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Clybourn KinderCare
1733 N. Marcey Street, Chicago, IL
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Sunnyside Daycare
3542 W. Sunnyside, Chicago, IL
Daycare, Pre-School, Before and After School Care for Children ages 2yrs through 12yrs
One Hope United Edgewater Early Learning Center
5244 N. Lakewood Ave., Chicago, IL
Located in Edgewater/Andersonville neighborhood, our child care center offers an early learning experience for children age 2 years to 5 years and after-school program from kindergarten to age 12. The center has served this community since 2006 providing the highest quality early education and care...
American KidZ Academy Lincoln Park
1932 N Clark, Chicago, IL
American KidZ Academy is committed to providing a safe, caring and academic environment for our students. We believe in creating an environment that will nurture the inherent curiosity of infants, toddlers, and preschool age children. By providing an environment enriched with developmentally...
North Elston KinderCare
3855 North Elston, Chicago, IL
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Twinkling Stars Preschool
2044 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
Twinkling Stars Preschool offers an engaging early learning experience for children ages 15 months- 5 years old.
Everbrook Academy of Lincoln Park
538 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...
City Garden Waldorf School
920 West 19th Street, Chicago, IL
City Garden has mixed-aged preschool/kindergarten classrooms, each with children from ages 3 through 6. The Waldorf early childhood curriculum meets young children in an age-appropriate way, fostering healthy growth intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
Children may attend 5 days, 3 days,...
Brickton Montessori School
8622 W. Catalpa, Chicago, IL
We are a private, accredited Montessori school, located on the northwest side, near the Cumberland Blue Line CTA stop. We serve children between the ages of 2 - 14.
For Your Child Preschool
2411 N Marshfield, Chicago, IL
For Your Child Preschool is a year round play based preschool serving children 6 weeks - 5 years old.
Oshun's Child Care
11555 S May St., Chicago, IL
Oshun's Childcare was established by Jada of Chicago, IL. She is 27 years of age and has 9 years of childcare experiences. This include nanny care, occasional childcare, daycare setting and after school care. Her goals are to grow Oshun's Childcare into a home daycare. Currently I am not providing...
Kemit Learning Center
4454 S. Greenwood, Chicago, IL
We know that choosing the right care requires much research and deliberation. Ultimately, the goal is to find an established program where your child can learn and excel in a supportive environment. We hope you consider Kemit Learning Center to meet the educational and developmental needs of your...
Maplewood Child Development Center, Inc.
2843 N Maplewood Ave, Chicago, IL
We offer a unique style of care for infants, toddlers and preschool age children. Our environment and education meets the developmental needs of the whole child, teaching respect for themselves, others and a love for the natural world.
At Maplewood, we provide a harmonious and inviting learning...
Messiah's Angels Home Daycare
7329 S. California Ave, Chicago, IL
I am a licensed home daycare provider by the State of Illinois. My hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
I have created a warm and caring atmosphere, with activities to enhance your child's learning and social development. In...
Allez Bébé
4307 N Campbell Ave, Chicago, IL
Hello. I am an early childhood caregiver with 15 years expirience. I have worked in schools, large centers, home daycares ect. I have decided to open my own small daycare in my home. I have a designated space for little ones.I also live very close by two large parks for outdoor play Welles /Horner....
In-home Childcare
1932 South Wabash Unit 3, Chicago, IL
Hi Families! I have 2 openings for full time care in my Chapel Hill home, located near Chapel Hill High School.
A little about me...
** 19+ years nanny experience, including running my own home daycare for 10 years
** Certified nurse assistant with experience in the pediatric ICU
** BLS/First Aid...
Cornerstone Children's Learning Center
1111 North Wells, Chicago, IL
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Tania Alexandrova
1336 N. Dean Str., Chicago, IL
Montessori Gifted Prep
4754 N Leavitt St, Chicago, IL
New Beginnings Family Daycare
10906 South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chicago, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chicago, IL. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Chicago, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Chicago, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chicago, IL, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Chicago, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Chicago, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Chicago, IL on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Chicago, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Chicago, IL preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Preschools in Chicago, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 170 reviews of the 473 listed preschools.