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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Prospect Heights, IL

Crescent Childcare Home

5.0

Asima, the owner and care giver, is very respectful of our wishes as parents. She also very clearly loves the children she watches. I appreciate the curriculum, while also maintaining a "learn from doing" mentality (allowing kids to learn from activities outdoors, etc). Asima is flexible to our...

- Nicole M.

Megan's House

5.0

Megan has kept my 9 month old and she was wonderful! She kept him busy with all kinds of fun activities and she kept me updated with texts/photos throughout the day. I was very impressed and had no worries while he was at her house. She also gives you a sheet at the end of the day showing...

- Jaimi C.

Karyn's Daycare

5.0

Karyn is the most amazing person you will ever meet! She is not just your typical daycare provider. Karyn cares for these kids as her own and loves them just as much as you do as their parent. She watched my oldest since 6 weeks of age; he currently is 4 years old. My youngest she watched for a...

- Stephanie S.

Kids Hut

5.0

This is truly like a second home. We sent both of our kids here and we could not have been more happy with how our kids were taken care of. They were truly and genuinely loved here, like a second home. I cannot rate Kids Hut highly enough. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. If you want a...

- Charlie

Andrea's Little Angels

5.0

My family has been using Andi for 16 years. My husband and I looked for daycare when using family became and issue. My husband, being European, believed ONLY family should watch your kids. So interviewing her was a HUGE STEP. He believed you never let a stranger watch your kids. That changed...

- Jessica V.

Drop-in daycares in Prospect Heights, IL

Cara*lot Home Child Care

Cara*lot Home Child Care

229 Montgomery Lane, Glenview, IL

Cara*lot Home Child Care is a home based daycare and preschool. I am a certified teacher with over 25 years of experience, and a mother of 2. I taught third grade for six years and have been operating my own home child care for the past 22 years. I am DCFS licensed to care for up to 12 children (8...

Miss Jacquie's

Miss Jacquie's

697 Drae Court, Wheeling, IL

Hi Parents!! Before beginning this adventure I was a nanny. (Live-in and live-out.) I was a nanny for 17 years before watching children at my home. I have worked as a nanny for families with 4 children, and I also have twin experience! They were 4 weeks old when I started and were 2 1/2 when...

Happy Days

Happy Days

7331 Arcadia St., Morton Grove, IL

My name is Vaso Noftsis. I am a mother and grandmother (Yiayia) from Greece who speaks both fluent English and Greek. I have been taking care of my grandchildren since they were born and love every moment of watching them grow and helping nurture them while my kids are working. I would love to meet...

Pattys Day Care

Pattys Day Care

577 Hawthorn Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL

I have openings in my small daycare home where your child will be safe and loved while making new friends.My fees are very reasonable and I have excellent references from my 35 years of child care experience. I am a mom of three and a grandma of Ten! My daycare is open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 5...

Hakuna Matata Daycare

Hakuna Matata Daycare

1835 Maryland Drive, Elk Grove Village, IL

I have provided childcare services for the past 12 years in my licensed home daycare. I have many years of being a babysitter or nanny before I started a home daycare. I became a licensed home daycare with the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) as of July 2013. I have three children,...

My Kempo

My Kempo

810 S Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL

We are a unique martial arts studio in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, that offers Boxing, Tai Chi, Viet Vo Dao, and Youth Boxing programs. We have more than 30 years experience in the teaching of these arts. Practicing martial arts improves cardiovascular fitness, concentration, and coordination. Our...

Crescent Childcare Home

Crescent Childcare Home

3278 Westview Drive, Northbrook, IL

5.0

(2)

Details regarding our Licensed Home Daycare Facility are listed below. High quality childcare for reasonable rates. Conveniently located in a ranch house with an acre of land. Flexible hours to meet your schedule. Discount for additional child. Menu based on organic food with fresh ingredients....
5.0
"Asima, the owner of Crescent, is absolutely wonderful. When I suddenly needed a caregiver for my toddler because my mother-in-law had to travel overseas, I contacted Asima to see if she could temporarily take care of my child. She was quick to respond and...

