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BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

5.0

I have 2 children at BGMS full time and you will not find a better place to care for your children. The Montessori experience is extraordinary for helping our children become well-rounded, confident, independent people and no place does it better than BGMS. The teachers have so much experience and...

- Martha D.

Kidz Day Care

5.0

My little Adi loves to see Miss Susan every morning. I know she's in the best hands.

- Melinda

Champions Early Learning Center

5.0

Our daughter started in the infant room and is now in the "twos" room, while our son is now in the infant room. The staff is fantastic (great communication and genuinely caring), clean and bright learning environment, with plenty of toys and a playset for them to get outside. We highly recommend...

- John M.

Wild Grace Nursery School

5.0

I cannot say enough good things about Wild Grace! Sending my child to daycare for the first time was nerve-wracking, but having the wonderful team at Wild Grace has made the transition a breeze. Our child gets wonderful care and endless activities, playtime and exploration. I would not hesitate...

- Kelsey R.

Little Love Bugs Learning Center

5.0

Mrs. Serena, is such a loving and caring person! I knew my son was in great hands. She was very flexible when our work schedule would quickly change, my son loved going to her home. She even helped soooo much with potty training!! Never had any complaints. The atmosphere is very warm & welcoming I...

- Mercedez A.

Preschools in Lake Forest, IL

Montessori School of Lake Forest

Montessori School of Lake Forest

13700 W Laurel Dr, Lake Forest, IL


Childrens Center of Lake Forest provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Lake Forest, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...

Episcopal Church

400 E Westminster, Lake Forest, IL

Episcopal Church provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Lake Forest, Illinois, for kids from two to four years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best...

BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

950 ELLEN DR, BUFFALO GROVE, IL

Starting at $1950/mo

5.0

(2)

5.0
"Buffalo Grove Montessori school is so much more than a daycare it is a community. We are thrilled to be part of their family. We couldn't imagine going anywhere else."

Danielle M.


Kidz Day Care

Kidz Day Care

1531 Glenn Dr, North Chicago, IL

5.0

(5)

Kidz Day Care is located in North Chicago, IL and is within 10 minutes of most major businesses in the city (Great Lakes Naval Base, Abbott (Abbvie), Emco, Lovell VA, and Uline. My business has been established in the community for 26+ years. We provide PEACE OF MIND for working parents. The...
5.0
"My daughter, Samantha, has been with Miss Susan for two months. She kicks and coos when she sees her every morning. It gives me real peace of mind while I'm at work knowing she is in a place where she is loved."

Matthew G.


Champions Early Learning Center

Champions Early Learning Center

1441 Lake Street, Libertyville, IL

5.0

(8)

We are conveniently located at Butterfield School. Our early foundations preschool and prekindergarten program enhances children's confidence by providing activities to help children become problem solvers and lifelong learners. Through small group instruction and independent play in an organized...
5.0
"We have two daughters in Champions programs and are very happy with the quality of care, attention, and teaching that is provided in the Early Learning Center. It is a great environment and a very convenient location which our child loves as it feels like they're...

Ben


Wild Grace Nursery School

Wild Grace Nursery School

237 Everts Pl, Highwood, IL

5.0

(1)

Wild Grace provides a boutique home-based childcare setting where every child is treated with respect, compassion, empathy, inclusiveness, and patience. Our philosophy and curriculum are a combination of various child development approaches focused on the WHOLE child.The Wild Grace approach will...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Wild Grace! Sending my child to daycare for the first time was nerve-wracking, but having the wonderful team at Wild Grace has made the transition a breeze. Our child gets wonderful care and endless activities, playtime and...

Kelsey R.


Little Love Bugs Learning Center

Little Love Bugs Learning Center

1311 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

Little Love Bugs Learning Center is located in North Chicago, IL. Currently, I have openings for children, ages 2 to 5 years old. I also offer before and after school care for all school aged children. I will provide a loving, safe, and nurturing environment that will keep your little ones...
5.0
"Mrs. Serena, is such a loving and caring person! I knew my son was in great hands. She was very flexible when our work schedule would quickly change, my son loved going to her home. She even helped soooo much with potty training!! Never had any complaints. The...

Mercedez A.


CHILD FIRST ACADEMY NORTH

CHILD FIRST ACADEMY NORTH

675 MILWAUKEE AVE, LINCOLNSHIRE, IL

It’s been well said, “What greater gift can we offer society than to teach our children?” Child First Academy utilizes the most advanced research in neuroscience as a foundation for our advanced early learning pedagogy. We now know that 80% of brain development occurs between the ages of birth to 3...

The Learning Tree Childcare

The Learning Tree Childcare

735 Ela Rd, Lake Zurich, IL

Nationally accredited childcare for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten and before and after school care with an all day summer camp program for ages 2 and older.

Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights

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 Deerbrook

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...

YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

610 PETERSON RD, LIBERTYVILLE, IL

Starting at $1200/mo

Family owned since 1989 At Young at Heart Center, we are singularly devoted to giving your child the best possible environment to develop basic socialization skills. Your child can enjoy exciting recreational activities and acquire learning skills that prepare them for kindergarten and elementary...

Children Of Glory

Children Of Glory

330 N. Fiore Park Way, Vernon Hills, IL

New home day care just open in Vernon Hills area ! Transferred from Highland park , IL. Experience preschool teacher , have a bachelor in psychology , worked in Montessori school , tutor time , Bethany learning center and doing Volunteer teaching in school . I had a home day care in Highland Park...

Teresa M

Teresa M

140 N. Prairie Ave, Mundelein, IL

I have been in childcare for 20+ years. I have been a preschool teacher, private nanny to running my own daycare. I love watching a young child's mind absorb all that is around it.

Alice's Discovery Academy

Alice's Discovery Academy

1411 S. White Oak Drive, Waukegan, IL

Alice's Discovery Academy is the only ECC facility in Lake County that provides extended hours, including before and after school care and overnight care. More than 1400 children have attended the Academy since 1995. We provide a nurturing childcare environment for preschool, daycare, music...

Alta Vista Montessori School

Alta Vista Montessori School

1850 W Winchester Rd, Libertyville, IL

Children five months or five years of age have already embarked on a journey from which they are learning great lessons, those that are traditionally academic and those that will shape their character. At Alta Vista We help our students to learn and understand the world, so that one day...

Bundle Of Joy Childcare

Bundle Of Joy Childcare

1529 13TH STREET, Waukegan, IL

Bundle of Joy is a safe, loving daycare home with CDA, Silver star rating with ExceleRate Illinois and accredited with NAFCC. Our all-inclusive program provides quality childcare to children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and extracurricular activities. We...

NORTHBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL

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...

Jamie M's Home Day Care, Inc

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...

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