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UNDER CARREY'S CARE CORPORATION CHILDCARE CENTER
5.0
My son has been going Under Carrey’s Care since he was an infant. He is now 18 years old. He comes back and works for the summer just because he loves the teacher and the working environment. My daughter is in the infant toddler classroom. I really love her teachers they do small groups,...
- Care member
Hide and Seek Preschool LLC
5.0
Lovely Daycare. My kids have been attending for over and year now and couldn’t be more grateful for the staff. The center is clean and the my kids are really happy there. They even work well with my Autistic son.
- Care member
Bright Smiles Daycare
4.0
I have been with Bright Smiles Daycare for about four months now and have been pleased. So far while working with this service, I have been communicated with daily through written reports about my child and through text messages when needed. This has made it very convenient for me as a working...
- Aletha E.
My Children Too!
5.0
I just want to start by saying this has been the best decision i have ever made for my two children ages 2, and 7. My son has developed an amazing bond with Mrs.T as well as her assistant Ms. Alice. I was just like every other parent, scared to put my children in daycare because of the stories you...
- Gina M.
Word of Life Academy
5.0
Our family love this daycare and the staff is amazing. Such good people.
- James J.
Preschools in Riverdale, IL
UNDER CARREY'S CARE CORPORATION CHILDCARE CENTER
14419 S Atlantic, RIVERDALE, IL
3.7
(3)
5.0
"All 3 of my children have gone to this daycare and my youngest goes here now. I love the teachers and staff. They pay attention to your child and work with them at their pace of learning. The communication is everything. Best daycare ever."
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Kids Tech Discovery Center
14224 S. Indiana Avenue, Riverdale, IL
Kids Tech Discovery Center provides a nurturing, relaxed environment through the guidance of our qualified and caring staff where self-concepts are enhanced, independence is encouraged, free choice decisions are offered, social skills acquired and individuality is respected.
We acknowledge all...
Successful Beginnings Learning Center
105 E. 142nd St, Riverdale, IL
Successful Beginnings Learning Center offers a Christian nurturing environment for all children. Each classroom, from toddlers to school-age children, has age-appropriate environments to encourage children to learn, play, and explore. Each classroom has highly-trained teachers that are full of...
UNDER CARREY'S CARE CORP # 2
13763 S LOWE AVE, RIVERDALE, IL
Under Carrey’s Care Learning Center was established in 1996 and is in Riverdale, Illinois. The center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and is a Gold Circle of Quality Awarded Program. Under Carrey’s Care strives to create a well-balanced and...
Under Carrey's Care Childcare Center
419 W 144th St, Riverdale, IL
Under Carrey's Care Childcare Center is an NAEYC-accredited school located in Riverdale, Illinois. It strives to create a well-balanced and loving environment that prepares children for future academic success. It promotes love and warmth among its students. It accommodates a large capacity of one...
Safe Haven Child Care Academy Inc
54 E 138th St, Riverdale, IL
Safe Haven Child Care Inc in Riverdale, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children of all ages and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop...
5.0
(4)
Hide and Seek Preschool
Welcome to Hide and Seek Preschool, introduced to you by our owner and founder Ms. Nemeh Abuowaida and established October 2020.
We at H&SP believe that we are called to make this world a better place by nurturing each child to grow up as a loving and...
5.0
"Lovely Daycare. My kids have been attending for over and year now and couldn’t be more grateful for the staff. The center is clean and the my kids are really happy there. They even work well with my Autistic son. "
Care member
Bright Smiles Daycare
8131 S. Oglesby, Chicago, IL
4.9
(16)
Bright Smiles Daycare offers infant, toddler, and preschool care. It is our goal to provide your child with a stimulating and safe atmosphere that you and your child will trust and love. Every day your child will be given numerous opportunities to explore and experiment with their environment,...
5.0
"I would recommend Bright Smiles Daycare to anyone!!! My daughter had a home sitter until she was 16 months, so we were nervous about starting daycare. Rami and her staff were very understanding, patient, and accommodating. They treated my daughter like their own. I...
Cicely N.
My Children Too!
2357 184th St., Lansing, IL
5.0
(3)
I own and operate a licensed, loving and caring home daycare for children from the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years old. I love to teach children and watch them grow and excel academically. I was a teacher assistant at a daycare, I taught children's Sunday school and now own a home daycare. I have 4...
5.0
"My child really loves this daycare. It is very kid-friendly, the kids here are very well behaved and get along well. I am thankful I have discovered this wonderful environment!"
Anonymous
Word of Life Academy
PO Box 438771, Evergreen Park, IL
4.4
(7)
Word of Life Academy provides care for all children. We specialize in children with special needs. Charity provides care for children, ages 8 weeks to 10 years of age. We offer a preschool enrichment program as well as before and after school care.
We are fully licensed and certified to care for...
5.0
"Our family love this daycare and the staff is amazing. Such good people."
James J.
Suzanne S
6010 Avalon Ave., Oak Forest, IL
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of two school age boys. I have more than 15 years experience with children of all ages. I started caring for children in my home 7 years ago and absolutely love it! I love to get the children outside as much as possible. We have a nearby park and we have so many activities to do just...
