Best Family Daycare in Park Ridge, IL

Q: What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Park Ridge, IL?

When looking for a family daycare near you in Park Ridge, IL, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

Q: How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Park Ridge, IL is right for my family?

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Park Ridge, IL, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

Q: What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Park Ridge, IL?

When choosing family daycare near you in Park Ridge, IL, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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Little Bird Child Care

5.0

Little bird is amazing. We are so grateful to have found Mazhar. We have sent 2kids here and both have flourished. Our youngest is still at little bird and we continue to be grateful to have found little bird. The kids get healthy meals made at the home everyday and they love love all the wonderful...

- Gladys M.

Narcisa's Daycare

5.0

I'm thrilled with Narcisa's daycare! She offers delicious homemade meals, flexible pickup and drop off times, and goes above-and-beyond to provide loving care. There also wasn't a scramble to find new care when my second child was born; I was offered a space as soon as I told Narcisa I was...

- Jennifer S

All Nations Day Care

5.0

Our children, now 7 and 4 spent their first 3 and 1 1/2 years with Mama Jennie. (My younger one would have been their longer but we moved.) She provides a loving and safe environment and truly loved our kids as if they were her own! She even put up with our use of cloth diapers! I would highly...

- Hallie

Debbie's Daycare Home

5.0

My son started with Debbie's Daycare when he was 8 months old and it has been a wonderful experience ever since. Debbie is like family to us and I am so glad we found her. She's warm, loving, patient, communicative and funny. She has truly helped me become a better parent. My son loves going to her...

- Care member

North Shore Home Daycare

5.0

We initially brought our son here with the idea that it would be for a month. It has now been 13 months! Our son receives affectionate and vigilant care. The days are flexible and if we need an extra day or two during the week, she is very accommodating.

- Nichole S.

Family daycares in Park Ridge, IL

Kamila & Kids @ Park Ridge

1271 N Northwest Hwy Apt 2, Park Ridge, IL

My name is Nataliia, I am a 30 years old/ I am currently a stay at home loving mom of a daughter 5 years old. I have always been a 2nd mom to a lot of people. I have helped raised my little brother and cousins. I love work with children, I'm a proactive and helpful person. I can make a schedule...

Maryana F

2208 W. Oakton Street, Park Ridge, IL

Hi!I have 5 years of experience in housekeeping and cooking.I work for families in Park Ridge.I love making house clean and neat that's why I love my job.

Little Bird Child Care

3854 Birchwood Avenue, Skokie, IL

5.0

(6)

Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching for a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Little Birds Child Care is the place where your child gets one on one attention. You will receive daily...

5.0

"Little Bird has cared for both of my children. My son was with LBC from 18 months to 3 years old. LBC did an amazing job preparing him for preschool. My daughter has been with LBC since 6 weeks old. She's blossomed and enjoys the variety of activities offered....

Erica A.

Narcisa's Daycare

2710 W Lunt Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

We're a bilingual home daycare located in West Rogers Park that provides families with care that makes you and your children feel like family. We specialize in the care of children from 6 weeks through 5 years old.we are available to take care of your child in my loving home during weekdays. We...

5.0

"I'm thrilled with Narcisa's daycare! She offers delicious homemade meals, flexible pickup and drop off times, and goes above-and-beyond to provide loving care. There also wasn't a scramble to find new care when my second child was born; I was offered a space as...

Jennifer S

All Nations Day Care

6226 N.Fairfield, Chicago, IL

5.0

(3)

I am a home base business. I have been in business for twelve years and have enjoyed each and every year. I service children from birth to four years old. I do have two older children that are eight years old, that is because I have their younger siblings. I have my daughter working with me who is...

5.0

"Our children, now 7 and 4 spent their first 3 and 1 1/2 years with Mama Jennie. (My younger one would have been their longer but we moved.) She provides a loving and safe environment and truly loved our kids as if they were her own! She even put up with our use of...

Hallie

Debbie's Daycare Home

1650 N Natoma, Oak Park, IL

4.8

(21)

*I have 30+ yrs experience as a licensed daycare provider, with fantastic references from long-term families. *We are conveniently located near North Ave and Oak Park Ave, as well as only 5 blocks away from 2 Metro stations which provide parking. *I provide all organic meals made with fresh...

5.0

"My son started with Debbie's Daycare when he was 8 months old and it has been a wonderful experience ever since. Debbie is like family to us and I am so glad we found her. She's warm, loving, patient, communicative and funny. She has truly helped me become a better...

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North Shore Home Daycare

7817 Kenneth Ave, Skokie, IL

3.7

(3)

Hello there, I have a spacious home daycare located in Skokie, IL. I have flexible hours and very competitive rates. At North Shore Home Daycare, your child will be nurtured with care, participate in age appropriate educational activities, creative arts and crafts, enjoy indoor/outdoor play time...

5.0

"We have loved our time with Mrs. Zaidi. Our daughter has been going to Mrs. Zaidi's childcare 2-3 days a week for 8 months, since she was 3 months old. Mrs. Zaidi is kind and caring, and does a wonderful job taking care of our daughter. It's clean and safe, and...

Sarah Beth B.

Bright Time Daycare

1757 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL

5.0

(2)

Dear Parents, I have 10 years experience of working with kids, its really fun spending time with them. Come and visit me and my daycare. D.C.F.S Licensed Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and School Age, Happy, Safe and loving in-homecare, First Aid / C.P.R Certified, Nutritious Meals, Age...

5.0

"When looking for a care provider for our infant son, we came across this ad for Miss Ghazala's home daycare. It can be hard leaving your child with someone you don't know, but after meeting her and seeing her home, we felt so comfortable with our decision to have...

