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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Wauconda, IL

Bambino Land Child Care

5.0

Julie is an amazing childcare provider! She watched my kids up until kindergarten. The best home cooked meals, safe and lovely environment. I trust her and recommend her 100%! We miss her alot!

- Juliana P.

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.

Happy Home Care

5.0

I would just like to say that this daycare is filled with fun and loving workers and children. My daughter has grown into a smart and mannered little girl. I would definitely send my future kids here if I ever have more. And I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for somewhere that feels...

- Kaitlyn A

Home Sweet Home Childcare

5.0

I've been coming to Mary for years through multiple pregnancies... She has raised my kids like her own...

- Michael B

Teresa M

5.0

Teresa has been nothing short of a blessing to our family. We hired her to care for our newborn daughter when I returned to work - she was 11 weeks old at the time. Teresa is very loving and nurturing and takes great pride in helping children meet developmental milestones ahead of expected...

- Andrea D.

Drop-in daycares in Wauconda, IL

Miss Kim's Learning Ladder

2469 Cascade Court, Wauconda, IL

Miss Kim's Learning Ladder is a new in home day care center. In my home your child will receive exceptional care while having fun and learning! A day in my center includes play time, age appropriate crafts and lessons, healthy meals, naps, circle time, stories, silly song/dance time. I have...

Jennifer A

26186 N Rand Rd, Wauconda, IL

I currently work at a daycare and work with 2-4 yr olds. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have my CDA in infants and toddlers. I love working with children. I am currently looking to watch children on weekends and maybe nights to earn extra money.

We Care For You Nursing Agency

421 Oak Grove Circle, Wauconda, IL

We care for you Nursing agency is a Private HomeHealth Care agency for sick children. If your child is sick and parents are unable to leave work, just call our agency we will send out a private nurse to pick up the sick child and care for him or her in the privacy of their own home.If the child will...

5.0

(2)

My name is Julie. I'm a mother to friendly and sweet 14-year-old twin girls. I am willing to share my home and loving attention with more children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years. I realize that not every mother gets the privilege of staying home with their little ones, so if I can help your family by...
5.0
"Julie is an amazing childcare provider! She watched my kids up until kindergarten. The best home cooked meals, safe and lovely environment. I trust her and recommend her 100%! We miss her alot!"

Juliana P.


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
"Miss Angela is absolutely the best of the best! I don't know where to begin, she has become such a special person in our lives. She takes amazing care of my little ones and we trust her like family. My girls are always soooo excited to go to Miss Angela's house,...

Allison K.


Happy Home Care

Happy Home Care

727 Fieldale Ln., Grayslake, IL

5.0

(1)

Licensed childcare, Gurnee/Grayslake area, full-time/part-time, 6 weeks to 12 years, meals and snacks provided. Early Childhood Education, CPR and First Aid certified, no smoking, no pets, loving nurturing home.
5.0
"I would just like to say that this daycare is filled with fun and loving workers and children. My daughter has grown into a smart and mannered little girl. I would definitely send my future kids here if I ever have more. And I would definitely recommend to anyone...

Kaitlyn A


Home Sweet Home Childcare

Home Sweet Home Childcare

1384 Windsor Lane, Grayslake, IL

5.0

(1)

Home Sweet Home Child Care is a Licensed Day Care Home that takes pride in providing a home away from home for your child while you're away. We promote a happy, healthy, and loving environment filled with manners and respect so the children can thrive, grow, and learn. My goal is to prepare the...
5.0
"I've been coming to Mary for years through multiple pregnancies... She has raised my kids like her own..."

Michael B


Teresa M

Teresa M

140 N. Prairie Ave, Mundelein, IL

3.0

(2)

I have been in childcare for 20+ years. I have been a preschool teacher, private nanny to running my own daycare. I love watching a young child's mind absorb all that is around it.
5.0
"Teresa has been nothing short of a blessing to our family. We hired her to care for our newborn daughter when I returned to work - she was 11 weeks old at the time. Teresa is very loving and nurturing and takes great pride in helping children meet developmental...

Andrea D.


Tiny Treasures

Tiny Treasures

2518 N Stratford Lane, Round Lake Beach, IL

5.0

(1)

Tiny Treasures is a quality, state licensed Home Daycare located in Round Lake Beach, IL. We serve ages newborn to 12 years of age. Our Business Hours are Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 6:00pm. We do accept the USDA food program. Dawn Hasley is a mature Home Daycare Provider with over 25 Years of home...
5.0
"Dawn or "Dee Dee" has been caring for our children for the last 5 years. She has cared for my son since he was 18 months old and my daughter since she was 12 weeks old. Dawn is absolutely wonderful with the kids. She cares for our children the same way my husband...

Sandi M.


