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Recent family child care reviews in Lake Forest, IL

Kidz Day Care

5.0

My little Adi loves to see Miss Susan every morning. I know she's in the best hands.

- Melinda

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.

YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

5.0

There staff is very thoughtful and considerate. Very nurturing g environment and give lots of one on one time. Large rooms and lots of activities and well thought out less plan.

- Jane ..

Wild Grace Nursery School

5.0

I cannot say enough good things about Wild Grace! Sending my child to daycare for the first time was nerve-wracking, but having the wonderful team at Wild Grace has made the transition a breeze. Our child gets wonderful care and endless activities, playtime and exploration. I would not hesitate...

- Kelsey R.

Jamie M's Home Day Care, Inc

5.0

My two little kids went to this AMAZING daycare. Miss Jamie is the most loving, thoughtful and caring teacher your little ones could ask for. Her teaching experience and professional approach will make any worry you might have to go away. Your children will feel welcomed and loved in her beautiful...

- Natalia

Family child care in Lake Forest, IL

Childrens Center of Lake Forest

28457 N Ballard Dr Ste A2, Lake Forest, IL

Childrens Center of Lake Forest provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Lake Forest, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...

Episcopal Church

400 E Westminster, Lake Forest, IL

Episcopal Church provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Lake Forest, Illinois, for kids from two to four years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best...

5.0

(5)

Kidz Day Care is located in North Chicago, IL and is within 10 minutes of most major businesses in the city (Great Lakes Naval Base, Abbott (Abbvie), Emco, Lovell VA, and Uline. My business has been established in the community for 26+ years. We provide PEACE OF MIND for working parents. The...
5.0
"My little Adi loves to see Miss Susan every morning. I know she's in the best hands."

Melinda


Bambino Land Child Care

Bambino Land Child Care

1559 Valencia Way, Mundelein, IL

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.


YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

610 PETERSON RD, LIBERTYVILLE, IL

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(1)

Family owned since 1989 At Young at Heart Center, we are singularly devoted to giving your child the best possible environment to develop basic socialization skills. Your child can enjoy exciting recreational activities and acquire learning skills that prepare them for kindergarten and elementary...
5.0
"There staff is very thoughtful and considerate. Very nurturing g environment and give lots of one on one time. Large rooms and lots of activities and well thought out less plan. "

Jane ..


Wild Grace Nursery School

Wild Grace Nursery School

237 Everts Pl, Highwood, IL

5.0

(1)

Wild Grace provides a boutique home-based childcare setting where every child is treated with respect, compassion, empathy, inclusiveness, and patience. Our philosophy and curriculum are a combination of various child development approaches focused on the WHOLE child.The Wild Grace approach will...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Wild Grace! Sending my child to daycare for the first time was nerve-wracking, but having the wonderful team at Wild Grace has made the transition a breeze. Our child gets wonderful care and endless activities, playtime and...

Kelsey R.


Jamie M's Home Day Care, Inc

Jamie M's Home Day Care, Inc

1400 Marcy Lane, Wheeling, IL

4.4

(7)

Opening August 2025, 2 yrs old or older** My home daycare is licensed by DCFS and Village. I have been in business for 24 years. With the proper DCFS paperwork filled out, I am also available to do back up care. I am a member of the state food program so your child will get balanced meals. I am...
5.0
"When we first moved to the area the first thing we found was daycare. We wanted to make sure that our kids would be taken care of by someone that we trust and that they will love. Choosing Jamie was the best decision ever. Both of our girls love going to Jamie's....

Sara T.


Pattys Day Care

Pattys Day Care

577 Hawthorn Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"My family was with Mrs Pat through 4 kids and 10 years. The level of dedication she showed to my children cannot be matched. Xoxo"

Holly


Little Love Bugs Learning Center

Little Love Bugs Learning Center

1311 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Little Love Bugs Learning Center is located in North Chicago, IL. Currently, I have openings for children, ages 2 to 5 years old. I also offer before and after school care for all school aged children. I will provide a loving, safe, and nurturing environment that will keep your little ones...
5.0
"Mrs. Serena, is such a loving and caring person! I knew my son was in great hands. She was very flexible when our work schedule would quickly change, my son loved going to her home. She even helped soooo much with potty training!! Never had any complaints. The...

Mercedez A.


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.


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.


Medeea Mayo Home Daycare

Medeea Mayo Home Daycare

2420 9th Pkwy, Waukegan, IL

We are a licensed, Accredited, QRS Star level 3 home daycare. Certified in First Aid, CPR and CDA. We provide care for children ages 6wks-12yrs. We strive to provide the best care for children not only physically but educationally and developmentally. This is a daycare where your child will learn...

Bundle Of Joy Childcare

Bundle Of Joy Childcare

1529 13TH STREET, Waukegan, IL

Bundle of Joy is a safe, loving daycare home with CDA, Silver star rating with ExceleRate Illinois and accredited with NAFCC. Our all-inclusive program provides quality childcare to children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and extracurricular activities. We...

Nature's Child Learning

Nature's Child Learning

1105 Midway Road, Northbrook, IL

Nature's Child Learning Center is a hands-on preschool inspiring our next generation through exploration. Our child led, home based curriculum provides a safe and stimulating environment to develop the whole child; physically, emotionally, socially and academically. Our Mission: At Nature's...

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...

Priceless Packages Preschoolers

Priceless Packages Preschoolers

1719 N. McAree Rd., Waukegan, IL

Priceless Packages Preschoolers Licensed Family Home Daycare North Waukegan IL, 60085 Qualifications: DCFS licensed DCFS background checked CPR & First Aid certified in pediatrics and adults Work w/USDA food program (providing nutritious FREE meals daily) CDA certified Accumulate over 100...

Sherri's In Home Day Care

Sherri's In Home Day Care

902 Lorie Ln, Lake Zurich, IL

My name is Sherri and I am a mom of 3 beautiful school age children. I have had more than one person say to me "they want to come back as one of my kids in their next life." I love being a mother and spending quality time with my children. When I was young I babysat before I had my own children, and...

Kathy's Daycare

Kathy's Daycare

1111 Dogwood Ct, Lake Zurich, IL

Childcare Monday-Friday, I have full-time/ openings in my Lake Zurich home. Newborns are welcome. I am a pastors wife and have been doing childcare in my home for over 25+ years! Very reasonable rates. Many references available. Please call me if you are interested. Thanks, Kathy (847) 334-2036.

Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights

Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights

880 W Dundee Road, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Happy Hippo Child Care

Happy Hippo Child Care

635 Hermitage, Deerfield, IL

A small home day care for children from 3 months to 5 years old. I am a mom to two children and have a degree in Education. Parents can be confident that their children will be getting lots of personal attention and love while here. They will have lots of time to play and learn. I live in a quiet...

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