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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Chicago Ridge, IL

We have 57 pre-k schools in Chicago Ridge, IL! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Penny Lane Schools

10255 S. Ridgeland Ave Chicago Ridge, IL

5.0(3)

< 1 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Penny Lane School started at 8901 s. 52nd Avenue in the fall of 1988 with an enrollment of 25 students and three staff members. We have expanded, moved and grown to serve more than 300 students with 80 staff members. We now have two separate locations with various programs available to serve our families. Our facility located in Oak Lawn is licensed for 195 students and offers Infant/Toddler, 2's, Pre-school, summer camp, school break care and a Before &amp; After School age program with transportation to and from local area schools. Our facility includes self-contained classrooms, an indoor gym, hot meals served from our kitchen, and an outdoor playground. Our second center which is located in Chicago Ridge is licensed for 277 students and offers Infant/Toddler, 2's, Pre-school, full day Kindergarten, summer camp, school break care and a Before &amp; After School age program with transportation to and from local area schools. This facility also includes self-contained classrooms, an indoor gym, hot meals served from our kitchen, and a large outdoor playground complete with a children's garden. Penny Lane is privately owned. They are a fully qualified grammar and special education teacher who taught every grade level during the past 20 years...

Ashley N. says "My daughter will be 3 this June and I feel she will benefit from daycare. I feel she is a little behind in some areas and should be around kids her age....

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Children Count Child Care

5304 S. Wallace Chicago, IL

4.0(1)

10 mi

I have over 15 years exp. I will partner with parents to meet their specific needs. I work with a diverse culture and meet a variety of special needs. I work a creative curriculum and focus on teaching pre-k skills to provide academic, social and emotional needs. I have been licensed by DHS for 11yrs, CPR and First Aid certified, with a clean driving record. I have a B.A. and complete reg professional development training that helps with maintaining relevant knowledge that help support the children of today's culture.

Renee J. says "My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to"

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Creative Development Child Care, Inc.

10049 S Carpenter St Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

6 mi

Thank you for taking time to visit our profile! We are not babysitters, but child care professionals and educators. At Creative Development Child Care we partner with parents to promote the development of each child. We provide a preschool learning environment in a safe, loving and nurturing home. Our goal is for each child to be well prepared for the transition to kindergarten. Because each child is different, we observe and based on individual interest, develop methods to teach each child. We use age-appropriate curriculum and provide lots of opportunity for &quot;creative learning.&quot; There are educational, yet fun, field trips. Children have outside play (weather permitting) and nutritional meals (based on federal quality standards). The benefits of having small group care are: 1. The ability to provide individualized attention. 2. Younger children are subliminally exposed to the same materials as the older children (i.e. alphabets, phonics, colors, and numbers). 3. Capability to work with families in the development of their children. &quot;A hundred years from now the world may be better... because I was important in a child's life.&quot;

KeShaun H says "Highly recommended!! Very clean and structured. Really helped my son along with reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. My son is now in a private...

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Plum Tree Academy

15036 Robey Ave. Harvey, IL

5.0(1)

9 mi

I was a Head Start teacher before starting my own childcare business I've been teaching for 28 years. My home Daycare is a very loving environment. I prepare children for Kindergarten and help school age children succeed in all subjects. I have am and pm slots open.

Alesha E says "I love this daycare for my daughter. It's a very homey feeling & Ms. Lewis does wonderful with the children. My daughter has become so much more...

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K Plus 3 Learning Academy

2111 W 121st Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)

6 mi

Fun, nurturing, early learning Environment with individual Attention and Nutritious Meals. Projects and activities, CPR and First aid certified, Music and Movement, Safe outdoor play with clean safe environment. 10yr+ experience with child development and motor gross skills. Action for children accepted and transportation offered to qualified families. Please inquire within

Latriese V says "K plus 3 Academy has been God sent with caring for my children. The staff are willing to go above and beyond the basic care of the child by giving the...

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Reggio Academy

6330 W 127TH ST Palos Heights, IL

3 mi

Our mission at Reggio Academy is to provide children with the tools they need to develop a lifelong love of learning and education in a nurturing and safe place. These tools include interesting environments to explore, exceptional learning materials, appropriate social emotional guidance and support and opportunities to interact with the community. We believe that when children are appropriately supported in their early years, they grow to be compassionate, well rounded, intelligent adults and citizens. Our programs include: 6weeks-14 months: Infants 15 months-24 months: Toddlers 24 months to 36 months: Twos 3 to 5 years: Preschool and Pre-K 6-11 years: Before and After School Program Receive one free month of child care when you enroll before the end of the year.
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Kids Tech Discovery Center

