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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Oak Lawn, IL

Word of Life Academy

5.0

Our family love this daycare and the staff is amazing. Such good people.

- James J.

Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

5.0

I love this daycare and I love Diana it's a amazing learning daycare hands on she's the best with Kids any kids and she work with all .

- Ravyn T

Toddler State University

5.0

I must say the owner and staff were great. You can tell they really care for the kids. They care for our children so well. I highly recommend Toddler State University!

- Care member

JAZZIMEN WYATT

5.0

Ms. Jazzimen is one of the best daycare providers that I’ve had. She is very loving and caring. And takes time to individualize care and learning. We’ve moved away and have been gone for about 6 months now and my daughter still talks about her and how she misses her. We absolutely love Ms. Jazzy!

- Care member

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

Drop-in child care in Oak Lawn, IL

KIDDIE STEPS 4

KIDDIE STEPS 4

1700 W. 63rd St., Oak Lawn, IL

Kiddie Steps 4 You Learning Center is a privately-owned early childhood learning facility; we consider ourselves a consumer service program, along with understanding the importance of investing in Human Capital. Parents who enroll a child in a child development center expect that enhancing the...

Word of Life Academy

Word of Life Academy

PO Box 438771, Evergreen Park, IL

4.4

(7)

Word of Life Academy provides care for all children. We specialize in children with special needs. Charity provides care for children, ages 8 weeks to 10 years of age. We offer a preschool enrichment program as well as before and after school care. We are fully licensed and certified to care for...
5.0
"We love it here. Such a warm and loving place."

Sarah L


Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

10108 S State St, Chicago, IL

5.0

(7)

My name is Diana Joyner I am the provider of Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare. I have 5 years of work experience & 10 years of volunteering services. My home daycare is licensed through DCFS. Our mission here is to allow our parents to have 100% accuracy in everything we do with our little ones to...
5.0
"Services here are absolutely AMAZING, my kids were very well cared for. staff and owner are wonderful, the daycare is lovely. Prices are very reasonable as well."

Kelsy M


Toddler State University

Toddler State University

8030 S HARVARD, Chicago, IL

5.0

(5)

Recreation Education is the culminating way for the future generation to learn, and retain new information and skills. Ms. Nika, Founder, specifically trains her staff to follow the employee motto, "Teach how THEY learn, not how YOU want to teach!" Toddler State University...
5.0
"Absolutely amazing Daycare, Clean, friendly and inviting environment where the kids and parents are treated like family. My child loves to go and don’t want to leave. I Would definitely recommend this daycare to everyone."

Care member


JAZZIMEN WYATT

JAZZIMEN WYATT

7623 S MAY ST, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $1000/mo

5.0

(10)

I offer all meals for the day, educational resources, art projects, field trips, daily communication with families, potty training starting at 2 years old, outside activities when weather permits, holiday photos FREE to parents, birthday parties, parent activities and so much more!! I offer...
5.0
"Ms. Jazzimen is one of the best daycare providers that I’ve had. She is very loving and caring. And takes time to individualize care and learning. We’ve moved away and have been gone for about 6 months now and my daughter still talks about her and how she misses...

Care member


We Are The Future Presidents

We Are The Future Presidents

843 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL

4.5

(8)

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
"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


The Growing Patch Home Daycare

The Growing Patch Home Daycare

State Line, Dolton, IL

The Growing Patch Home Dare Is A Facility Whose Motto Is Taking Our Children To The Next Chapter; It Is Our Goal To Help Those Young Bright Minds Become The Leaders Of Tomorrow's Future! We now offering Evening Childcare ONLY M-TH 6pm Until 12am And We Now Offer Extended Hours On Friday From...

Jennifer's Joyful Journeys

Jennifer's Joyful Journeys

8810 SOUTH PAXTON AVENUE, Chicago, IL

Jennifer's Joyful Journeys is a licensed home-based, quality childcare service where we provide care for children 0-12 years old. We currently have full-time openings available for evenings and overnights. For the flexible needs of families, we offer specialty services that include drop-in care,...