Lola L.


Megan's House

Megan's House

4331 Hoover Street, Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0

(1)

I've been a working professional for 10 years and now I want to leave the business world and fulfill my true passion........loving and playing with kids! I have two boys, 4 (almost 5) year old and 18 month old. I'm passionate about baby and child development and have had experience helping kids hit...
5.0
"Megan has kept my 9 month old and she was wonderful! She kept him busy with all kinds of fun activities and she kept me updated with texts/photos throughout the day. I was very impressed and had no worries while he was at her house. She also gives you a sheet at...

Jaimi C.


I have been doing in-home day care for over 25 years with kids ranging from infant and up. I believe in a family friendly environment that nurtures the well being of the child. I teach them the basics of letters, numbers, colors and shapes, and other developmental practices that will help guide...
5.0
"Karyn is the most amazing person you will ever meet! She is not just your typical daycare provider. Karyn cares for these kids as her own and loves them just as much as you do as their parent. She watched my oldest since 6 weeks of age; he currently is 4 years...

Stephanie S.


Kids Hut

9436 Leamington St, Skokie, IL

5.0

(2)

KID S HUT HOME DAY CARE Are you looking for quality day care in a safe, warm and loving environment? We provide holistic, child - centered care with many activities to keep children happy and active....
5.0
"This is the place that you want your child to be. There's nothing quite like being able to go about your daily schedule and not wonder if your child is safe or if your child is enjoying their day. I started at this daycare when my son was 10 months. The transition...

Hannah


Andrea's Little Angels

8925 Robin Drive, Des Plaines, IL

5.0

(1)

Experienced, affordable childcare in my loving home. I care for only a small number of children so that little ones get the attention and love they need and deserve. Go to work, worry free, knowing your child is safe and happy. Please call me for more information, questions, and references....
5.0
"My family has been using Andi for 16 years. My husband and I looked for daycare when using family became and issue. My husband, being European, believed ONLY family should watch your kids. So interviewing her was a HUGE STEP. He believed you never let a...

Jessica V.


A Mothers Touch Learning Academy

A Mothers Touch Learning Academy

1666 RAND RD, DES PLAINES, IL

Our mission at A Mother’s Touch is to provide a safe and loving place where children can learn and grow at their own pace. By providing children with opportunities to explore, experiment, and have meaningful social interactions, we foster independence which leads to higher self esteem and self...

SUNNY DAY CARE CENTER

275 E THACKER ST, DES PLAINES, IL

Starting at $300/mo


Cathy's Childcare

1440 Greenwood Ave, Deerfield, IL

For over 20 years I have been providing safe, loving, dependable childcare in my home. We go for walks daily where we usually end up at the park. The majority of my clients have been elementary and HPHS teachers. I provide snacks and lunches. I have taken in infants as young as 6 weeks. My rates and...

Palatine KinderCare

Palatine KinderCare

1653 N. Baldwin Rd., Palatine, 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...

VernonHills/Phillip KinderCare

VernonHills/Phillip KinderCare

5 Phillip Rd., Vernon Hills, 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...

Samantha's Care For Loved Ones

Samantha's Care For Loved Ones

709w Glencoe, Palatine, IL


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...

Vernon Hills Montesorri Academy

21 West Hawthorn Pkwy, VERNON HILLS, IL

WHY US: We are modern Montessori School conveniently located just off the Immokalee Rd! Your child will feel safe and busy all the time! Engaging curriculum with GREAT emphases in MUSIC that challenges each student! Effective foreign language acquisition through folk, country and popular songs...

Home Daycare "Edison Park"

6154 N. Odell Ave, Chicago, IL

I have a small home daycare in Edison Park near O'Hare right off I90 where the children get great one on one attention. I have over 14 years experience from daycare teacher with infants, toddler and preschool care and experience with special needs children. I am CPR and CNA certified. I will...

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