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Recent family daycare reviews in Island Lake, IL

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

5.0

I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where she sticks to the rules so kids...

- Jackie B.

Kidz Ur Us Affordable Daycare

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.

Anthea's Home Day Care

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 repeating words!) right away. But...

- Sarah

Kiki's Little TLC

5.0

Love Kiki's little TLC! It's a great learning and fun environment for children. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!

- Mary W

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

Family daycares in Island Lake, IL

Amy's Home Care

3324 Highland Drive, Island Lake, IL

Hi, my name is Amy and I operate a family child care home in Island Lake. I have a degree in Child Development/Family Living with a minor in Nutrition from Western Illinois University. I have been working with children in both day care homes and day care centers since graduating from college. My...

Daycare 4 U

P.O. Box 1972, Island Lake, IL

I have been caring for children in my home since 1997 and have a true love for seeing smiling little faces everyday. I have children of my own who are all in school full time. Over the years we have developed the most wonderful relationships with families that will surely last a lifetime. Please...

VLC - Vickie's Learning Center

4713 Southhampton Drive, Island Lake, IL

We firmly believe that a child needs a good foundation of active experiences before entering kindergarten. The socialization skills go beyond sharing, and children can develop life-long learning skills when they become interested in investigating their environment and learning how to do big-kid...

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.


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


Kiki's Little TLC

Kiki's Little TLC

260 Prestwicke Blvd, Algonquin, IL

5.0

(2)

'Kiki's Little TLC', is a small in-home childcare located in Algonquin, for newborns to school age kids. I offer developmental appropriate play-based activities such as; sensory arts & crafts, reading, music, French teaching, outdoor activities, zoo, parks, and library adventures. 'Kiki's Little...
5.0
"Kiki was our nanny for my newborn son and 18 month old daughter. Simply put, she is amazing. She is positive, loving and incredibly gifted when it comes to connecting with kids. We had to stop using her when we moved out of state and we keep in touch to this day....

Felice P.


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


Raechel's Child Care

Raechel's Child Care

18191 W. Big Oaks Road, Grayslake, IL

Warm, caring, family-like daycare provided in my home. I am located in Wildwood, IL, (unincorporated Grayslake) close to 120 and 45, in the Woodland School District (Gurnee 50) and the Wildwood Park District. Convenient to I94 for commuting families. I have been providing home daycare for over 20...

Learn And Grow Home Daycare

Learn And Grow Home Daycare

501 Bedford Lane, Volo, IL

Welcome!! I am Cecil, I have 10 years experience as a Teacher and Childcare provider. I have one son and he is 18 months old, I really love being with kids. Learn and Grow is a licensed home daycare, I am open 7:00am to 6:00pm M-F. I will provide healthy snacks and meals, we are doing curriculum...

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.

Fields House

Fields House

26205 W Cooney Island Road, Ingleside, IL

1.0

(1)

Welcome to the Fields House! We are parents and we were completely unsatisfied with the childcare and education options locally so we designed the Fields House to be something different and unique. We thought of our 'wish list' we had when we were searching for childcare for our children, and we...

Home Sweet Home Childcare

Home Sweet Home Childcare

1384 Windsor Lane, Grayslake, IL

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...

Bambino Land Child Care

Bambino Land Child Care

1559 Valencia Way, Mundelein, IL

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...

The Nest Schools Barrington

The Nest Schools Barrington

310 James Street, BARRINGTON, IL

At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a...

Lisa H

Lisa H

1276 Chesterfield Ln., Grayslake, IL

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...

The Little Garden School

The Little Garden School

9215 Gardner Road, Fox River Grove, IL

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...

Step By Step

Step By Step

3 Schober Ct., Cary, IL

In home childcare services by loving Mom of 4 full-time students.

Teresa M

Teresa M

140 N. Prairie Ave, Mundelein, IL

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.

The Caterpillars Club

The Caterpillars Club

9 Clipper Court, Grayslake, IL

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.

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