, IL

Small in home daycare in Fox River Grove. Over 10 years of experience with great rates and references! CPR certified. Our days are full of fun, friends, play & learning.

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