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Bright Time Daycare
5.0
When looking for a care provider for our infant son, we came across this ad for Miss Ghazala's home daycare. It can be hard leaving your child with someone you don't know, but after meeting her and seeing her home, we felt so comfortable with our decision to have Miss Ghazala watch our son. We...
- Michelle K.
Chicago Children's House
5.0
We love CCH! Both of our boys have been there since they were infants with our oldest now in the pre-K room. The staff are wonderful and caring. I can drop off the boys without any worries knowing that they are going to have a fun-filled day full of learning, play, art, and love. CCH has been...
- Catherine C.
Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy
5.0
I am so happy that I chose this school for my 3 year old son!! The owner Ms. Nina is so friendly and I was able to tour the school before it opened. The staff made me and my son feel so welcome. Even on his first day he didn’t cry lol I think he was ACTUALLY happy to go to school. I love the one on...
- Care member
Ms. Bethany's School of Cooking
5.0
My daughter took a cooking class Miss Bethany offered for children. Anyone with young children knows how hard it can be to keep them engaged and still having fun! Miss Bethany did a wonderful job communicating with the groups of 6/7 year olds. She broke down the steps of the recipe into manageable...
- Laura T.
Take A Break Playcare
5.0
Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we call and check in on him.
- Jonathan M.
Preschools in Elmwood Park, IL
Home Daycare Little School Abc
2634 N 72CT, Elmwood Park, IL
I am a home daycare provider with 21 years of experience. I've helped many families by supervising, and monitoring the safety of the children. We keep the records of the children's progress following with the actives we did every day. children learn the ABC's, number's, shapes and colors on a daily...
Pickett Fence Day Care & Learning Center
36 W Conti Pkwy, Elmwood Park, IL
Pickett Fence Day Care & Learning Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Elmwood Park, Illinois, for kids from fifteen months to twelve years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the...
Bright Time Daycare
1757 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(2)
Dear Parents,
I have 10 years experience of working with kids, its really fun spending time with them. Come and visit me and my daycare.
D.C.F.S Licensed
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and School Age,
Happy, Safe and loving in-homecare,
First Aid / C.P.R Certified,
Nutritious Meals,
Age...
5.0
"I have had my son in this daycare for about a year and we are very happy with the care. Miss Ghazala is very loving and caring towards the children. Some things that were very important for us when choosing a daycare was safety, attention to children, good...
Indra V.
Chicago Children's House
233 W. Huron, Chicago, IL
3.0
(2)
At Chicago Children's House child care's we believe that all children have an innate curiosity to learn. We believe that by offering well-rounded experiences and opportunities to learn and explore, children thrive. We are committed to providing excellent customer service within a childcare setting...
5.0
"We love CCH! Both of our boys have been there since they were infants with our oldest now in the pre-K room. The staff are wonderful and caring. I can drop off the boys without any worries knowing that they are going to have a fun-filled day full of learning, play,...
Catherine C.
Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy
5010 North Sheridan Rd., CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(3)
Cuppycakes is a preschool for 2-6 year olds that serves Uptown, Andersonville and surrounding areas. Our center is built on the idea of inclusion, representation, and celebration of diversity. We are a smaller center with a home daycare vibe. Each child will receive individual and small group...
5.0
"Cuppycakes has been an amazing experience for our toddler! The owner, Nina, is simply wonderful. She is caring, attentive, and truly committed to providing a nurturing environment for all the kids. Our little one absolutely loves going to school each day, which...
Care member
Ms. Bethany's School of Cooking
Virtual In Home Classes, Evanston, IL
5.0
(2)
Ms. Bethany's School of Cooking is an online cooking school that is growing to in-person classes as well! I'm here to teach the next generation to be confident cooks.
I offer virtual classes, summer camps as well as local in-home birthday parties and private events. I offer an array of menu...
5.0
"I thoroughly enjoyed taking Bethany's cooking class. She is a wonderful instructor, patient, great at explaining techniques, and makes the class fun! It's clear she has a passion for cooking and teaching. I would highly recommend her classes. Everything we made was...
Susan R
Take A Break Playcare
2855 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Take A Break Playcare offers on demand babysitting in a playroom. Parents drop off children for staff supervised play. We accept children ages 3 months - 13 years. We do not accept any sick children.
We are not a daycare facility. At a basic level, we offer babysitting in a storefront playroom....
5.0
"Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are separated for younger and older children and that there are cameras in all rooms. And they don't mind that we...
Jonathan M.
Aidas Home Daycare
4832 N McVicker Ave, Chicago, IL
5.0
(4)
I am an experienced daycare provider, with a medical field background. Certified in adult and child CPR as well as First Aid, and licensed by DCFS. I worked 11 years in a residential facility for developmentally disabled children and adults. During the last two years I headed the literacy program...
