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SUNFLOWER EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY
5404 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO, IL
Sunflower Early Learning Academy provides quality child care for ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age in the Edgebrook, Lincolnwood, and surrounding areas. With our experienced, trained staff and CEO with over 20 years of early childhood experience, SELA will provide a safe nurturing environment that...
At our schools, we provide unique, supportive, and respectful environments that nurture the spirit of your child. With over 40 years of combined experience and dreams, we founded these schools to build peaceful learning communities for children and adults. The main objectives of our schools are to...
Montessori Academy of Illinois
7429 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, IL
Montessori School for children ages 6 weeks though 6 years of age. Available hours are 6:45am through 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Located downtown Park Ridge, Illinois, across from the Pickwick Theatre.
Steve & Kate's Camp: Evanston
425 Dempster, Evanston, IL
At Steve & Kates, we believe that when you trust kids, they develop the confidence to trust themselves, and learn to use their own judgment. So we built a summer camp that puts kids in charge. Because unlike traditional schools, summer gives us the freedom to reinvent learning in a way that allows...
Children's Land Educational Center of Glenview
1175 Milwaukee Ave, GLENVIEW, IL
Beginning with the opening of our first center in 2005, Children’s Land sprouted from our family’s desire to provide children an environment that primes them to grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
This culture has grown throughout the years, as we have continued to build more centers...
Right At School
990 Grove Street Suite 500, Evanston, IL
Right At School provides meaningful before- and after-school enrichment programs located right at your child's school. Our mission is to inspire a love of learning and a commitment to healthy living.
We have school-based programs at the following Evanston/Skokie schools:
Bessie Rhodes - After...
Fantasy Island Schools for kids, LLC is a multilingual daycare, pre-k, & kindergarten childcare center. We are a multilingual program with a robust and collaborative curriculum optimized for education as well as socialization. We provide healthy meals COOKED FRESH DAILY and offer impeccably clean...
A Plus After School Zone
1240 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
We are one of the 3 A Plus Day School Facilities in Palatine. We Opened in 2011 in order to provide Palatine's families with quality after school care at a reasonable price.
There is an abundance of activities that will appeal to school aged children. We also provide a suitable environment to...
Kiddie Academy of Schaumburg
1121 East Higgins Rd, SCHAUMBURG, IL
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
Kiddie Academy of Itasca
1133 North Prospect Avenue, ITASCA, IL
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
A Home Away From Home Preschool & Daycare
224 Holly Ln., Elk Grove Village, IL
"A Home Away From Home" is a home-based daycare and preschool for children in the age group of newborn- 4 years. "A Home Away From Home" is different. Why?
My philosophy is based on nurturing healthy brain development from birth. A child's brain undergoes an amazing period of development from...
Storytime Learning Center
1814 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL
Storytime Learning Center is a fully licensed preschool located in East Glenview. Currently we serve children starting at 15 months and have classes through Kindergarten. Storytime Learning Center was founded with one purpose - to build a space for all students to grow, learn and create with each...
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...
7742 - La Petite Academy of Elmhurst
602 N Michigan Street, ELMHURST, 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...
Guidepost Montessori at Deerbrook
1085 Lake Cook Road, DEERFIELD, IL
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler, to deepening knowledge and building...
Cara*lot Home Child Care
229 Montgomery Lane, Glenview, IL
Cara*lot Home Child Care is a home based daycare and preschool. I am a certified teacher with over 25 years of experience, and a mother of 2. I taught third grade for six years and have been operating my own home child care for the past 22 years. I am DCFS licensed to care for up to 12 children (8...
Annies Home Daycare
1907 Seneca Lane, Mount Prospect, IL
Hi and welcome to my Care.com. My name is Annie and I have been a licensed daycare provider for the past 20 years. I am licensed by the state of IlIinois and DCFS. I am 48 years young with 3 older children myself. We are located in Mount Prospect near 294 and accessible to Palatine road and 53. We...
Lisa M
5928 N. Manton Ave., Chicago, IL
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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...
Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights
880 W Dundee Road, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...
Guidepost Montessori at Schaumburg
22 Kristin Drive, SHAUMBURG, IL
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Des Plaines, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Des Plaines, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.