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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Gilberts, IL

Miles Of Smiles Daycare

5.0

Nicole at Miles of Smiles Daycare was fantastic! Our two boys instantly felt welcomed and comfortable in her care and loved going each day. The daycare's size is small enough where children are receiving personalized, individualized care but still get to enjoy the socialization aspects. There is a...

- Care member

Miss Angela's Home Daycare

5.0

Wonderful caregiver located in a great neighborhood with happy respectful children of her own. Definitely a blessing to have Angela care for your children when needed!

- Sydney M.

The Little Garden School

5.0

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

- Jill S

Naghma's Family Child Care

5.0

My two toddlers have been going there since they were 2 and have a blast there. They have honestly started to behave better since they are around other kids there. Im grateful for their help in assisting me with a discounted rate for my little family. If it wasn't for you guys I don't know what I...

- Brendan

Sunshine Child Care

5.0

I am so glad I chose Sunshine Child Care! Loretta does a wonderful job and my son is very happy there. He has learned a lot and she really goes the extra mile always! She is really devoted to the kids and very attentive. Very happy about my choice, couldn't be happier that I chose Sunshine.

- Lory P.

Drop-in daycares in Gilberts, IL

Stephanie's Care

Stephanie's Care

580 Telluride Dr., Gilberts, IL


Miles Of Smiles Daycare

Miles Of Smiles Daycare

2941 Hillsboro Ln., Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0

(3)

Hello! My name is Nicole. Welcome to the Miles of Smiles Daycare, where we are very excited to meet with you and your family. I'm located in Lake in the Hills, IL (by Sunset Park). I love taking care of children. I believe in developing a whole child with their social, emotional, cognitive and...
5.0
"Children enjoy the caring setting with activities to allow them to have fun and learn a few things as well Nourishing snacks and lunch are served during the day."

Robert M


Miss Angela's Home Daycare

Miss Angela's Home Daycare

48 Honeysuckle Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

5.0

(12)

Hello! I am looking to care for children ages 15 months - 5 years. I would prefer clients who are teachers or have a similar schedule. However, I am also able to accommodate a part time schedule. I can begin mid-late August of 2019. In addition to over 25 years of experience caring for children,...
5.0
"I don't know where to begin in my recommendation of our beloved Miss Ang... she has cared for our youngest daughter, now almost 5, since she was a year old. She is the only person outside of our family that we have ever trusted to care for any of our four children....

Jennifer J.


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

Jill S


Little Angels Childcare

Little Angels Childcare

6002 Hampton Dr, Carpentersville, IL

5.0

(1)

My in home childcare has immediate openings for children, ages newborn and up, My program is a full day, full year program for your child. We design our academic curriculum based on the Illinois Early Learning Standards for Pre-K and to build school readiness skills for kindergarten. Center type...

Naghma's Family Child Care

Naghma's Family Child Care

4302 Larkspur Lane, Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0

(2)

We are a family child care business that we run from our home. We are a mother daughter team that tackles education (children's homework) and play time together. My mom is the fun energetic one that loves to run jump and play with the kiddos and I am more of the get your homework done before you can...
5.0
"My two toddlers have been going there since they were 2 and have a blast there. They have honestly started to behave better since they are around other kids there. Im grateful for their help in assisting me with a discounted rate for my little family. If it wasn't...

Brendan


Sunshine Child Care

Sunshine Child Care

1162 Preston Ave., Elgin, IL

5.0

(1)

Sunshine Child Care is a private in-home daycare offering a positive, loving, and safe environment. I am a professional licensed child care provider with several years experience. My home is conveniently located in Elgin just a couple minutes from the I-90 tollway. Our daily schedule consist of a...
5.0
"I am so glad I chose Sunshine Child Care! Loretta does a wonderful job and my son is very happy there. He has learned a lot and she really goes the extra mile always! She is really devoted to the kids and very attentive. Very happy about my choice, couldn't be...

Lory P.


Home Away From Home Daycare

Home Away From Home Daycare

201 Garden Drive, Elgin, IL

4.0

(1)

I have been a licensed head teacher in Early Childhood Education for over 25 years.I offer affordable rates with full and part-time care. I am experienced and well trained in childcare.I know each child is a individual and they are treated with kindness and respect.I have been a head teacher in...
4.0
"I've truly enjoyed having my children at this in-home daycare for the past 4 years. Jenny has cared for both of my children since birth and prepared them for traditional daycare in such a way, that they are both excelling academically well beyond their...

