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First Church Preschool
236 W Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL
3.7
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First Church Preschool is charged with the responsibility of giving children, two to five years old, in our church and community, educational and spiritual experiences which will benefit them in their social, emotional, cognitive, and faith development. We achieve this goal by providing the children...
5.0
"Both of my children have attended this preschool and we have been very pleased with the level of care that has been provided. Not only that but the level of education has been impressive for a preschool. I have felt that both of my children have been properly...
Hannah D.
7002 - La Petite Academy of Crystal Lake
190 North Route 31, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning...
Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake
720 Cog Circle, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake is an educational daycare offering age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids...
Miss Angela's Home Daycare
48 Honeysuckle Lane, Crystal Lake, IL
Hello! I am looking to care for children ages 15 months - 5 years. I would prefer clients who are teachers or have a similar schedule. However, I am also able to accommodate a part time schedule. I can begin mid-late August of 2019.
In addition to over 25 years of experience caring for children,...
Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake
720 Cog Cr Drive, Crystal Lake, IL
Learning occurs in and out of the classroom. We designed our curriculum to educate and nurture children, creating individual opportunities to excel.
Little Saints Preschool
265 King St., Crystal Lake, IL
St. Thomas Little Saints is a faith based, Catholic preschool that not only nurtures your child's social and academic growth, but also introduces our Catholic faith through daily prayer and teachings. Children who begin education with faith based learning during the formative years have a stronger...
Immanuel Lutheran Little Ark Preschool
300 S. Pathway Ct., Crystal Lake, IL
Children are invited to learn, observe, make choices, be active, experiment and explore in their education process. We encourage physical and motor skills development through utilization of our full-size Gym, Music Room and Library. Our children have a wonderful opportunity to grow spiritually,...
Pitter Patter Pathways
1394 Teakwood Ln, Crystal Lake, IL
I started my daycare in 2004, and watch children birth through five years. I have two of my own grown children, two step children, and one grandson.
My program is nationally accredited through NAFCC, 3 Star QRS rating, and licensed through the State of Illinois. I am a member of Little Hands...
Kids 'R ' Kids
475 Alexandra Blvd, Crystal Lake, IL
Kids `R` Kids is a well established learning academy for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. We strive to provide a nurturing, secure, and stimulating environment for young children. The Kids `R` Kids curriculum is based on the philosophy that children learn best through play.
Kids `R` Kids has live,...
Tinker Time Childcare & Preschool
Thornwood Lane, Crystal Lake, IL
Tinker Time is the perfect combination of a childcare center and preschool in a loving home environment. In our home, we strive to provide only the very best. We offer a clean, safe, healthy and fun experience for your child.
Tinker Time was organized to provide learning opportunities for...
Learning Tree Preschool
485 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL
Learning Tree Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Freeburg, Illinois, for kids from two to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the...
Thunderbird Preschool LLC
613 Rudat Ct, Crystal Lake, IL
Thunderbird Preschool LLC provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Crystal Lake, Illinois, for kids from three to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their...
Joyce
1181 Sandalwood Ln, Crystal Lake, IL
I am a 44 year old mom that loves children. I have 3 of my own ages 15, 13 , and 8. I have been caring for children full time since my youngest was born and I love meeting new families and creating bond that last a lifetime. I am an honest, open and responsible provider who would love the...
Montessori Pathways School
133 Illinois St, Crystal Lake, IL
Providing High-Quality Education and Daily Care in Crystal Lake since 1993
Thunderbird Nursery Preschool
625 Rudat Ct, Crystal Lake, IL
Thunderbird Nursery Preschool in Crystal Lake, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children ages three to five years old. The school serves children and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's...
Alexander Leigh Center for Autism
620 N Il Rte 31, Crystal Lake, IL
The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a year round therapeutic day school serving children with autism ages 3 - 17. We are a year round school and provide ABA, speech, OT, music, Life skills training, behavior services and community based instruction. All students receive a customized...
Ms. V's Early Childhood
412 Charlotte Ave, Crystal Lake, IL
I have had the opportunity to work with kids in many different settings. I have experience caring for newborns through adolescent age children both in formal and informal settings. My experiences include: corporate childcare, preschool teacher, a family child care provider, Sunday school teacher at...
La Petite Academy Child Care-Crystal Lake
190 North Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL
La Petite Academy Child Care located in Crystal Lake, IL has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre school, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After...
Beth's Child Care
6412 Scott Lane, Crystal Lake, IL
I've been running my home daycare since my own kids were born. My daughters are now grown. With over 20 years of experience I have seen it all! We fill our days with structured, creative, and educational activities as well as free play. We go outdoors everyday the weather allows. My basement is set...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Crystal Lake, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Crystal Lake, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Crystal Lake, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Crystal Lake, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.