14224 S. Indiana Avenue Riverdale, IL

9 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
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Kids Tech Discovery Center provides a nurturing, relaxed environment through the guidance of our qualified and caring staff where self-concepts are enhanced, independence is encouraged, free choice decisions are offered, social skills acquired and individuality is respected. We acknowledge all realms of early childhood, including physical, emotional and cognitive aspects of development. In addition, we provide a balanced nutritional program consisting of as many as two meals and two snacks per day based on the hours of service. Our Goals are to: Provide explorative, innovative and learning experience to your child Create a child care setting for social, cognitive, and physical development. Ensure social and cultural diversity are reflected in our program and daily routines. Promote an environment where families and the community play an active role at Kids Tech Discovery Center. Build strong relationships and communication with our parents/guardians and the communities that we diligently serve. We offer programs for children age six (6) to six (6) years designed specifically by experts in the field of early childhood education. In addition, our classrooms are designed with a very low student to teacher ratio. We also offer a no cost, FREE early learning program designed for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years who may not otherwise have access to affordable quality childcare. We promote school readiness for children of all abilities. Our full-day program is year round and offers additional subsidized child care options. Students will participate in hands-on learning centers, small group instruction, dynamic lessons, free play with choice based activities, and early literacy standards such as letters and sounds, rhyming and blending, pre-writing skills and increasing vocabulary, comprehension and pre-reading skills. Classes are taught by Early Childhood educators with an Associate's degree or higher in Child Development or Early Childhood Education.
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Hart Camp

9805 S 52nd Ave Oak Lawn, IL

2 mi

I'm a licensed k-12 teacher who has some spots available for (ages 4-10) my summer program in Oak Lawn. My goal is to prevent the effects of the &quot;summer slide&quot; in an engaging, fun, and creative way. I want to ensure that students don't lose the learning that they mastered in the present academic year and work on some skills that they can use moving forward. Also, I want to provide targeted and differentiated instruction to students who may need extra support in the areas of Math and Reading and incorporate fun and meaningful learning with enriching activities. Programming Starts Monday, June 24th- Thursday, August 22nd. (No, programming on July 4th, July 15 &amp;16) I have experience in multiple grade levels across subjects and with special needs. Please feel free to call/text or email me with any questions about your child's specific needs, to reserve a spot, or for additional information.
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Learning Sea LLC

5239 James Lane Crestwood, IL

4 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
The Learning Sea is focused on teaching children to become confident, independent, and creative. Through our various services, the Learning Sea, LLC strives to provide services to children 1-18 years of age. Our programs are tailored to their individual strengths and challenges, all while encouraging skills that they can take with them as they flourish. Speech Pathology Services Learning Sea, LLC uses the most advanced evidence-based methods to teach communication skills. Research has consistently shown that children learn best in their natural environment. The Learning Sea views each child as unique and uses their individual strengths and challenges to guide them and help them through the speech therapy journey. School of Fish Early Learning Pods Research has shown that early learning years are some of the most crucial years in a child's development. Preschools often provide opportunities for the development of language, social skills, emotional awareness skills, and pre-academic skills. However, now that many centers have decided to switch to remote learning, parents are now looking to form &quot;pods&quot;, &quot;micro schools&quot;, or &quot;bubbles&quot;. Neighbors, family members, and friends with children are able to form their own &quot;pods&quot; but often need a professional to facilitate the classes. School of Fish Early Learning Pods aims to provide small (2-5 children) early learning classes within the home. These small classes allow for more individual attention with a strong emphasis on language development. All classes will be taught by a qualified speech language pathologist. Language Through Art Language Through Art is a home-based group (2 to 5 children) class that is tailored to each individual child while simultaneously delivered in the group setting. This allows for more personalized attention to your child's wants and needs, while also working on important social skills such as turn-taking, sharing, attention, and concentration. Children will be encouraged to tap into their creativity as they explore arts, crafts, and sensory play as they learn social and language skills. Independent Kids Independent Kids is a home-based program designed to teach children routines, activities of daily living, and the importance of structure throughout their day. With a strong emphasis on using visual schedules, reward-based systems, and consistent practice, Independent Kids focuses on getting your children to becoming more self-reliant and confident.
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Dynasty Children

7207 S. Perry Ave 2 Chicago, IL

9 mi

Our program is licensed, CPR, and First Aid certified, and home-based! We pride ourselves in teaching the children basic skills so they are ready to enter kindergarten when they leave us. Your child will know how to count, see and recognize the letters of the alphabet, how to ties their shoes, zip, snap and button, their address and phone number and how and how to spell their name. We make learning fun with singalongs and physical play. My current rate is only $85 per week no matter the age of the child.
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Mi Sol Academy

14249 S Wolf Rd. Orland Park, IL

9 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Mi Sol Montessori Academy is raising the bar and we are starting early! We are a Montessori early childhood, kindergarten and early elementary learning center. Since 2006, we have been offering our students a superior educational experience. Our Montessori school features a true immersion language program in Spanish. The program is designed to immerse the child in our target foreign language (Spanish), so as to turn out functionally bi-lingual learners. Furthermore, our academic curriculum is designed to exceed State of Illinois curriculum outcomes. Our Montessori teachers are highly qualified possessing University Degrees, Montessori Certification, Special Education Degrees, K-9 State Certification, Spanish Degrees, Psychology Degrees, Education Degrees and years of Montessori teaching experience in a Spanish language immersion environment. This program explores the child s potential, allowing the child to excel academically while at the same time fostering and nurturing positive character traits. We encourage the child to be himself and allow him the freedom to take ownership of learning activities. If you are looking for an alternative to typical, traditional schools and you want to provide your child Spanish, a love of discovery, a healthy self-esteem, encourage independence and challenge him academically, then Mi Sol Academy is for your family.
I am currently in the childcare field and have been for over 10 years. I have worked as a preschool teacher in the head start program and state pre-K at two day care centers. I've also worked in the private sector as a childcare providers assistant. I am a licensed daycare provider by the state of Illinois. I am currently working on my Masters degree in early childhood education. I have provided child care for families with children ages six weeks to 12 years old.

