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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Evanston, IL

Take A Break Playcare

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 call and check in on him.

- Jonathan M.

Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

5.0

Auntie is an amazing care giver to littles.....she has had children and years later their children....watched a fow of my grand children....crafts and playtime and variety of healthy meals and snacks....never disappointed ...EVER!!!!

- Care member

Little Bird Child Care

5.0

Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday and they love love all the wonderful...

- Gladys M.

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

North Shore Home Daycare

5.0

We initially brought our son here with the idea that it would be for a month. It has now been 13 months! Our son receives affectionate and vigilant care. The days are flexible and if we need an extra day or two during the week, she is very accommodating.

- Nichole S.

Drop-in child care in Evanston, IL

Right At School

Right At School

990 Grove Street Suite 500, Evanston, IL

Right At School provides meaningful before- and after-school enrichment programs located right at your child's school. Our mission is to inspire a love of learning and a commitment to healthy living. We have school-based programs at the following Evanston/Skokie schools: Bessie Rhodes - After...

Little Lambs Daycare is a child care company that offers early childhood development and education programs for preschool and school-age kids. The company is located in Evanston, Illinois and implements a theme-based curriculum in all of its programs. The company also provides drop-in and hourly...

Covenant Nursery School

3637 Golf Rd, Evanston, IL

Covenant Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian, private developmental nursery school based in Evanston, Illinois. The school utilizes a developmentally appropriate, play-based approach to help develop social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language skills of children. Covenant Nursery...

Northminster Nursery School

2515 Central Park Ave, Evanston, IL

Northminster Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian, private developmental nursery school based in Evanston, Illinois. The school utilizes a developmentally appropriate, play-based approach to help develop social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language skills of children. Covenant...

Take A Break Playcare

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.


Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

2617 Lunt Ave., Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Beautiful In Home Daycare located in West Rogers Park steps away from Indian Boundary Park. Daycare is located in the lower level of a fully renovated home with full kitchen play area and washroom all on this level. Full and Part-Time Slots are available. Drop off and Pick-Up Times are 7am - 5pm....
5.0
"Auntie is an amazing care giver to littles.....she has had children and years later their children....watched a fow of my grand children....crafts and playtime and variety of healthy meals and snacks....never disappointed ...EVER!!!! "

Care member


Little Bird Child Care

Little Bird Child Care

3854 Birchwood Avenue, Skokie, IL

5.0

(6)

Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching for a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Little Birds Child Care is the place where your child gets one on one attention. You will receive daily...
5.0
"Little Bird has cared for both of my children. My son was with LBC from 18 months to 3 years old. LBC did an amazing job preparing him for preschool. My daughter has been with LBC since 6 weeks old. She's blossomed and enjoys the variety of activities offered....

Erica A.


Jolly Fun House Playschools

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


North Shore Home Daycare

North Shore Home Daycare

7817 Kenneth Ave, Skokie, IL

3.7

(3)

Hello there, I have a spacious home daycare located in Skokie, IL. I have flexible hours and very competitive rates. At North Shore Home Daycare, your child will be nurtured with care, participate in age appropriate educational activities, creative arts and crafts, enjoy indoor/outdoor play time...
5.0
"We have loved our time with Mrs. Zaidi. Our daughter has been going to Mrs. Zaidi's childcare 2-3 days a week for 8 months, since she was 3 months old. Mrs. Zaidi is kind and caring, and does a wonderful job taking care of our daughter. It's clean and safe, and...

Sarah Beth B.


Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

5010 North Sheridan Rd., CHICAGO, IL

5.0

(3)

Cuppycakes is a preschool for 2-6 year olds that serves Uptown, Andersonville and surrounding areas. Our center is built on the idea of inclusion, representation, and celebration of diversity. We are a smaller center with a home daycare vibe. Each child will receive individual and small group...
5.0
"I am so happy that I chose this school for my 3 year old son!! The owner Ms. Nina is so friendly and I was able to tour the school before it opened. The staff made me and my son feel so welcome. Even on his first day he didn’t cry lol I think he was ACTUALLY happy...

Care member


Coddled Care

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


Wonderland Activities Center

Wonderland Activities Center

1927 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

Wonderland Activities Center is a Children s Activities Facility providing session based drop off classes for toddlers and preschoolers. Classes are theme based with a curriculum focused on learning through play, art, literature, games, and music. Classes cultivate positive peer socialization,...

Angel Wings Daycare Center

Angel Wings Daycare Center

5363 W North Ave, Chicago, IL

After school program, Head Start, music classes. Children 6 weeks up to 12 years old. No registration fees. We accept cash and Action for Children Grant Program. Open Mon-Fri 6am-9p.m. Located on North ave and Long Ave and on 4248 S King drive. Nutritional meals served everyday. Offer drop in...

Agape Child Care

Agape Child Care

1237 W. Greenleaf, Chicago, IL

Hello, my name is Rosalind. I operate Agape Child Care Service. I am an in-home Child Care Provider. I have twenty years' experience as a licensed Childcare Provider in the City of Chicago. I relinquished my license in Excellent Standing in '2022. At which time I relocated to St. Louis MO. to care...

EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5244 N LAKEWOOD AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $255/mo

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...

Kids Network Academy

Kids Network Academy

2930 N Campbell, Chicago, IL

Kids Network Academy is located in Logan Square with an unique focus on diversity and cultural responsiveness. We boast a diverse child population representing many different cultural groups. Our young scholars and parents, regardless of their cultural status, feel respected in our school. We ensure...

Sunnyside Daycare

Sunnyside Daycare

3542 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago, IL

1.0

(1)

We are a fully licensed Childcare facility with programs for Pre-K (2-4 years), Kindergarten (5-6 years) and Before/After-School (7-12 years). We are open from 6am to 6pm and highly qualified and well-trained staff members. We are certified in CPR, adult, child and Infant first aid care. We work...

Dreamers Child Care

Dreamers Child Care

2682 Golf Rd, Glenview, IL

Dreamers Childcare and preschool!! Our center offers love and learning under one roof! Here at Dreamers, we provide a second home for your child, a place of comfort and security. Our infant/toddler program provides a secure environment that is fulfilling, enriching and supporting of all possible...

Happy Child Day Care, Inc.

Happy Child Day Care, Inc.

7750 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

At Happy Child Day Care Center, our goal is not only to provide quality educational experiences for children but also to be become a  character building center. We focus in the use of the child senses (touching, smelling, listening, tasting and looking). In which the developmental areas go hand...

GROWING SEEDS PRESCHOOL LLC

GROWING SEEDS PRESCHOOL LLC

2750 NORTH RACINE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $1760/mo

Growing Seeds Preschool is located at the Lincoln Park / DePaul / Lakeview neighborhood. We offer full-time, part-time and half-day programs for children ages 2 to 5 years old.

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