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
"I was so thrilled to find the Little Garden School!! It was exactly what I was searching for, for so long. The environment is warm and inviting with lots of natural toys for the little ones and fantastic educational materials for the older kids. The staff is very...

Polina S.


Anthea's Home Day Care

Anthea's Home Day Care

3402 W Lorient Dr, McHenry, IL

5.0

(1)

Loving mother of 3 (16, 5 and 3 months) available to watch children in my home. I have been a working parent and understand wanting care that keeps you feeling like your children are safe and being well taken care of. I can provide a comfortable home experience for your children along with keeping...
5.0
"Anthea was amazing with our daughter! She watched her right after I went back to work following my maternity leave. She did a great job of enforcing a schedule and making sure she was learning (lots of time practicing rolling over and eventually using utensils and...

Sarah


Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

26747 W. Apple Tree Lane, Barrington, IL

5.0

(2)

Apple Tree Preschool and Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility in Barrington, Illinois. My name is Diane Scardino, I have been providing licensed childcare for 25 years. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education and I am a member of local childcare associations. My assistant and I...
5.0
"Apple Tree Daycare is a wonderful home daycare facility. My daughter has been going to Ms. Diane and Ms. Anita since she was 4 months old. She absolutely loves them both, all of her friends and all of the fun activities she gets to do everyday. My daughter...

Mary J


Kidz Ur Us Affordable Daycare

Kidz Ur Us Affordable Daycare

PO Box 7780, Volo, IL

5.0

(1)

Hello, I am a mother of two wonderful kids, B. is 8 years old and D. is 6. Raising my kids, has given me first-hand experience and made it clear that I want a career on working, motivating, teaching, loving, inspiring and cherishing children. I consider my business a child learning center with a...
5.0
"Affordable Daycare with a loving and fun home environment Day care is also a Learning Center where kids can learn Spanish , Portuguese and work on school homework!"

Leia S.


Over The Stars Home Daycare

Over The Stars Home Daycare

34359 N. Redtop Dr., Round Lake, IL

5.0

(2)

I am offering quality daycare to the families. Getting license from DCFS. I have a schedule that includes large motor, small motor, art, reading, outside time and meals. I believe the children should have fun while learning. Everyday new activities are planned for the children to do. Very clean and...
5.0
"Miss Danielle has truly gone above and beyond any home daycare we've experienced. She cares for my child like he is her own and spends the days constantly interacting with him and teaching him. She has daily menus, activities and reports so we always know what...

Mary B.


Children Of Glory

Children Of Glory

330 N. Fiore Park Way, Vernon Hills, IL

5.0

(1)

New home day care just open in Vernon Hills area ! Transferred from Highland park , IL. Experience preschool teacher , have a bachelor in psychology , worked in Montessori school , tutor time , Bethany learning center and doing Volunteer teaching in school . I had a home day care in Highland Park...
5.0
"Ms Nasrin is very understanding and puts the child's best interest first and she tries to make the kids feel at ease and at home. She is good with little ones especially and drop offs have never been so easy. She is well experienced, very prompt at providing...

Harish A.


Lisa H

Lisa H

1276 Chesterfield Ln., Grayslake, IL

5.0

(1)

I have been a child care provider for 20 years and love what I do. I have two children of my own, ages 23 years old and 20 years old. I offer a preschool program for all kids.I am using the High Reach Learning system and am very happy with what my kids are learning. I have had kids go to...
5.0
"We have been coming here for 2 years and feel like a part of her family. My kids have learned so much and everyday have wonderful stories to tell about their day."

Lisa S.


I & G Family Daycare

I & G Family Daycare

326 E Lake Park Ave, Round Lake, IL

5.0

(1)

We operate a small family home day care and are different than a Day Care Center because the number of children that are enrolled is limited. By staying small, we are able to provide the quality care and nurturing atmosphere that your child deserves, which makes our home day care a premium service....
5.0
"When I started searching for a daycare center for my children, I knew that I wanted an in-home daycare. I wanted my children to feel the love they would feel at home. I&G Family daycare provides a comfortable, safe, friendly environment, tons of activities, and...

S.


Haley Pellot

Haley Pellot

Grove Ave, McHenry, IL

5.0

(3)

Hello! Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I am married, we have two young dogs and I am a mother of two amazing kiddos. I have a 10 yr old daughter who is a cheerleader for MJW, she loves animals, young children and has a big heart! I also have a 3y old boy. He is also very loving, plays...
5.0
"Haley has babysat my children for years. She also watched them fulltime for an entire summer. She was awesome! She did activities with them, kept them busy and provided healthy meals. The kids love her and I do too!"

Sarah B


The Caterpillars Club

The Caterpillars Club

9 Clipper Court, Grayslake, IL

1.0

(1)

The Caterpillars Club has 26 years of experience offering child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6:30am until 5:30pm. Two full time positions open immediately, two part time positions open also available.

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.

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