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

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

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Oak Forest, IL?

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

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Recent preschool reviews in Oak Forest, IL

Burge's Quality Daycare

5.0

Great home environment facility. My child is excelling in what he is being taught.

- Cathie

Amanda L

5.0

Best daycare i've experienced yet! My children were loved and cared for. The rates were exceptionally reasonable. What i liked the most was that it's a perfectly setup daycare and the caregivers are very friendly and professional.

- Melissa D.

Penny Lane Schools

5.0

My daughter will be 3 this June and I feel she will benefit from daycare. I feel she is a little behind in some areas and should be around kids her age. I'm only looking for a couple days a week to get her started. Thank you in advance!

- Ashley N.

WEATHERSBY WONDER WORLD INC

5.0

"Its a wonderful place, may daughter goes there and I am pleased!"

- Nicole W.

Bottles 2 Books Quality Childcare Academy Inc.

5.0

Excellent staff and very friendly over there.....The Directors and Teachers are Awesome as well as The Owner...they really cares about families. I would recommend this business for quality childcare...the facility is always VERY CLEAN.

- Deon R.

Preschools in Oak Forest, IL

Reggio Academy

6330 W 127TH ST, Palos Heights, IL

Our mission at Reggio Academy is to provide children with the tools they need to develop a lifelong love of learning and education in a nurturing and safe place. These tools include interesting environments to explore, exceptional learning materials, appropriate social emotional guidance and support...

Cindy's Child Care

12219 Lakeview Trail, Homer Glen, IL

Hello! I am a former special education teacher of 8 years and now I am a stay at home mom of 3 boys ages 9, 7, and 3. I have been watching children in my home since I left teaching 7 years ago and absolutely love it. I feel like my daycare kids become a part of my family. I like to do lots of arts...

Hope Montessori, Inc

17007 Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL

Montessori Program with Early Bird, Extended Day, All Day, and Summer options. Child- centered and hands-on learning approach. Stimulating, yet peaceful classroom environments vibrant with activity.

Just Like Home Childcare

517 E. Birch Dr., Glenwood, IL

I run a small family home daycare in my home. I believe that every child is special and should receive their own individual attention. I m currently enrolling ages 6 weeks-12 years old. I have one substitute, who is my mom, and she s also a RN. I provide a fun and comfortable but structured learning...

Me & You Learning Academy

11223 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL

Burge's Quality Daycare

3017 Longfellow Ave, Hazel Crest, IL

5.0

(1)

Burge's Quality Daycare offers early childhood learning and childcare services to the community in Hazel Crest, Illinois. The company's facilities are open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, weekdays, and can accommodate eight children comfortably. Burge's Quality Daycare serves infants, toddler, preschool...

5.0

"Great home environment facility. My child is excelling in what he is being taught."

Cathie

Amanda L

8950 S. 84th Court, Hickory Hills, IL

5.0

(3)

I've been doing in home childcare for a little over 16 years now and I am licensed through the state. Prior to my daycare career I was a teacher until I became a Mom! I was also the head of an after-school program for a local elementary school. I've worked in daycare, summer camps, summer school,...

5.0

"Amanda is hands down the best babysitter I've ever had! We had really been through some tough times with sitters before meeting Amanda. As soon as her and I started communication, I knew she was a great fit for my family. She babysat for my two kids for a little...

Liz B.

Penny Lane Schools

10255 S. Ridgeland Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL

5.0

(3)

Penny Lane School started at 8901 s. 52nd Avenue in the fall of 1988 with an enrollment of 25 students and three staff members. We have expanded, moved and grown to serve more than 300 students with 80 staff members. We now have two separate locations with various programs available to serve our...

5.0

"My daughter will be 3 this June and I feel she will benefit from daycare. I feel she is a little behind in some areas and should be around kids her age. I'm only looking for a couple days a week to get her started. Thank you in advance!"

Ashley N.