5.0
"My daughter just turned 4 in march and has been in Aida care since she was 14 months old. My daughter loves going there and always has a great time. Aida is very patient and caring towards all the kids. It also is an educational environment where she's learning...
Patricia B.
Little Bird Child Care
3854 Birchwood Avenue, Skokie, IL
5.0
(6)
Are you looking for a safe, loving, and caring environment for your child? Are you searching for a place where your child feels comfortable, and you have a peace of mind while you are away? Little Birds Child Care is the place where your child gets one on one attention. You will receive daily...
5.0
"Little Bird has cared for both of my children. My son was with LBC from 18 months to 3 years old. LBC did an amazing job preparing him for preschool.
My daughter has been with LBC since 6 weeks old. She's blossomed and enjoys the variety of activities offered....
Erica A.
Jolly Fun House Playschools
7559 W. Addison Street, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
Our NATIONALLY ACCREDITED private school is located at 7559 West Addison Street in Chicago. The philosophy of the program is a child's learning environment must be creative, warm and stimulating. Our approach to early childhood and elementary education is to give your child more knowledge of his or...
5.0
"My daughter really enjoyed her time at jolly fun house. They have a great summer program with lots of activities to keep any child entertained. Friendly teachers in all their classrooms."
Kathleen L.
North Shore Home Daycare
7817 Kenneth Ave, Skokie, IL
3.7
(3)
Hello there,
I have a spacious home daycare located in Skokie, IL. I have flexible hours and very competitive rates. At North Shore Home Daycare, your child will be nurtured with care, participate in age appropriate educational activities, creative arts and crafts, enjoy indoor/outdoor play time...
5.0
"We initially brought our son here with the idea that it would be for a month. It has now been 13 months! Our son receives affectionate and vigilant care. The days are flexible and if we need an extra day or two during the week, she is very accommodating."
Nichole S.
PLAYCATION LLC
1367 W CHICAGO AVE, Chicago, IL
5.0
(2)
We offer pay-by-the-hour Playcare for children ages 1-10. Currently, Hourly Playcare can be booked as far as 60 days out or scheduled same day, just 2 hours in advance. So you have the option to plan ahead or book for your last minute needs.
Whether your regular provider isn't available, or...
5.0
"I love this place! I was able to go out and celebrate my anniversary kid free! It was such a relief to get a last minute break and have some free time to get all dolled up. We did a 5hr play and my kids had the time of their life! We didn't run into any issues....
Tymia D.
Devonshire Montessori School
4154 Dempster St, Skokie, IL
Devonshire Montessori School is a premiere educational institution that provides the perfect nurturing and engaging environment in which your child will grow and learn to meet their limitless potential as they develop through the stages of childhood.
Stellina Daycare
8238 N Harlem, Niles, IL
Stellina Home Daycare offers flexible, year-round child care and preschool program with STEAM activities and research based curriculum for children 1-5. We provide also infant care option with experienced teachers with low ratio 1:2(infants and toddlers) and 1:4 (3-5). Our teachers are CPR and First...
CREATIVE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL
1735 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL
At Creative Scholars Preschool of Chicago, we strive to build a strong foundation for your child’s love of education. With a focus on early literacy development and supporting intellectual curiosity, we promote developmentally appropriate possibilities that enable us to discover the gifts each child...
ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
1625 S MANNHEIM RD, WESTCHESTER, IL
Alpha Montessori School offers a high quality traditional Montessori curriculum for children two through five years old. We offer a Spanish immersion program as well as half-day, full-day, and extended-day programs. Our teachers have over 20 years of experience and are Montessori certified. This...
Riverside Presbyterian Church Preschool - M-F from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
116 Barrypoint Rd, RIVERSIDE, IL
We have programs Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 11:00, for $450 per month, or extend until 1:00 for $750 per month. RPC preschool is celebrating 53 years of "catching 'em being good"! Our positive play-based education provides creative problem-solving learning opportunities for children. The extended...
Lakeview Preschool Academy
3536 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
*We serve children ages 2 to 5
*Flexible schedules
*Highly qualified teachers
*Nutritious meals
*Preparation for school and enrichment classes
*Healthy environment
We provide a high- quality learning experience for children in a clean, safe and secure environment that fosters a love of...
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
226 E Illinois St,, CHICAGO, 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...
Our academic environment goes beyond traditional teaching methods. It is rooted in a deep-seated belief that establishing meaningful connections between students and teachers is the cornerstone of achieving holistic development and outstanding academic outcomes. We understand that education is not...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Elmwood Park, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.