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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Barrington, IL

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

5.0

I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where she sticks to the rules so kids...

- Jackie B.

The Little Garden School

5.0

Helen is wonderful, and she has a great space with lots of fun activities!

- Jill S

Wunder Woman Childcare

5.0

Kristen watched my son for several months and she did an excellent job. She was very active with my son. He had a great time and I loved getting the pictures and updates. We really appreciated her flexibility!

- Melisa

Create, Learn, Grow In Home Childcare

5.0

I have had the privilege of knowing Erica for the past 22 years. I first knew her as her teacher and then she became my babysitter. She has been such a wonderful babysitter to my 3 little ones. Erica is always patient and calm and resourceful. I have always appreciated that amidst the chaos of a...

- Erica G.

Kiddie Cloud Home Daycare

5.0

My son used to attend here for overnights and early morning. Brianna would always feed him a good breakfast and get him to camp on time. He liked her.

- Sabrina

Drop-in child care in Barrington, IL

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

26747 W. Apple Tree Lane, Barrington, IL

5.0

(2)

Apple Tree Preschool and Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility in Barrington, Illinois. My name is Diane Scardino, I have been providing licensed childcare for 25 years. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education and I am a member of local childcare associations. My assistant and I...
5.0
"I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where...

Jackie B.


The Little Garden School

The Little Garden School

9215 Gardner Road, Fox River Grove, IL

5.0

(2)

Looking for a wonderful place for your children to spend time? We are a small, high quality, DCFS Licensed, play-based childcare program in Fox River Grove. We offer drop-in childcare for ages 6 weeks to 6 years and preschool for 2-6 years old. Run by a certified teacher and mother, The Little...
5.0
"I was so thrilled to find the Little Garden School!! It was exactly what I was searching for, for so long. The environment is warm and inviting with lots of natural toys for the little ones and fantastic educational materials for the older kids. The staff is very...

Polina S.


Wunder Woman Childcare

Wunder Woman Childcare

655 Lafayette Ln, Hoffman Estates, IL

4.5

(2)

If you are looking for a responsible, flexible, loving and fun child care provider, look no further. I love to spend time with the kids in my backyard, take walks in the neighborhood, and take trips to nature centers and the zoo. I am active and engaged with the children under my care, whether it is...
5.0
"Kristen watched my son for several months and she did an excellent job. She was very active with my son. He had a great time and I loved getting the pictures and updates. We really appreciated her flexibility!"

Melisa


Create, Learn, Grow In Home Childcare

Create, Learn, Grow In Home Childcare

393 Ascot Ln, Streamwood, IL

5.0

(1)

I am a mom of 3 kids ages; 7 years old, 6 years old and 3 years old. I also have another mom that helps me as well. I understand how hard it is to find good reliable care and after a string of not very good sitters I have decided to start my own in home child care. We currently have ONE full time...
5.0
"I have had the privilege of knowing Erica for the past 22 years. I first knew her as her teacher and then she became my babysitter. She has been such a wonderful babysitter to my 3 little ones. Erica is always patient and calm and resourceful. I have always...

Erica G.


Kiddie Cloud Home Daycare

Kiddie Cloud Home Daycare

Crystal Lake Road, Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0

(2)

In Home Daycare offering a structured schedule, extended hours and weekend hours! Visit our website to contact us! www.kiddieclouddaycare.webs.com
5.0
"My son used to attend here for overnights and early morning. Brianna would always feed him a good breakfast and get him to camp on time. He liked her."

Sabrina


The Children's Private Homeschool

The Children's Private Homeschool

Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL

THE CHILDREN'S PRIVATE HOMESCHOOL Nurse Owned & Operated Private School In A Home Setting Accepting 6Wks - 4Yrs Safe & Secure * View Your Child Online * A True Learning Experience * Small Class Size * Pick-up Service Available (Spaces Limited!) * After Hour, Drop-In, & Weekend Programs...