Michelle K.

Early Milestones Home Daycare

6125 W. Waveland Ave., Chicago, IL

4.8

(20)

My name is Eva and I am the owner and program director of Early Milestones Home Daycare. I hold a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Illinois in Chicago. As a childcare provider, my objective is to create a comfortable and nurturing learning environment that feels...

5.0

"We had a great experience bringing our 11 week old here for her first time at daycare. If we lived closer, she'd be there still. Eva is not only extremely professional and credentialed, she is also kind, welcoming, and wonderful with the kids."

Alexandra H

Lisa M

5928 N. Manton Ave., Chicago, IL

5.0

(9)

Hello! I am a childcare provider and preschool teacher serving families on the northwest side of Chicago and its close surrounding suburbs. Within the last 20 years I have also taught dance, lead after-school theater groups, lead parent and tot classes and was a Sunday school teacher. I care for...

5.0

"We could not have made a better choice that choosing Lisa to watch Shannon. Shannie has been in Sowing Seeds since she was three months old -over two years now- every day we're thankful. Our first child was in a well established daycare. With Shannon we were...

Tom B

Renee's Learning Place

823 W. Lawrence, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Renee's Learning Place provides quality infant and toddler child care. We are located close to Lake Shore Drive. This location is accessible by both buses going downtown in addition to a short walk to the CTA Red Line. This home day care provides developmentally appropriate care to infants, toddlers...

5.0

"My first daughter thrived at RLP to the point where I couldn't imagine taking my second daughter anywhere else. My girls love Renee and Luvenia (Nay-Nay and Bubba) so much that they're more inclined to cry at pick-up than drop-off! Meals/snacks are provided,...

Divya L

Little Busy Bees

2558 Davisson St, River Grove, IL

5.0

(5)

Hello Parents, OPEN - Douring COV-ID19 My Name is Nancy . Here to inform you little Busy Bees acknowledges the health concerns and our procedures are as follows: Daily sanitizing of toys, easy access to soap and water stations, and implementing safe and healthy practices daily. During these times...

5.0

"It's not an easy decision when choosing a provider to care for the most important person in your life. From the moment I stepped foot in Little Busy Bees I knew I'd found the right daycare for us. The space is bight and clean, with a large variety of toys and...

Sara F.

Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare Center

7622 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(4)

We are an extraordinary European childcare. We are awarded by an Illinois Excellerate Program. It's because of our warm environment, health and safety of our children, education of our employees (all teachers have Master s degree in ECE). We are not just a licensed daycare. We offer the best care...

5.0

"Super miejsce mila atmosfera I wspaniala pani Danusia"

Katarzyna P

Growing & Learning Home Daycare

4118 N Major Ave., Chicago, IL

5.0

(3)

Growing & Learning is a home day care since 2009. We are licensed by DCFS, have CPR and fist aid certification with great work references. We have a fun, warm and loving environment four our children in a creative program fill with opportunities for learning and exploration. Also we provide...

5.0

"Growing and Learning has cared for our children since 2018 and we could not be more pleased with the level of care they have shown our family and the excitement our children show when they are dropped off there everyday. We can't say enough good things about this...

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Aidas Home Daycare

4832 N McVicker Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(4)

I am an experienced daycare provider, with a medical field background. Certified in adult and child CPR as well as First Aid, and licensed by DCFS. I worked 11 years in a residential facility for developmentally disabled children and adults. During the last two years I headed the literacy program...

5.0

"I currently have my three year old daughter, Myliset under Aida's Care and Im so blessed I found Aida. My daughter has been with her a little over a year now and I seen how quickly my daughter has learned her numbers, ABC's, colors, and to be more social with other...

Agustina V.

Kiddie Palace Child Care

928 Long Rd, Glenview, IL

4.9

(19)

Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Kiddie Palace Childcare is the place where your child gets one on one attention. Here are eleven reasons why...

5.0

"This truly is the most amazing place to send your child too! I have been sending my son here for about 2 years now! When I drop him off on my way to work, I know he is going to be well cared for the entire day. I addition, my son truly enjoys coming here as he is...

Sam G

Sweetpeas Home Daycare

2058 N. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Welcome to Sweetpeas Home Daycare! We are a licensed home daycare and work with children ages 6 weeks through age 6. We believe the first year in a child's life is by far the most important. They learn trust as well as love and through that they become confident in discovering the world around...

5.0

"I can't express enough hoe much we loved going to Sweetpeas! After searching so many centers and in-home daycares, my husband and I knew right away this was the place for us. Our child went there from 3 months to 3 years until we moved out of state. They were so...

Jill R.

Home Daycare Little School Abc

2634 N 72CT, Elmwood Park, IL

5.0

(3)

I am a home daycare provider with 21 years of experience. I've helped many families by supervising, and monitoring the safety of the children. We keep the records of the children's progress following with the actives we did every day. children learn the ABC's, number's, shapes and colors on a daily...

5.0

"It's a very nice place the kids have fun and they learn a lot too. My baby goes there since she was 3 months old she's almost a year now. Dora the provider has so much experience and she does her job well all the children love her."

Madiley

Lullabies & Abc's Daycare

4225 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Hello! We are a full-time home daycare offering a creative curriculum, arts, crafts, music,healthy home cooked meals and so much more! We cooperate with parents to develop a routine that is tailored specifically to your child and their physical, mental, and emotional needs. Safety is our number one...

5.0

"As a working parent having peace of mind while at work is essential. Veronica not only teaches but she develops a true rapport with parent and child. My son considers Veronicas' a second home and it is a pleasure to see him grow under her care. I would like to...

Erin M

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

"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...

Natalia