Cartia W. says "Iva is an awesome child care provider. She's been watching my children from birth until school age! Nothing but a good experience! Very sweet personality...

Little Loves Childcare

3201 Wisconsin Ave. Berwyn, IL

5.0(2)

9 mi

I am a stay-at-home mom for my lovable and sociable 5 year old daughter. I have full openings now. Until recently, I babysat a 4-year-old girl and her 3-year-old brother since they were both 8 weeks old, full-time. Before that, I was a nanny for my friend's daughter during her kindergarten year. I love working with children, and have been involved in childcare from a young age. I am patient, loving, and attentive. I work one-on-one with little ones for their milestones and preschool activities, or board games and homework for older kids. I have a membership with ABC Mouse, and I own a membership at Brookfield Zoo and we go often in good weather. Other activities include daily story time, play doh, finger painting, coloring, and of course play time. My program is focused on infants and toddlers, as I have a lot of experience with this age group, and I am amazed at what they learn from each other and their socializing. We live 1 block from a great park and we are walking distance to the local school. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have ECE credential. My hours are flexible and I have limited openings. Please contact me if you have any questions, I'd be happy to answer them!

Melinda W. says "I am very happy with the service I was given she is very polite and positive towards my child the home is safe and neat very happy with the care."

Edith Frye

9256 S Calumet Ave Chicago, IL

9 mi

In-Home daycare
Child care
Edith Frye located in 9256 S Calumet Ave Chicago Illinois is a listed home-based childcare center that provides a nurturing and safety environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. It has a capacity of eight children at the maximum.

Jpe Day Care Center Inc

8625 S Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL

1.0(1)

9 mi

Child care
Jpe Day Care Center Inc located in Chicago Illinois is a licensed childcare center that provides a nurturing environment to children under its care. It serves toddlers, pre-kindergartens, and school age children. It has a capacity of 50 children at the maximum. The center serves clients from Mondays through Fridays.

Albany Child Care Center

5954 S Albany Chicago, IL

1.0(3)

6 mi

We are a NAEYC accredited private child care center providing quality childcare for children ages 15 months - 5 years. Our classrooms follow the Creative Curriculum and are all bilingual, English/Spanish. We offer full-day Kindergarten, Before & After School, Pre-School, Headstart, Toddler Program and a full-day Summer Program. Our hours are from 7:am - 6:00 p.m. , Monday - Friday.

Little Hands Child Creative Center, Inc.

7146 S Ashland Ave Chicago, IL

8 mi

Preschool
Child care
Little Hands Child Creative Center Inc located in Chicago Illinois is a licensed childcare center that provides a nurturing environment to children under its care. It caters to toddlers, pre-kindergartens, and school age children. It has a capacity of 48 children at the maximum.

L & R Child Care

6332 S Washtenaw Ave Chicago, IL

6 mi

Child care
L & R Child Care located in 6332 S Washtenaw Ave Chicago Illinois is a licensed childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. The center is open from Mondays through Fridays until midnight.

Nik Naks Daycare

9017 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL

9 mi

Preschool
Child care
Nik Naks Daycare located in Chicago Illinois is a licensed childcare center and education provider that offers a nurturing and safe environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, pre-kindergartens, and school age children. The facility serves clients from Mondays through Fridays, opens at 6:30am and closes at 6:00pm.

Trusting Heart Pre Sch Kdgn

12424 S 71st Ct Palos Heights, IL

3 mi

Preschool
Child care
Established in 2014, Trusting Heart Preschool and Kindergarten offers customizable programs to fit the needs of a child. They provide quality Christian education that is affordable. Located in Palos Heights Illinois, it is open weekdays from 6:00am to 6:30pm.

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents in Chicago Ridge, IL

Pre-K Schools in Chicago Ridge, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 57 listed pre-k schools

Penny Lane Schools

My daughter will be 3 this June and I feel she will benefit from daycare. I feel she is a little behind in some areas and should be around...

- Ashley N.

Children Count Child Care

My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to

- Renee J.

Creative Development Child Care, Inc.

Highly recommended!! Very clean and structured. Really helped my son along with reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. My son is now...

- KeShaun H

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Chicago Ridge, IL

Pre-k programs in Chicago Ridge, IL offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Chicago Ridge, IL, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Chicago Ridge, IL typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Chicago Ridge, IL programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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