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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Gilberts, IL

Prince & Princess Childcare

5.0

Andrea is a wonderful provider to my two sons, age 2 months and 2 years. I never have to worry about them while I'm at work. She is so loving and fun and I know that my boys are getting the best care possible!

- Kate M.

Home Away From Home Daycare

5.0

I absolutely love and trust Sue with my two little ones. My family has sent our child/children there for the past 7 years. You can tell she loves what she does and loves the children even more. I would not send my kids anywhere else. I always refer my friends to her! She's absolutely amazing and...

- Danielle B

Michele's Home Daycare

5.0

Michele has been watching my daughter since she was 6 months old (she is 2 and a half now). I couldn't as for a more loving and caring environment. If you need a reference, please reach out to me.

- Julie S.

Drop-in daycares in Gilberts, IL

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...

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.

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...

Sunshine Child Care

Sunshine Child Care

1162 Preston Ave., Elgin, IL

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...

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...

"It's Time For A Hug" Daycare

"It's Time For A Hug" Daycare

6005 Bur Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

**CURRENTLY HAVE JUST 2 OPENINGS LEFT FOR AGES 3 and up. Welcome to "IT'S TIME FOR A HUGE" Daycare. You've found the right place!!!! I have open arms for more little friends to join our daycare family! I am confident that how you feel about your job makes a world of difference in how you will...

Caryn's Corner

Caryn's Corner

2464 Anna Way, Elgin, IL

Hello! I'm Caryn and I have 4 children ages 1 to 12. Your child deserves a safe and fun learning environment. You can be sure your little one is treated with kindness and patience within my care. Both you and your child are unique and we are flexible to the different needs that you may require....

The Little Garden School

The Little Garden School

9215 Gardner Road, Fox River Grove, IL

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...

Home Away From Home Daycare

Home Away From Home Daycare

201 Garden Drive, Elgin, IL

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...

Loving Careducation

Loving Careducation

185 Northlight Pass, Lake in the Hills, IL

I have been an Early Education provider for 10+ years. I have recently made the decision to leave the center setting and work more 1 on 1 with a family out of my home. I recently took guardianship of twins so I have plenty of first-hand experience with infants through elementary age groups. I also...

Happy Apple Home Daycare

Happy Apple Home Daycare

1379 Beachview Rd, Pingree Grove, IL


Prince & Princess Childcare

Prince & Princess Childcare

1609 Montclair Drive, Elgin, IL

5.0

(4)

I am a loving and energetic mother of a 2 year old boy and 4 year old girl and am looking to care for children in my home year round. I have babysat for over 10 years for newborns to 12 years old. I believe that children need and deserve a lot of individual attention throughout the day; therefore, I...
5.0
"We LOVE Andrea! In short, I was referred to Andrea by my boss, and she makes me very comfortable dropping my son off every day (with a smile on his face!)."

Jamie C.


Licensed daycare for 26 years. CPR, First Aid certified. Great references. I have been doing this since my children were little. Usually I don't have a big turnover. This is one of the first times. All my babies grew up and are in school now. Fenced in back yard, activities inside and out. Have...
5.0
"I wouldn't send my daughter anywhere else. Sue loves the kids and teaches them so much. The price isn't bad either."

Nicole N


Michele's Home Daycare

Michele's Home Daycare

3031 Baldwin Lane, Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Michele. I live in Lake in the Hills near Sunset Park. I have been providing daycare out of my home for over 22 years. I provide a loving, caring, and safe environment. I provide meals, snacks, curriculum, and play time. I have watched children from the ages of newborns up to 10...
5.0
"Michele has been watching my daughter since she was 6 months old (she is 2 and a half now). I couldn't as for a more loving and caring environment. If you need a reference, please reach out to me."

Julie S.


Pingree's Peace Of Mind

41W009 Public St, Pingree Grove, IL

5.0

(1)

PINGREE'S PEACE OF MIND Peace of Mind: the absence of stress and anxiety. This is exactly how you will feel with your child(ren) in our care. Pingree's Peace of Mind is an in-home daycare with competitive rates right in Pingree Grove! I have over ten years experience in both private nannying...

South Elgin KinderCare

South Elgin KinderCare

2395 Bowes Rd., Elgin, IL

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

South Street KinderCare

2485 South Street, ELGIN, IL


Crystal Starr's Kids!

Crystal Starr's Kids!

71 North Lincoln Avenue, Carpentersville, IL

Hello! My name is, Crystal, I'm 36 years old. and I am a stay at home mom and love to work out of my home. I'm a mom to 6 and have over 13 years experience. I absolutely love children. I know that I will play a big part in their lives and that it is a gift to be a part of impacting their lives...

Spring Street KinderCare

1250 West Spring Street, SOUTH ELGIN, IL


South Elgin KinderCare

South Elgin KinderCare

1250 W. Spring Street, South Elgin, IL

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

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