5.0
"We have been with Sue since the fall of 2012 and have been very happy with her as a caregiver. She took care of our youngest full time and our oldest part time. Both my children were well taken care of and always enjoyed their time there. As a parent It's always...
Kendra A.
Purdue University Calumet Charlotte R. Riley Child Center
2250 173rd Street, Hammond, IN
5.0
(1)
Purdue University Calumet Charlotte R. Riley Child Center is a campus child center and laboratory school. Enrollment is open to the public. Our child center provides preschool/prek and kindergarten programs to children of students, staff, faculty, and to the community. The Charlotte R. Riley Child...
5.0
"I am a Purdue University Alumni and a parent of two children. Both my children attended Charlotte R. Riley child center at Purdue University Calumet. I have nothing but great things to say about this center. The teachers are friendly, caring and there is always...
Trina B
NEW PISGAH DAY CARE
8128 S RACINE AVE, CHICAGO, IL
5.0
(1)
Silver Quality Rating
Bi-Monthly "Mad Science" Classes, & Art Lessons
Spanish Lesson provided by "Spanish Horizon"
Teaching Strategies GOLD Curriculum
5.0
"I chose New Pisgah Day care because they have years of service and they have been long time. I have always had great interactions and the teachers are outstanding. The teachers treat the kids nice and the directors and co leaders are all wonderful. The kids who...
Lynn T.
Toddler State University
8030 S HARVARD, Chicago, IL
5.0
(5)
Recreation Education is the culminating way for the future generation to learn, and retain new information and skills. Ms. Nika, Founder, specifically trains her staff to follow the employee motto,
"Teach how THEY learn, not how YOU want to teach!"
Toddler State University...
5.0
"Our daughter started at Toddler University when she was only a few months old and is now 3. We cannot thank Ms. N enough for the amazing care that she have provided our Daughter . Our Daughter learned so much from Ms. N, shapes, to animals, songs, dances, numbers,...
Care member
Day Star School Of Excellence
20000 Arroyo Ave, Lynwood, IL
5.0
(1)
We are an in-home high scope learning program. We have a structured curriculum and schedule that gives the children in our program an expectation of what comes next. We have a performing arts program that taps into the creative side of each child and gives them a natural sense of identifying there...
5.0
"Day Star SOE is an amzing in home family child care facility. They believe in the word excellence from the service they provide to the children in there care to the curriculum they use to the families they serve. It is an awsome place to be."
Felicia J.
Noah's Ark Preschool
9230 S. Pulaski Rd, Oak Lawn, IL
5.0
(1)
Noah's Ark Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Oak Lawn, Illinois, for kids from two and a half to six years old. The curriculum promotes learning through academic readiness, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. To meet these goals, the children will have...
5.0
"This is a wonderful preschool with caring and experienced teachers!"
Alicia R.
My Other Mother Childcare Program
3528 W 75th Place, Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
My Other Mother Childcare Program is an IL state licensed program. We strive to provide an inclusive, safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment; full of learning opportunities. For us, each child is unique; therefore, the activities will be ever-changing to meet your child's changing interests...
5.0
""I am the proud parent of two sons currently enrolled in the M.O.M. program. My oldest son has been enrolled since the age 2 and my youngest transitioned when I gave birth. I must say that this is a learning circle. My 5 year old recently began kindergarten and is...
Cynthia A.
J.C.L.C. Joy's Christian Learning Center
22543 Theodore Ave., Chicago Heights, IL
5.0
(2)
It is our goal to help each child reach his/her full potential and prepare them for school. We also recognize that each child is unique and a very special blessing. We believe that God loves everyone equally and we strive to shed the light of God's love on each individual, one child at a time. Ms....
5.0
"I brought my daughter there when she was 2 and was potty training. Ms. Joy worked with us and reinforced everything I was doing at home. Success in no time! Then she worked with her academically, again reinforcing what I was doing at home. Wonderful. Wonderful....
Lynn M.
Plum Tree Academy
15036 Robey Ave., Harvey, IL
5.0
(1)
I was a Head Start teacher before starting my own childcare business I've been teaching for 28 years. My home Daycare is a very loving environment. I prepare children for Kindergarten and help school age children succeed in all subjects. I have am and pm slots open.
5.0
"I love this daycare for my daughter. It's a very homey feeling & Ms. Lewis does wonderful with the children. My daughter has become so much more independent & just overall loves the environment with the other children. Story time is her favorite. Ms. Lewis is a...
Alesha E
Creative Development Child Care, Inc.
10049 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
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We are not babysitters, but child care professionals and educators. At Creative Development Child Care we partner with parents to promote the development of each child. We provide a preschool learning environment in a safe, loving and nurturing home....
5.0
"Highly recommended!! Very clean and structured. Really helped my son along with reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. My son is now in a private school and doing very well with the curriculum. Ms. Nichelle is very nurturing and attentive, and kept me in...
KeShaun H
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Riverdale, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Riverdale, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Riverdale, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Riverdale, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.