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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.
EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER
5.0
I have 2 kids attending, one has been there for a while and the other will be starting soon. The staff is fantastic and they have a great center. I trust them wholeheartedly, they've been our go-to place and and we've recommended them many times to others.
- Rob ..
Happy Kidz Day Care
5.0
Priscilla provided day care for my 3 year old child. Priscilla is very nice and pleasant lady to work with. I found the rate very reasonable compared to other daycares in the area. Her home has a family feel atmosphere, very nice and clean she always gave me peace of mind knowing my child is in good...
- Veronica L
Sweetpeas Home Daycare
5.0
I can't express enough hoe much we loved going to Sweetpeas! After searching so many centers and in-home daycares, my husband and I knew right away this was the place for us. Our child went there from 3 months to 3 years until we moved out of state. They were so caring to all the kids and taught...
- Jill R.
Children Count Child Care
4.0
My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to
- Renee J.
Daycares in Oak Park, IL
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.
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"I have 2 kids attending, one has been there for a while and the other will be starting soon. The staff is fantastic and they have a great center. I trust them wholeheartedly, they've been our go-to place and and we've recommended them many times to others. "
Rob ..
Happy Kidz Day Care
3115 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Thank you for your interest in happy Kidz Day care. My name is Priscilla and I have 1 precious daughter age 1 and half yrs old. I live in East Garfield near Kedzie and Washington and downtown Chicago. I am married and a stay at home mom. I am starting my daycare because I have a genuine love of...
5.0
"Priscilla provided day care for my 3 year old child. Priscilla is very nice and pleasant lady to work with. I found the rate very reasonable compared to other daycares in the area. Her home has a family feel atmosphere, very nice and clean she always gave me peace...
Veronica L
Sweetpeas Home Daycare
2058 N. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Sweetpeas Home Daycare! We are a licensed home daycare and work with children ages 6 weeks through age 6. We believe the first year in a child's life is by far the most important. They learn trust as well as love and through that they become confident in discovering the world around...
5.0
"What Rosario and Andrea (aka "Cuca" and "Ceci") do at that daycare is nothing short of magic. They are so incredibly caring and active, and make every day an adventure. My little one has been going since she was 12 weeks old (she is 21 months now.) Sweetpeas has...
Christine C.
Children Count Child Care
5304 S. Wallace, Chicago, IL
4.0
(1)
I have over 15 years exp. I will partner with parents to meet their specific needs. I work with a diverse culture and meet a variety of special needs. I work a creative curriculum and focus on teaching pre-k skills to provide academic, social and emotional needs. I have been licensed by DHS for...
4.0
"My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to"
Renee J.
Bright Time Daycare
1757 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(2)
Dear Parents,
I have 10 years experience of working with kids, its really fun spending time with them. Come and visit me and my daycare.
D.C.F.S Licensed
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and School Age,
Happy, Safe and loving in-homecare,
First Aid / C.P.R Certified,
Nutritious Meals,
Age...
5.0
"I have had my son in this daycare for about a year and we are very happy with the care. Miss Ghazala is very loving and caring towards the children. Some things that were very important for us when choosing a daycare was safety, attention to children, good...
Indra V.
Fun & Learning Childcare Home
1726 N Harding, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Fun and Learning Childcare Home is filled with action throughout the week and its goal is to make everyday a homelike feel...
We are opened Monday-Fridays
Doors open at 6:30am-5:30pm
We do provide warm cooked meals for the children which include breakfast, lunch, and pm snack.
Here at Fun and...
5.0
"Janet is such an amazing provider! She encouraged my children to learn and become comfortable in group settings. They've gone onto school and do a miraculous job all thanks to their daycare.
-SR"
Janet N.
State of Illinois Child Development Center
160 N La Salle Street, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(5)
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.
5.0
"The care and the communication that the teachers provide I would say to be top tier. I have never had an issue when it came to this center. They have provided fulltime care for my children over the past 10 years. And I have and will continue to recommend them to...
Elizabeth G.
Baby Scholars Llc
420 E. Ohio Apt. B, Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Baby Scholars is home away from home for your precious little one, and provides quality care. The primary goal of my daycare program is to provide a loving, safe and stimulating environment for your baby while in my care. My goal is to also help parents have a smooth adjustment from home to daycare....
5.0
"Connie is a very pleasant and patient individual. She was very caring and loving. I highly recommend her facility!"
Jasmine B.
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.
Little Busy Bees
2558 Davisson St, River Grove, IL
5.0
(5)
Hello Parents,
OPEN - Douring COV-ID19
My Name is Nancy . Here to inform you little Busy Bees acknowledges the health concerns and our procedures are as follows:
Daily sanitizing of toys, easy access to soap and water stations, and implementing safe and healthy practices daily. During these times...
5.0
"I love this daycare. My child has such a good time with Nancy. She cooks the meals herself so it is nice knowing what exactly they are eating. The daycare itself is spacious, inviting and has everything you could want in a daycare. My child really loves the...
Tera
GAN SHALOM
3480 N LAKE SHORE DR, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"Gan Shalom is a wonderful, warm, caring environment for my children. I know when I drop them off they are in great hands!"
Jennifer D.
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
"Amazing daycare ! My baby has been there for about 2 months and the progress she has made is wow! She now communicates more, she learned how to walk super fast & is so independent . She also is very active & is always soo happy when she gets there every morning! I...
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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.
Rock-a-Bye Baby Home Daycare Inc
1836 S 3rd Ave, Maywood, IL
5.0
(2)
childcare provider will come to your home to care for family
5.0
"I absolutely love Rock-A-Bye-Baby home daycare. Tammy and her assistants are great with the kids. I brought my newborn to her after having a horrible experience somewhere else and she listened to my concerns and assured me everything will be different and it for...
Krystal 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.
Lisa M
5928 N. Manton Ave., Chicago, IL
5.0
(9)
Hello!
I am a childcare provider and preschool teacher serving families on the northwest side of Chicago and its close surrounding suburbs. Within the last 20 years I have also taught dance, lead after-school theater groups, lead parent and tot classes and was a Sunday school teacher. I care for...
5.0
"Lisa has cared for our son Bill since he was 8 weeks old. We were so nervous as first time parents, but after meeting with Lisa, we felt confident Sowing Seeds was the right place for him. Our son and another baby started there at the same time and we have now been...
Kathryn N.
Mersiha's Family Daycare
8935 North Wisner Street, Niles, IL
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Mersiha (Mer-see-ya) I am the owner of Mersiha's Family daycare. Prior to establishing my own family daycare, I've worked with children of all ages at daycare centers, pre-schools, and as a nanny for families. I originally started my family daycare in 2015 in San Jose, California,...
5.0
"Im so happy we found this place for our 20mo. daughter . Mersiha is an amazing teacher who understands my baby challenges and handle them with grace. I am grateful for the loving care and attention our daughter receives. The house is always clean and well...
Tatiana G.
5.0
(1)
Fantasy Island Schools for kids, LLC is a multilingual daycare, pre-k, & kindergarten childcare center. We are a multilingual program with a robust and collaborative curriculum optimized for education as well as socialization. We provide healthy meals COOKED FRESH DAILY and offer impeccably clean...
5.0
"Really good school! My kids love it, the food is great. We love this school and we won't leave it."
Olga K.
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.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Oak Park, IL
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Oak Park, IL?
Daycare centers near you in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, IL?
Daycares near you in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, IL?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, IL?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Oak Park, 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.