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Miss Mindy's Daycare
1465 Umbdenstock Road, Elgin, IL
Miss Mindy's Daycare has 2 immediate spots available. If you are looking for an educational, fun, loving environment for your child/children you have found the right place.
Miss Mindy's Daycare is my in-home daycare ran by me Mindy Swanson. I am an early childhood educator with 10+ years of...
We are an early childhood center where children will experience positive development through constructive play activities, academics, as well as social science in preparation for elementary school and the world around us. We cater to families with children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Kindergarten,...
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based), Special needs
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Summit Early Learning Center provides play-based learning at no cost to families for three-to-five-year-old children assessed to be at risk for developmental delays.
We strive to prepare children for kindergarten by providing intensive services and programming to develop social-emotional,...
Philosophy: Special needs, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Preschool
Alissa Smith In Home Daycare
1173 Delta Drive, Elgin, IL
I am interested in watching up to 2 children in my home. I am married and have 2 children of my own. I am a teacher turned stay at home mom. I have taught 6th grade for 8 years. I also was the director of a daycare in Batavia for 2 years and worked 6 summers at the same daycare. The daycare served...
School type:
In-Home daycare
Summit School Inc
331 W River Road, Elgin, IL
Kindergarten - Full Day
Preschool - Half days (am or pm session)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Elgin Child & Family Resource Center
210 National St., Elgin, IL
Elgin Child & Family Resource Center located at 210 National Street Elgin, IL operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM and uses the Healthy Lifestyles curriculum. The center offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, School-age, and Summer Camp programs.
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Camp Dean
12N124 Coombs Rd, Elgin, IL
Camp Dean, operated by the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, offers a wide range of camp-based programs geared towards school-age girls. Located in Elgin, Illinois, the company admits kindergarten kids and elementary students, from first to twelfth grade. The camp features traditional activities...
Highland Christian Academy
2250 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL
Highland Christian Academy in Elgin, Illinois, was established in 1984 to provide education for preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school students. The school also provides extended childcare options in a nurturing environment, from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Highland Christian Academy uses...
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
New Creations Preschool
37W040 Highland Ave, Elgin, IL
New Creations Preschool offers a Christian environment where children can learn and grow. It is located at 37W040 Highland Ave., Elgin, Illinois and was established in 1982. The Preschool aims to develop every child socially, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually. It uses a developmental...
School type:
Preschool
Child care
Two Rivers Head Start Elgin West Center offers a national preschool program that promotes Kindergarten readiness for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. Head Start programs are FREE to income-eligible families, and strive to foster the social and cognitive development of children through...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Kailey's Day Care
1336 Concord Ct, Elgin, IL
I am a new mom and new to the area of Elgin! My husband and I are moving to our first home this coming August with our 9 month old daughter. With the move I am leaving my job as a music teacher at a Kindergarten through 8th grade school in the Chicago Public Schools District. This job has given...
Ms. Mercer's Mini Monsters
516 South Street, Elgin, IL
Hello,
I own an in home daycare called Ms. Mercer's Mini Monsters Day Care in Elgin! I grew up in a home daycare and feel it created a unique opportunity. Home daycare is not babysitting. It's not comparable to any child care center. It's families in relationships with a professional care provider....
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL
888 S ROSELLE RD, SCHAUMBURG, IL
5.0
(2)
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL FACILITY provides a loving and nurturing learning environment that enhances intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Children, who are special gifts from God, are to be loved, respected, and offered challenges that foster interactive learning. Our goal...
Philosophy: Cooperative, Developmental (play-based)
School type:
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
"My son goes to Big Barn Preschool, is his second year there.
I found Big Barn Preschool doing a google search. At the time I needed an affordable childcare that also provides clean, caring, safe and a great learning environment for kids. I was pleased to find a...
tatiana C.
5.0
(5)
The Big Barn Preschool is a small educational preschool with a homey environment! We offer care to children ages 3-6. We offer three unique programs:
Part time:
5 hour or less for:
3 years old Preschool
-4 years old
-Pre-K
-Full Day
3 years old Preschool
-4-year-olds
-Pre-K...
Philosophy: Academic, Developmental (play-based), Outdoor/nature, Cooperative
School type:
Child care
Preschool
"My son is going off to Kindergarten in the fall. We will dearly miss The Big Barn (wish he could stay many more years). It has been an amazing journey each of the teacher's treat each child like their own. So much caring and patience and love. So glad while I'm...
Care member
Vicki's Daycare
249 Chatham Court, Roselle, IL
5.0
(1)
I have provided a loving and caring daycare experience for 27 years in my home.
I currently care for 2 and 5 year old brothers and have 2 full time positions open beginning May 31st
I schedule reading, playtime, and meals.
I would prepare your child for preschool and kindergarten.
I am married...
Philosophy: Developmental (play-based), Cooperative
School type:
Child care
"Vicki has provided a wonderful and nurturing environment for my children for over 5 years. I know that their health, safety, and happiness is always her top priority. I'm grateful they have a home away from home where they can learn and have fun."
Maggie
Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare
26747 W. Apple Tree Lane, Barrington, IL
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...
"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
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CAROL STREAM
1271 N COUNTY FARM RD, CAROL STREAM, IL
Primrose School of Carol Stream is an accredited daycare located in the Carol Stream area that offers infant, toddler, early preschool, preschool, and pre-kindergarten programs. We aren't just a daycare in Carol Stream, we are a premier early education and child care experience for children and...
Philosophy: Outdoor/nature, Developmental (play-based), Special needs, Academic
School type:
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
At Greenbrook Montessori School, our goal is to help your child cultivate the natural desire to learn. Our emphasis is on self-learning and the development of inner discipline. Our staff is prepared to interest your child and meet your child’s ever changing developmental needs.
Greenbrook...
Philosophy: Montessori
School type:
Kindergarten
Child care
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Bartlett)
1450 Quincy Bridge Rd, BARTLETT, IL
Our NAEYC-accredited preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum...
Philosophy: Academic
School type:
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Your child will spend their days in a space that has an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. We see great blue herons, cranes, deer, hawks, and more! If we want to grow heart-centered, intelligent, creative children...they need to see and experience the seasons, feel the sunlight, breathe fresh...
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Recent pre-k school reviews in Elgin, IL
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL
5.0
The school provides a caring and loving environment for my child. He’s had noticeable improvements from what he learns at the school through projects, songs and activities. They do promote manners, integrity, and fairness. They have small class sizes which I really like because there is a lot of...
- vicky K.
The Big Barn Preschool
5.0
We love the Big Barn Preschool! The teachers are amazing and both our kids love them so much! The child to teacher ratio is small so the children get a lot of 1:1 help/attention, which is something my son really needs. My son is 5 and my daughter is 3 and they have been attending for close to year...
- Care member
Vicki's Daycare
5.0
Vicki has provided a wonderful and nurturing environment for my children for over 5 years. I know that their health, safety, and happiness is always her top priority. I'm grateful they have a home away from home where they can learn and have fun.
- Maggie
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.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Elgin, IL
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Elgin, IL?
Pre-k programs in Elgin, 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!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Elgin, IL?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Elgin, 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.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Elgin, IL?
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 Elgin, 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!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Elgin, IL?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Elgin, 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.