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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...
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...
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,...
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...
Jamie M's Home Day Care, Inc
1400 Marcy Lane, Wheeling, IL
Opening August 2025, 2 yrs old or older**
My home daycare is licensed by DCFS and Village. I have been in business for 24 years. With the proper DCFS paperwork filled out, I am also available to do back up care. I am a member of the state food program so your child will get balanced meals. I am...
Kiddie Academy of Park Ridge
109 South Washington Avenue, PARK RIDGE, 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...
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...
Mersiha's Family Daycare
8935 North Wisner Street, Niles, IL
Hi, my name is Mersiha (Mer-see-ya) I am the owner of Mersiha's Family daycare. Prior to establishing my own family daycare, I've worked with children of all ages at daycare centers, pre-schools, and as a nanny for families. I originally started my family daycare in 2015 in San Jose, California,...
Children's Land Learning Center at Wheeling
850 McHenry, WHEELING, 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...
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"I absolutely love Children's Land Wheeling! I cannot say enough about it, I could go on and on and on as to why this is the best place for childcare.
The teachers and staff are very knowledgeable in how children develop and learn. Her vocabulary and social skills...
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Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center
1605 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL
Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center is a Christian based preschool, kindergarten and child care center providing a quality education with curriculum based on the Illinois Early Learning Standards.
Messiah's goal is to provide a loving environment conducive to the individual social, emotional,...
Dreamers Child Care
2682 Golf Rd, Glenview, IL
Dreamers Childcare and preschool!!
Our center offers love and learning under one roof!
Here at Dreamers, we provide a second home for your child, a place of comfort and security.
Our infant/toddler program provides a secure environment that is fulfilling, enriching and supporting of all possible...
Zion-Concord Lutheran School
865 S. Church Rd, Bensenville, IL
Our Lutheran/Christian school offers a complete educational experience for 3 yr olds to 8th grade. Our Early Childhood program is well respected in the area and highly referenced by our parents. We are not just a daycare center. Our school is fully registered and recognized by the Illinois State...
Storytime by Children's Land
1814 Waukegam Rd., GRANDVIEW, 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...
Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare Center
7622 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
We are an extraordinary European childcare. We are awarded by an Illinois Excellerate Program. It's because of our warm environment, health and safety of our children, education of our employees (all teachers have Master s degree in ECE). We are not just a licensed daycare.
We offer the best care...
LIVING WITNESS LEARNING DAYCARE CENTER Portage Park area
4159 N LARAMIE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
Starting at $215/mo
We believe that children learn through experience. It is our job to provide children with as many experiences as possible, to take advantage of experience as they occur and to guide children to learn and benefit from their experiences. Professional trained and experienced teachers head each...
Learning Express Child Care
7750 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
We are a new child care center located on the Northwest side of Chicago, in the beautiful Edison Park area. We offer child care services to all families starting at 6 weeks old through 5 years old. We are open Monday-Friday from 6:30am-6:00pm. Our center features a warm and inviting space for you...
Wonder Montessori School
5644 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL
We are a Montessori School serving students from the ages of 3 months to 9 yrs
Loving Touch Daycare Providers Inc
1927 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL
Loving Touch Daycare Providers, Incorporated is a is a family-owned and operated daycare center located at 1927 N Harlem Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. The company provides a warm, loving and nurturing environment suitable for learning and development. Loving Touch Daycare Providers offers learning...
Our Little Kingdom Learning Home Daycare
4852 N. Meade Ave, Chicago, IL
Licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. We use the Creative Curriculum for Infants/Toddlers and Preschool for daily planning of our creative, engaging, diverse lesson plans and activities. In addition, as a Christian-base daycare we believe in a solid, spiritual...
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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.