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Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Highland Park, IL?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Highland 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 Highland Park, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Highland Park, IL?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Highland 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 Highland Park, IL.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Highland Park, IL?

When looking for a preschool near you in Highland 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 Highland Park, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Recent preschool reviews in Highland Park, IL

Lincolnshire Community Nursery School

5.0

My daughter attends LCNS and it is wonderful. I can not say enough good things about the teachers and the director of this school!

- Paula L.

OPEN ARMS CHRISTIAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

5.0

We had our son at other schools and daycares and what sets open arms apart is the teachers genuinely care about the children. All the teachers get to know the families and each of the kid’s individual needs and interests. Another important piece for me is the Christian values they help instill...

- Ania C.

St David's Nursery School

5.0

Amazing preschool! I am beyond impressed with the things my 4 year old has been working on at St. DAVID'S. Last month he brought home an art book where he had painted pictures in the styles of Picasso, Seurat, Pollard and Matisse. Earlier in the year he brought home a feelings book that had picture...

- Danel D.

Dayspring Montessori School

5.0

Amazing school with fantastic and loving teachers. Wonderful, clean, happy learning environment. I love school's philosophy and approach to the kids. The teachers not only teach kids about knowledge but also help kids learn to be more independent. Along with the academic curriculum, students are...

- Maggie T.

CHILDREN'S LEARNING PATH MONTESSORI SCH

5.0

My daughter attended preschool there last year and had an amazing time. Their care and attention to each child and their family is one of their greatest assets. They made sure there was individualized attention for each child and to their parents/families. Communicating their needs right away....

- Euna B.

Preschools in Highland Park, IL

The Learning Experience

343 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL

See what makes each TLE Center such a vibrant, happy place-and what sets us apart in the early childhood education industry. With attention to every detail, we design TLE Centers to foster an environment where early childhood education feels comfortable, safe and fun - and encourages a young...

Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect

920 Perimeter Drive, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL

Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect 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...

NORTHBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL

135 SANDERS RD, NORTHBROOK, IL

Starting at $2280/mo

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...

Nature's Child Learning

1105 Midway Road, Northbrook, IL

Nature's Child Learning Center is a hands-on preschool inspiring our next generation through exploration. Our child led, home based curriculum provides a safe and stimulating environment to develop the whole child; physically, emotionally, socially and academically. Our Mission: At Nature's...

Bright Stars Kids University

100 Village Grn, Lincolnshire, IL

Bright Stars Kids University (BSKU) is a day care center with a focus on education for young children ages 2 to 6. We create educational, healthy, safe, loving and fun atmosphere for your children. Our programs meet or exceed quality standards and support the emotional, social, behavioral and...

Lincolnshire Community Nursery School

30 Riverwoods Rd, Lincolnshire, IL

5.0

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Lincolnshire Community Nursery School based in Lincolnshire, IL is an NAEYC-accredited preschool that serves children between the ages of eighteen months and four years old. The school offers rewarding preschool programs that encourage children to learn through hands-on discovery and play.

5.0

"My daughter attends LCNS and it is wonderful. I can not say enough good things about the teachers and the director of this school!"

Paula L.

OPEN ARMS CHRISTIAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1850 CHESTNUT AVE, GLENVIEW, IL

5.0

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5.0

"I have three kids that have been apart of Open Arms. My oldest spent 5 years there, my second child is in her 5th year now and I have a baby enrolled. Over the last 7 years with the center, I have had a great experience. They are a wonderful and caring place I...

Nora F.

St David's Nursery School

2410 Glenview Rd, Glenview, IL

5.0

(1)

St David's Nursery School located in Glenview Illinois is a licensed center that offers education and childcare in a nurturing and safe environment. St David's Nursery School serves children from age 0 until 6 years old. It has a capacity of 57 children at the maximum.

5.0

"Amazing preschool! I am beyond impressed with the things my 4 year old has been working on at St. DAVID'S. Last month he brought home an art book where he had painted pictures in the styles of Picasso, Seurat, Pollard and Matisse. Earlier in the year he brought...