WEATHERSBY WONDER WORLD INC

461 E 111TH ST, CHICAGO, IL

Starting at $320/mo

5.0

(1)

5.0

" "Its a wonderful place, may daughter goes there and I am pleased!""

Nicole W.

Bottles 2 Books Quality Childcare Academy Inc.

695 E. Sibley Blvd., Dolton, IL

5.0

(1)

Bottles 2 Books Quality Childcare Academy Inc. is a "High Quality" Childcare service center. We service children from the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We also provide extended services in both of our locations in Dolton and Lynwood Illinois. Beginning May 1st, 2017, B2B Academy will be a 24...

5.0

"Excellent staff and very friendly over there.....The Directors and Teachers are Awesome as well as The Owner...they really cares about families. I would recommend this business for quality childcare...the facility is always VERY CLEAN."

Deon R.

FIRST CHOICE OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC

4243 Oakwood Ln, Matteson, IL

5.0

(1)

First Choice Outreach Ministries Inc. in Matteson, Illinois is a home-based Child Care Center that can accommodate up to 8 children from infants to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing and safe learning environment for the child’s overall growth and...

5.0

"This child care service has been a life line cup me as a single mother. They nurture, teach, and go above and beyond the call of duty to assure the parents that cutout child is in great care. I felt so confident when Amanda was in their care. I went work feeling so...

Theresa P

Kids Station Inc

9453 Enterprise Dr, Mokena, IL

5.0

(2)

Kids Station Inc located in 9453 Enterprise Drive Mokena Illinois is a daycare center that provides a nurturing environment to children under its care. It serves infants, toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. The center has a capacity of 81 children at the maximum.

5.0

"These people are the best! I would recommend them to ANYONE! I know everything about my daughters day everytime I pick her up. They are loving and benefical to my daughters education! LOVE LOVE LOVE THEM"

Kristina B

Iva T

3629 West 82nd Place, Chicago, IL

5.0

(1)

I am currently in the childcare field and have been for over 10 years. I have worked as a preschool teacher in the head start program and state pre-K at two day care centers. I've also worked in the private sector as a childcare providers assistant. I am a licensed daycare provider by the state of...

5.0

"Iva is an awesome child care provider. She's been watching my children from birth until school age! Nothing but a good experience! Very sweet personality and willing to work with my schedule! My kids love her, I do too! Great Experience OVERALL!"

Cartia W.

Baby Einstein Scholastic Day Care

15306 Vine Ae, Harvey, IL

5.0

(1)

5.0

"Mrs. Washington has an excellent curriculum for her home daycare. She is loving, patient and reliable"

Tenara W.

Oak Park KinderCare

16100 Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, 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...

Gymboree Play & Music / Gymboree Of Orland Hills Illinois

9289 W. 159th Street, Orland Hills, IL

Gymboree Play & Music-Gymboree of Orland Hills is a child care facility that offers play-based programs to children beginning at birth through preschool. The company provides academic programs and enrichment classes that focus on child development and school readiness skills. Gymboree Play & Music...

Creative Little Ones Preschool

9528 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL

Creative Little One's Preschool is an early childhood education and child care provider located at 9528 S Halsted Street, Chicago, Illinois. The school serves children ages two to six years old in an educational environment that is safe, nurturing and comfortable. Creative Little One's Preschool...

Bright Start Child Care & Preschool

1800 Ridge RD, Homewood, IL

Each classroom, from infants to school-age children, has age-appropriate environments to encourage children to learn, play, and explore. Each classroom has trained teachers that are full of enthusiasm and encouragement, so that the growth and development of our children are maximized. Collaborating...

FIRST STEP CHILD CARE INC.

22025 GOVERNORS HWY, RICHTON PARK, IL

Flossmoor Community Church Preschool

2220 Carroll Pkwy, Flossmoor, IL

Flossmoor Community Church Preschool in Flossmoor, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children ages two to five years old and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's...