Acarath Montessori Center

Acarath Montessori Center

22 Kristin Dr, Schaumburg, IL

Established in 1987 we run an excellent Summer and Fall program for children ages 3-9 years old. Our academic program is beyond any other in the area. Included activities are dance, gymnastics, art, music and sports skills. Children also have a half hour swim lesson every day. Our staff to...

Kiddie Academy of Streamwood

Kiddie Academy of Streamwood

1040 Sutton Road, Streamwood, IL

We know that there are many childcare and daycare options available. Only Kiddie Academy provides the kind of care that focuses on days filled with learning and fun, the key ingredients of our Life Essentials curriculum. We are locally owned and operated, but also part of a nationally networked...

Spoonful Of Sugar Daycare

Spoonful Of Sugar Daycare

500 Morgan Lane, Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0

(2)

I am a nanny of 8 years and had the privilege to work with 2 wonderful families within those 8 years. I am now a mommy of one and am looking for 1 to 2 kiddos who need care (Monday through Thursday) to care for them in my home. It would be a nanny caring for your child, so more of a one on one...
5.0
"I have known Amber for many many years. She has watched my little ones and I completely trust her! Her passion for kids just shines through her every day routine with them. Her in home day care is like having my kids at my house but with a room set aside just for...

Kris J.


Bizzy Bee's Family Child Care located in Carpentersville Illinois is a home-based childcare center that provides a safe and nurturing environment. It offers before and after school programs as well as daytime, drop-in, and emergency care to children from 3 months to 12 years old.

Kids Tech Prep

2182 Bonita Lane, Hoffman Estates, IL

For those still looking for summer childcare, I have 4 in home openings. I am a certified teacher, former camp director and curriculum director with 15 years of experience. I provide meals, enrichment activities including technology games, outdoor play and field trips. I am also available to drop...

Caregiver

3 Sugar Creek Ct, Lake in the Hills, IL

I am a loving mother of four kids(aging from 9, 8, 4, 2). I live in Lake In The Hills and have been babysitting for the past 10 years. I can provide pick up drop off service if needed between the hours of 9am-12pm and 1pm-3:30pm in my own vehicle. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any...

Tot's Academy Home Child Care

Tot's Academy Home Child Care

1228 Asbury Ct, Elgin, IL

Hi, I'm Star and thanks for your interest in my home child care, Tot's Academy!!! Please feel free to contact me so we can speak further on setting up a tour and getting your little one enrolled. Check out all of the great benefits we offer below: DCFS LICENSED -Affordable Rates -Conveniently...

KidTown USA

1425 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL

KidTown USA is a unique childcare facility in Buffalo Grove. Our mission is to provide a unique and quality learning experiences for children that will help prepare them for their adventures in grade school and beyond. We provide Drop-In & half-day enrichment programs for children ages three and up....

Skylar's Spectacular Summer

Skylar's Spectacular Summer

4126 Three Lakes Dr., Long Grove, IL

I'm offering summer daycare at my home in Long Grove, IL. I am a sophomore pre-med student at Northwestern University majoring in Neuroscience. I have decided to spend this summer hosting a children's day camp. I am certified in basic life support (BLS), first aid, asthma and inhaler protocol, as...

Leaps & Bounds Preschool

9243 S Illinois Rte 31, Lake in the Hills, IL

Full time childcare Morning preschool

Kay The Assistant

Kay The Assistant

816 W Panorama Drive, Palatine, IL

Our mission is to foster support and stability within the family unit by managing the mundane tasks of daily living. We intend to alleviate the stresses of juggling multiple obligations and short-term schedule interruptions. Our company specializes in providing short-term family assistants for every...

Lil' Tikes Daycare

1157 Starwood Pass, Lake in the Hills, IL

My name is Sarah Frey. I offer in home Daycare Monday thru Friday with full time and part time openings. I have a fenced in yard with large swing set. There are two parks near by to keep the Lil ones busy.

Inspired Care Home Health

1600 Golf Road Suite 1200, Rolling Meadows, IL

Inspired Care Home Health provides high quality, client-centered and affordable Home Care services to our clients to assist them to lead dignified and independent lives in the comfort and safety of their own homes. Their individual needs are carefully assessed, understood and met through the...

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