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Recent family child care reviews in Lake Forest, 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.

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.

Auntie Gwen's Child Care

5.0

Don't know a kid that didn't leave this daycare ready to take on Kindergarten! Gwen truly loves kids, and makes efforts in connecting children with their parents.

- Geraldine R

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.

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.

Family child care in Lake Forest, IL

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...

Loving Home Daycare

Loving Home Daycare

2545 Live Oak Lane, Buffalo Grove, IL


Amazing Kids Daycare

Amazing Kids Daycare

1985 Cloverdale Ave, Highland Park, IL

Amazing Kids Daycare is a high-quality home based DCFS licensed daycare since 1999. We are a small program with individualized care for kids 3 months - 3 years old. We offer a safe, loving environment where your child will be accepted, loved, nurtured, and stimulated. We specialize in...

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...

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.


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.


Auntie Gwen's Child Care

1500 N Martin Ave, Waukegan, IL

5.0

(2)

Established in 2013, Auntie Gwen's Child Care offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
5.0
"Excellent care for nfants and toddlers"

Jamie S.


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
"Susan is a truly to notch daycare provider. She has taken superb care of our children and they love her. Kidz Daycare is a safe loving environment where children learn and are loved."

Tim B


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.


Little Angels

Little Angels

6759 Tribal Court, Long Grove, IL

5.0

(2)

Beautiful home daycare in Long Grove. I am parent of two wonderful children with over years of experience working in daycare and as a nanny. I have great passion for children. CPR and First Aid trained, in process with State Licensing. Nutritionally minded meals, very clean home, smoke and pet free...
5.0
"Great daycare to place those precious little ones at. I could leave them behind without any worries cause I know they are in good hands. The kids are feed homemade puree and food. They are always attend to. The area is clean and safe. Very close monitoring...

Esther K


Dayspring Montessori School

950 Northbrook Ave, Northbrook, IL

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Amazing school with fantastic and loving teachers. Wonderful, clean, happy learning environment. I love school's philosophy and approach to the kids. The teachers not only teach kids about knowledge but also help kids learn to be more independent. Along with the...

Maggie T.


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.


Birde's Daycare

2919 20TH PLACE, North Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

5.0
"my day care name is Biedie's day care"

Shirley B.


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...

Noelle's Daycare

Noelle's Daycare

234 N Garfield Ave, Mundelein, IL

I am a Mother to 3 teens who love being my assistants! They are home-schooled, well 2 are now because they are so far ahead, my oldest is 16 and has finished high school 2.5 years early! Children grow with love and the right guidance and direction. I am more interested in a child's emotional...

Home Day Care

1613 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL

Hi, I am offering affordable child care service at my residence at Northbrook. I have experience working with all kind of kids with different abilities. I worked with NSSRA for a year. I love kids.and I would love to spend my day time with your kids, while my own kids will be in school.

Patti-Cake Child Care Center & Preschool

1298 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL

Patti-Cake Child Care Center & Preschool takes pride in an environment that provides a positive experience for children both academically and socially. Their philosophy in child care is child-centered and oriented toward future educational, social and academic success. They make learning fun while...

Starland -Stepping Stones

445 Pine St, Deerfield, IL

Starland provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Deerfield, 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 start possible.

Cheryl V

4124 B Sargo PL, Great Lakes, IL

Hello, my name is Cheryl, and I enjoy watching children. I am 33 yrs. old and a proud mom of an 11 yr. old. I have tons of experience with kids ages newborn to 12 years of age. I am offering Reliable 24 hour care- Flat rate 150.00 wk, sibling discount, All nutrition meals and snack provided,...

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...

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