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Recent family child care reviews in Lake Forest, IL

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.

Little Bear Child Development Center

5.0

My daughter attended Little Bear during the 2014-2015 school year, which included during the Waukegan Teacher Strike. My daughter was bussed to Little Bear after her morning kinder class and stayed until late afternoon. The staff was amazing. My daughter has a hard time transitioning into new...

- Mary D.

Poko Loko Early Learning Center

5.0

My husband and I visited and interviewed a handful of childcare centers earlier in the year in preparation for our first child. We initially laughed at the name and didn't take it seriously until we visited. As soon as we walked in we were warmly greeted and made to feel as if our child was already...

- Heather H.

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.

Kidz Day Care

5.0

As a single mother new to the area, I very much appreciate how good Miss Susan has been to me and my little guy, Nate. He lights up every morning when he sees her even if he's having a bad morning. He just loves his Miss Susan to death. I would never take him anyplace else.

- Christie H.

Family child care in Lake Forest, IL

Bright Stars Kids University

Bright Stars Kids University

100 Village Grn, Lincolnshire, IL

Bright Stars Kids University (BSKU) is a day care center with a focus on education for young children ages 2 to 6. We create educational, healthy, safe, loving and fun atmosphere for your children. Our programs meet or exceed quality standards and support the emotional, social, behavioral and...

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...

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...

5.0

(6)

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.


Little Bear Child Development Center

653 Porter St, Waukegan, IL

3.0

(2)

Little Bear Child Development Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, Illinois, for kids from two to nine years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...
5.0
"My daughter attended Little Bear during the 2014-2015 school year, which included during the Waukegan Teacher Strike. My daughter was bussed to Little Bear after her morning kinder class and stayed until late afternoon. The staff was amazing. My daughter has a hard...

Mary D.


Poko Loko Early Learning Center

Poko Loko Early Learning Center

1601 Northwind Boulevard, Libertyville, IL

5.0

(1)

Welcome to Poko Loko Early Learning Center, a child care facility located on 1601 Northwind Boulevard in Libertyville, IL. We specialize in infant and toddler daycare, preschool through kindergarten education, and have full day and half day programs available. Our certified staff is trained in...
5.0
"My husband and I visited and interviewed a handful of childcare centers earlier in the year in preparation for our first child. We initially laughed at the name and didn't take it seriously until we visited. As soon as we walked in we were warmly greeted and made...

Heather H.


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 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...

Nicole M.


Kidz Day Care

1531 Glenn Dr, North Chicago, IL

5.0

(6)

Kidz Day Care in North Chicago, Illinois is a home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 8 children from six weeks to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth...
5.0
"As a single mother new to the area, I very much appreciate how good Miss Susan has been to me and my little guy, Nate. He lights up every morning when he sees her even if he's having a bad morning. He just loves his Miss Susan to death. I would never take him...

Christie H.


TT Missy's Family Daycare

715 18th St, North Chicago, IL

TT Missy's Family Daycare provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in North Chicago, Illinois, for preschool kids. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start...

JCYS Northwest Family Center

1700 Weiland Road, Buffalo Grove, IL

Our developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum encourages children's creativity, fosters self-esteem and socialization, and establishes a love of learning. Through our Infant & Toddler Care, Preschool, Before & After School Programs, and Horner Grove Summer Day Camp, JCYS serves families of...

Children's Garden Daycare, Inc.

18 Philippa Ave, Waukegan, IL

Children's Garden Daycare, Inc. provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, Illinois, for kids of all ages. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best...

Sound Garden Day Care

116 Lions Dr Ste C, Lake Zurich, IL

Sound Garden Day Care provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Lake Zurich, Illinois, for kids from two to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the...

Children's Garden Day Care

18 Philippa Ave., Waukegan, IL

Children's Garden Day Care is a safe and nurturing place in Waukegan, Illinois that offers educational child care services. The company serves children from infants through school-age children in a comfortable environment that supports growth and development. The staff at Children's Garden Day Care...

When I Grow Up Incorporated

2030 Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL

The When I Grow Up Incorporated is a licensed child care center located in North Chicago, IL. It can accommodate maximum of 68 children. They cater to ages 6 weeks old to 12 years of age. It was established in 2010 and has a student-teacher ratio of 24:1.

Cramer Montessori Ltd

450 S Butterfield Rd, Mundelein, IL

Cramer Montessori Ltd provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Mundelein, Illinois, for kids from three to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the...

Dream Baby Coaching

85 Oakmont Road, Highland Park, IL

I am a certified postpartum doula, certified in infant CPR, adult/child CPR, adult/child AED, Red Cross certified and have extensive experience working both in person and remotely. I am known by my friends and local community as "the British baby whisperer". I can work in your home if you live in...

Dayspring Montessori School

950 Northbrook Ave, Northbrook, IL

Dayspring Montessori School in Northbrook, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center that can accommodate up to 35 children from fifteen months to kindergarten. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall...

Magic Island

1141 N Arlington Heights Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL

Magic Island is a child care facility that provides daycare and educational programs for toddlers to kindergarten children who are 15 months old to six years old. Located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the company’s mission is to encourage children’s natural curiosity and address their age-specific...

Mommy's Daycare

Mommy's Daycare

35333 N Northern Ave, Waukegan, IL

My name is Silvia D Rodriguez, I've been in the childcare business for over 20 years. I am a State Licensed in Home Daycare with background check. I offer 2 state programs for low income families. My number one priority is making sure all children are happy and enjoying their time at Mommy's...

Gymboree Play & Music in Northbrook Court Shopping Center is a child care facility that offers various programs to children residing in Illinois. The company offers academic and enrichment programs that support the development of infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Gymboree Play & Music uses...

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