TOP 10 Preschools in Melrose Park, IL

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

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose Park, IL?

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

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

When looking for a preschool near you in Melrose 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 Melrose 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 Melrose Park, IL

Zion-Concord Lutheran School

5.0

Best value private christian grade school in the area

- Ryan

CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER

5.0

Children's Creative Center (CCC) has been an incredible experience for our son. The facility is not only safe and caring but also a vibrant environment where learning is fun and engaging. The range of activities they offer keeps our son excited and curious every day. CCC places a strong emphasis on...

- Care member

BUCKTOWN ACADEMY

5.0

Our family couldn’t be happier with our experience at Bucktown Academy over the past 18 months. Within just a few weeks of starting, our friends and family noticed a remarkable difference in our son - his confidence soared, and his vocabulary expanded rapidly. He was just over two years old at the...

- Care member

BUBBLES ACADEMY

5.0

Bubbles Academy is truly a magical place. The preschool program in Bucktown is amazing, as are all the teachers and staff. My child has grown and learned so much during her two years at Bubbles. From yoga to drama classes to music, she's cultivated a love of the arts thanks to the arts-integrated...

- Care member

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.

Preschools in Melrose Park, IL

Alpha & Omega Learning Center

2217 W. Division Street, Melrose Park, IL

We provide a safe, clean, nurturing and calm environment for your child and parents. Our staff is highly qualified with a special concentration on infants and toddlers. Each day our children will be with nutritious meals &snacks. We also provide a research base Teaching Strategy Gold curriculum...

Zion-Concord Lutheran School

865 S. Church Rd, Bensenville, IL

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"Best value private christian grade school in the area"

Ryan

CHILDRENS CREATIVE CENTER

2046 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $2000/mo

5.0

(4)

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...

5.0

"The staff and teachers do such an amazing job with the kids. "

Care member

BUCKTOWN ACADEMY

1903-05 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL

5.0

(4)

Bucktown Academy is a nature-based program for children ages two through five. We provide a high-quality early childhood educational experience where children are prepared academically and socially for kindergarten. At Bucktown Academy, we believe that children learn through play within a...

5.0

"Bucktown Academy has been an incredible experience for my 3-year-old daughter and our family. I’m an early childhood educator, formally in Chicago Public Schools and now in the suburbs and was very picky on where to send my child. Everything the teachers and staff...

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BUBBLES ACADEMY

2184 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $2240/mo

5.0

(2)

Ignite Wonder with an emergent and arts-integrated curriculum that places your child’s curiosity and social emotional development at the forefront! Bubbles Academy’s educational philosophy of arts-integration combines content and skills taken from arts practices including dance, music, theatre and...

5.0

"Bubbles Academy is truly a magical place. The preschool program in Bucktown is amazing, as are all the teachers and staff. My child has grown and learned so much during her two years at Bubbles. From yoga to drama classes to music, she's cultivated a love of the...

Care member

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.

Mersiha's Family Daycare

8935 North Wisner Street, Niles, IL

5.0

(4)

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,...

5.0

"We are so happy everyday that we found Mersiha. My baby loves spending time at Mersiha's and that melts my heart. Mersiha is such an amazing and caring person which makes her a great caregiver. Her attention to details, creativity, suggestions and play environment...

Beto

ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1625 S MANNHEIM RD, WESTCHESTER, IL

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"My child has attended Alpha Montessori School in Westchester, IL, for almost three years. I highly recommend this school and give it a top rating of 5 star. They are professional, affordable, and genuinely care about children’s development. Mrs. Diana is an...

Jennifer P.

Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion Ear

2550 W Addison, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Just open in the city of Chicago! Rayito de Sol offers a unique alternative for parents and participants to integrate their childcare with bi-lingual language immersion in a licensed and accredited program. Rayito de Sol offers award-winning child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years...

5.0

"This is not only the most beautiful school I ever visit but the quality of professionals is what got me. The concept of having my child learning Spanish while is in childcare sounds great to me! This place is a MUST to tour if you are looking for a Daycare or...

Albert C.

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9

(9)

*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...

5.0

"Debbie is by far the best daycare provider we have had for our 5 and 7 year old daughters! My girls love her to pieces which is the most important thing. They look forward to going there every day and fight me to leave when I pick them up. Debbie is very loving and...

Bridget R.

Fantasy Island Schools For Kids

6100 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"Really good school! My kids love it, the food is great. We love this school and we won't leave it."

Olga K.

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

"Our 2 year old loves going to Jolly Fun House. She has learned so much in the short amount of time she's been there. The teachers, kitchen and office staff are also great with our child and they are like a big family. I would highly recommend them!"

Bridget D

Lisa M

5928 N. Manton Ave., Chicago, IL

5.0

(9)

Hello! 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...

5.0

"We could not have made a better choice that choosing Lisa to watch Shannon. Shannie has been in Sowing Seeds since she was three months old -over two years now- every day we're thankful. Our first child was in a well established daycare. With Shannon we were...

Tom B

Fun & Learning Childcare Home

1726 N Harding, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Fun and Learning Childcare Home is filled with action throughout the week and its goal is to make everyday a homelike feel... We are opened Monday-Fridays Doors open at 6:30am-5:30pm We do provide warm cooked meals for the children which include breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Here at Fun and...

5.0

"The care that my child is receiving is incredible. My son is only 5 months old and has exceeded my expectations in growth. He has hit milestones sooner than planned and is on a role. He loves his provider and all the kids he shares his day with...love it"

Sasha L.

Kids Network Academy

2930 N. Campbell, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

We are Kids Network Academy! The philosophy of our early childhood learning academy is to help children become enthusiastic learners. This means encouraging children to be active and creative explorers, who are not afraid to try out their ideas and to think their own thoughts. Our goal is to help...

5.0

"My child has attended Kids Network for over 2years now. What a hidden gem! Ms. T is the director, she has helped make our transition into daycare an easy one. The staff is friendly and always greets my little one with a warm hugs and smiles. The teacher was able to...

Jennifer T.

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

"Isabella & Alberto went to Aida's daycare when they were only ages 2 years and 10 months respectively in preparation for Kindergarten. Her daycare is very cute and clean with a nice play yard outside. Aida even has CD's for reading and phonics. My kids love being...

Michaela K

PEE WEE'S DAY CARE & PRE-SCHOOL

30 N. 5th Ave, MAYWOOD, IL

At Pee Wee's Day Care, we provide young children with the necessary tools and support for their healthy development. Our carefully designed activities nurture emotional, intellectual, and physical growth, allowing children to flourish into bright young minds

Kiddie Academy of Oakbrook Terrace

17W725 Roosevelt Rd., OAKBROOK TERRACE, 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...

THE NICHOLSON SCHOOL

1700 W CORTLAND ST STE 101, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $1320/mo

We are a play-based preschool located in Bucktown. Our passionate team of early childhood educators hold master's degrees in early childhood education. Our teachers create a stimulating classroom environment that meets each child where they are and moves them forward.