Keeper Of The Keys Learning Institute

Keeper Of The Keys Learning Institute

8400 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL

Keeper of the Keys Learning Institute is a safe and fun learning place. We provide each child with the structure of an educational facility while giving them the love and comfort of a home environment. We seek to assist each parent in caring for their child, assisting with pick-up and drop-off...

I Have A Dream Learning Daycare Center II

I Have A Dream Learning Daycare Center II

1741 W 79th Street, Chicago, IL

We are a newly opened daycare center, our 2nd of 2 locations serving the Englewood and surrounding area, with a max capacity of 113 children and currently serving 2 yr to 5-year-olds. We are DCFS Certified with a CPR/First-Aid trained staff. Also included is an On site Food Service manager offering...

Learning Sea LLC

Learning Sea LLC

5239 James Lane, Crestwood, IL

The Learning Sea is focused on teaching children to become confident, independent, and creative. Through our various services, the Learning Sea, LLC strives to provide services to children 1-18 years of age. Our programs are tailored to their individual strengths and challenges, all while...

Janet's Community Daycare Inc

Janet's Community Daycare Inc

8947 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL

Janets Community Daycare Inc offers the best care for our children we have a Lovin and caring staff we believe the children are our future it is our job to provide them with the best Educational skills so they can Learn,Play and Grow. We offer a healthy,safe, caring and loving environment for our...

Successful Beginnings Learning Center

Successful Beginnings Learning Center

105 E. 142nd St, Riverdale, IL

Successful Beginnings Learning Center offers a Christian nurturing environment for all children. Each classroom, from toddlers to school-age children, has age-appropriate environments to encourage children to learn, play, and explore. Each classroom has highly-trained teachers that are full of...

Royal Prep Daycare 2

Royal Prep Daycare 2

226 West 110th Place, Chicago, IL

Licensed Home Daycare/ Aftercare $150.00 a Week/ $70 Aftercare only Open 6am to 8m Ages 6 weeks to 12 years old Great staff and tutor/ Hot meals

Sun Down Care

Sun Down Care

5356 S Michgan Avenue, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Sun Down Care is an after hours child care service. The condo has been converted into a child friendly environment, and has a security system for all windows and doors. We offer care Tuesday - Thursday 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. and Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. - 8 a.m. our goal is to be available "when parents...
5.0
"Sun down care provides a safe, secure and interactive environment for children. The staff is also professional and friendly. It's a great option for date night!"

Shepale D.


Children's Paradise Day Care

Children's Paradise Day Care

5618 South Morgan St., Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

I will insure that your child will be loved and in excellent care here at Children Paradise Daycare. We provide a number of fun creative and interactive activities to keep your child engaged during our hours of operation, which are 6a.m. to 12a.m.
5.0
"EXCELLENT DAY CARE AND A VERY NICE LADY MS MAXWELL USE TO WATCH MY KIDS AND THEY LOVE HER"

Catherine R.


AT SHEILAS HOME DAY CARE WE OFFER A SAFE LEARNING ENVIONMENT FREE MEALS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE WE ARE FIRST AID AND CPR LICENSED.WE OFFER WINTER AND SUMMER PROGRAMS AGE 6WEEKS TO 12YEARS OLD PRIVATE PAY AND DHS APPROVED AND CDA APPROVED.
4.0
"Hi my name is sandy i just love Sheila's home day care she took my daughter in at the last minute and everything has been great for the past year."

Sheila N.


Baby Einstein Scholastic Day Care

15306 Vine Ae, Harvey, IL

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Mrs. Washington has an excellent curriculum for her home daycare. She is loving, patient and reliable"

Tenara W.


Happy Sprouts Childcare and Nursey

914 W. 111th St, Chicago, IL

Happy Sprouts Home Childcare and Nursery Location: Chatham Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday 6pm- 6am (Day Shifts and weekends available upon request) Meals/Snacks provided Ages: 6wks-10years $40 daily rates Drop in rates available starting at $15 per hr. (Minimum of...

Safe Trip Transportation

6200 S Greenwood, Chicago, IL

Safe Trip Transportation is a family owned and operated business. Providing transportation to school age children to and from school , daycare center pick up and drop off & even churches! We provide a safe and friendly environment for the kid's. We provide snacks for the children and text message...

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