Danel D.

Dayspring Montessori School

950 Northbrook Ave, Northbrook, IL

5.0

(1)

Dayspring Montessori School in Northbrook, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center that can accommodate up to 35 children from fifteen months to kindergarten. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall...

5.0

"Amazing school with fantastic and loving teachers. Wonderful, clean, happy learning environment. I love school's philosophy and approach to the kids. The teachers not only teach kids about knowledge but also help kids learn to be more independent. Along with the...

Maggie T.

CHILDREN'S LEARNING PATH MONTESSORI SCH

1133 PFINGSTEN RD, NORTHBROOK, IL

Starting at $1390/mo

5.0

(1)

We provide excellent care and academic program . Our summer program brings more versatile development for children ages 2 to 6 years old with Montessori Philosophy. We encourage children to engage in full individual learning instead of doing same thing for everyone

5.0

"My daughter attended preschool there last year and had an amazing time. Their care and attention to each child and their family is one of their greatest assets. They made sure there was individualized attention for each child and to their parents/families....

Euna B.

Karyn's Daycare

713 Bayside Court, Wheeling, IL

5.0

(6)

I have been doing in-home day care for over 25 years with kids ranging from infant and up. I believe in a family friendly environment that nurtures the well being of the child. I teach them the basics of letters, numbers, colors and shapes, and other developmental practices that will help guide...

5.0

"I was introduced to Karyn through my sister who brings her two children to Karyn. My son is six months old and has been going to Karyn's for the last few months. She is like a second mom to my son already and has been so helpful, knowledgeable, kind, caring and so...

Tori R

Creme de la Creme

2401 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL

5.0

(1)

The foundation of Creme de la Creme is the environment we create within our physical buildings, because it is the design of our building that allows the curriculum and our teachers to maximize your child's potential. As you search for the finest in early education for your child, you'll discover...

5.0

"There is not a childcare facility in the greater Chicago area better than Creme de la Creme. From the moment I stepped foot in the door the director Kesha welcomed me with open arms and I did not leave that day without committing to send our little ones there. We...

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Willow Wood Preschool, Inc

684 Oak St, Winnetka, IL

Located in Winnetka, Illinois, Willow Wood Preschool, Inc. offers a warm, nurturing environment that promotes the social, physical and intellectual development of children ages eighteen months to five years old. The school offers summer camp, after-school programs and classes, utilizing a play-based...

Little Learners Educational Center

1060 W Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL

Little Learners Educational Center located at 1060 West Rand Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from seven AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers...

Village Preschool Inc

308 N Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights, IL

Located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, the Village Preschool, Inc. is a developmental preschool that provides educational and care services to children ages three to six years old. The school is staffed with qualified and experienced teachers that encourage, guide, and help children develop their...

Children of The Shepherd Preschool

1111 N Elmhurst Rd, Prospect Heights, IL

Children of The Shepherd Preschool located in Prospect Heights, IL is a non-profit organization specializing children between the ages of two and six years old. The school provides a high-quality environment for every preschool child where their highly trained staff teach the principles of caring,...

ROSE HALL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1140 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL

Rose Hall Montessori School is an active member of the American Montessori Society and the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools. Based in Wilmette, IL, Rose Hall Montessori School uses a Montessori-based curriculum dedicated to provide a child-centered, hands-on learning experience. They offer...

Wesley Child Care Center & Extended Services

727 Harlem Ave, Glenview, IL

Wesley Child Care Center & Extended Services based in Glenview, IL offers Preschool, Kindergarten, Before and After School Care, and School-age/Summer Camp programs. The center specializes in children ages two years to Sixth Grade and operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:45 AM to 6 PM.

North Arlington Hts KinderCare

1320 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Hgts, 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...

Winnetka Covenant Preschool

1200 Hibbard Road,, Wilmette, IL

Winnetka Covenant Preschool is located in Wilmette, Illinois and provides early childhood education to children ages two to five years old. The school utilizes a play-based approach to learning to develop children's creativity and natural curiosity to explore and learn. Winnetka Covenant Preschool...