Ladaska B.


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
"Kiki was our nanny for my newborn son and 18 month old daughter. Simply put, she is amazing. She is positive, loving and incredibly gifted when it comes to connecting with kids. We had to stop using her when we moved out of state and we keep in touch to this day....

Felice P.


Kidzworld Learning Centre

Kidzworld Learning Centre

11N415 Hunter Trail, Elgin, IL

5.0

(1)

My name is Christine. I am a mom of six children and I home schooled all of them. I am a licensed daycare located in Elgin, west of Randall Rd. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I also teach a full preschool curriculum during school year, piano, and have circle time with the little ones singing and...
5.0
"We interviewed with Chris to take care of our 3 month old. We were very impressed with her, her daycare atmosphere and the program she offered. The only reason we chose not to use her was that she was a little bit out of the way for our commute to work but would...

Blaine W.


Happy Apple Home Daycare

Happy Apple Home Daycare

1379 Beachview Rd, Pingree Grove, IL

3.7

(3)

5.0
"I have sent both of my daughters to Amie and Tino, and I cannot say a single bad thing about them. From day one, they have provided a warm, loving, and safe environment where my girls have thrived. They have truly been like family to us, helping to nurture, teach,...

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Kathryn's Nanny/Babysitting Service

Kathryn's Nanny/Babysitting Service

871 High Street, Elgin, IL

5.0

(2)

My name is Kathryn Miller and an experienced babysitter/nanny and mother. I am looking for a stable, long-term nanny position with a child near the age of my own (born early March, 2017). I would also be amenable to care in my home for a lower rate. I am also happy to take a part-time position if...
5.0
"Kathryn used to babysit for us regularly in the summer when she lived in Hanover Park. She was wonderful with my girls - took them to the park nearly every day and would do little crafts with them at home. Highly recommend."

Ashley S.


The Kids' Movement

The Kids' Movement

209 Rainbow Drive, Sleepy Hollow, IL

Your child will spend their days in a space that has an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. We see great blue herons, cranes, deer, hawks, and more! If we want to grow heart-centered, intelligent, creative children...they need to see and experience the seasons, feel the sunlight, breathe fresh...

Little Llamas Home Day Care

Little Llamas Home Day Care

296 Hickory Drive, Crystal Lake, IL

Little Llamas is a home day care located in Crystal Lake, IL. We are available for full and part time child care for all ages. Meals are included in the weekly cost. Little Llamas is owned and run by Ashley Castellano. Background check is available and both Ashley and her oldest daughter are...

Happy Hippos Daycare

Happy Hippos Daycare

5402 CROSSVIEW LN, Lake in the Hills, IL

Hello! My name is Juliana! Welcome to the Happy Hippos Daycare where we are very excited to meet with you and your family. I am located in Lake in the Hills, IL. I love taking care of children! I believe in developing a whole child with their social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. I...

Today's Tots Home Daycare

Today's Tots Home Daycare

1404 Gardina Vista, Crystal Lake, IL

In-Home Childcare/ Full-Time (5 days per week) Part-Time (3-4 days per week) During the month, many activities take place which help promote basic skills (letter & number recognition, color & shape recognition, large motor skills, small motor skills, etc.) - Meals & Snacks Included in...

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.

Jamie's Babysitting

Jamie's Babysitting

21 South Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL

I m a mom of 2 little boys and am running a very small family care daycare. I provide wholesome home cooked meals that are mostly organic. We also have preschool time in the morning before lunchtime. In the afternoon we will have outdoor play time weather permitting. My sons are 4 years old and...

Tots O Fun

Tots O Fun

1462 Exeter Lane, South Elgin, IL

We are a duel daycare living next door to each other. We are willing and ready to be kept on my toes. Gail has one son who is 1 years old and Cherise has twins who are 4 years old. We want to build the environment with other children and be able to teach other children new and exciting things. We...

Miss Mindy's Daycare

Miss Mindy's Daycare

1465 Umbdenstock Road, Elgin, IL

Miss Mindy's Daycare has 2 immediate spots available. If you are looking for an educational, fun, loving environment for your child/children you have found the right place. Miss Mindy's Daycare is my in-home daycare ran by me Mindy Swanson. I am an early childhood educator with 10+ years of...

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