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St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool
5.0
We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our children were so well prepared for kindergarten and I cannot thank them enough. We will be sending our newest addition to St. Paul's Lutheran preschool when he turns...
- Jamie
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL
5.0
The school provides a caring and loving environment for my child. He’s had noticeable improvements from what he learns at the school through projects, songs and activities. They do promote manners, integrity, and fairness. They have small class sizes which I really like because there is a lot of...
- vicky K.
GROWING CHILDREN OF RHODE ISLAND
5.0
As a first time mom, it was so hard to trust someone with our child. Just felt overwhelming to learn so much about how everything works. The director made it such a smooth transition. Her teacher has been amazing at keeping me up to date daily. I love that she comes home exhausted from how well they...
- Mariah G.
Montessori Explorer School
5.0
Montessori Explorer Elementary School is warm and welcoming. They made it a point to learn about my son from the beginning as a military child. The academics at the school are exceptional. My son graduated from 3rd grade and is attending a private school that supports learning at his increased...
- Care member
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
5.0
My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has been growing in this center and...
- Care member
Preschools in Waterloo, IL
Child's World Preschool
200 N Main St, Waterloo, IL
Established in 1996, Child's World Preschool is a ministry of St. Paul U.C.C. Their curriculum includes academics and fosters the children's spiritual growth as well. Located in Waterloo Illinois, programs offered are childcare, preschool, and kindergarten.
Children First Learning Center, Inc.
409 Lakeview Dr, Waterloo, IL
Established in 2011, Children First Learning Center strives to create a high quality, safe, learning environment for our families. They aim to provide sensory experiences, cognitive, physical, and language activities that enhance children's growth. Their program allows children to learn appropriate...
Caywood's Youth Center Inc
221 Bradford Ln, Waterloo, IL
Caywood's Youth Center Inc. in Waterloo, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center for children from infants to pre-kindergarten. They are open every Monday to Friday, 6AM to 6PM. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for...
Lighthouse Learning Center
303 Covington Dr, Waterloo, IL
Lighthouse Learning Center in Waterloo, Illinois is a place where children explore, discover, learn and have fun. It is an educational childcare facility serving children from infants through twelve years of age, providing them programs and caring teachers that aids in their growth and development....
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool
227 North Goodhaven, Columbia, IL
5.0
(1)
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool is a DCFS licensed preschool. We exist to assist the young child's spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, and physical development. We believe that children learn through active play. Our environment is set up with many hands-on activities for children to...
5.0
"We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our children were so well prepared for kindergarten and I cannot thank them enough. We will be sending our newest addition to St. Paul's...
Jamie
St James Early Childhood Center
105 S Lafayette St, Millstadt, IL
Located in Millstadt, Illinois, the St. James Early Childhood Center offers programs for infants and preschool in a Christian environment that is warm and nurturing. The preschool program accepts children ages three to five years old while the infant/toddler group is for children ages 6 weeks...
Mary Herbeck
1553 Hill Top Rd, Columbia, IL
Mary Herbeck owns a childcare facility that operates from Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility located at 1553 Hill Top Road, Columbia, Illinois can accommodate eight children comfortably. Mary Herbeck serves infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children, providing them a...
Little Friends Preschool
127 Saint Paul St, Columbia, IL
Little Friends Preschool is an early childhood education center located in Columbia, Illinois. The center accepts children ages three to five years old, preparing them academically and developing their social and emotional skills. Little Friends Preschool provides children with qualified and...
Happy Days Preschool
7 E South St, Smithton, IL
Happy Days Preschool is a Christian Preschool providing a warm, happy, loving environment where children can play, grow, and learn. Established in 1992, they offer quality early childhood education to the community of Smithton.
Creative Childrens Learning Center Inc
514 N Main St, Smithton, IL
The Creative Children’s Learning Center is a licensed center located in Smithton, IL. They provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. They offer both full-time and part-time sessions for preschool students. They have been providing quality, age...
St. James Infant & Toddler Center
425 Veterans Dr, Millstadt, IL
St. James Infant & Toddler Center located in Millstadt, IL offers comprehensive curriculum-based programs for children between the ages of six weeks and three years old. The school provides newly renovated building with secured entry and led by certified Early Childhood Education teachers.
TLC Child Enrichment Center
18 N Main St, Smithton, IL
TLC Child Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center that offers educational day care programs for preschoolers and elementary students. The company serves the Smithton community in Illinois, and its services are open to children ages six weeks to 12 years old. TLC Child Enrichment Center can...
Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc
100 Southwoods Ctr, Columbia, IL
Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Columbia, Illinois, for kids of all ages. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the...
Daytime Discoveries
627 S Meyer Ave, Valmeyer, IL
Daytime Discoveries provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Valmeyer, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to twelve years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child...
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL
888 S ROSELLE RD, SCHAUMBURG, IL
5.0
(2)
THE BIG BARN PRESCHOOL FACILITY provides a loving and nurturing learning environment that enhances intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Children, who are special gifts from God, are to be loved, respected, and offered challenges that foster interactive learning. Our goal...
5.0
"The school provides a caring and loving environment for my child. He’s had noticeable improvements from what he learns at the school through projects, songs and activities. They do promote manners, integrity, and fairness. They have small class sizes which I...
vicky K.
5.0
(3)
Growing Children of Rhode Island is a daycare center in South Kingstown, RI, that promotes mutual respect, shared learning, problem solving and participation. This school seeks to consider the whole child not in isolation but in the context of the community, family, and school. We offer infant,...
5.0
"When came from a negative experience and this daycare has been such a positive experience. Its well run and very clean. I love the playground area. It is partially shaded and had this great built in look out station, with a safety rail and my daughter loves it! The...
Josephine D.
5.0
(2)
Montessori Explorer offers a quality Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 2-12 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love of learning.
Montessori Explorer prides itself...
5.0
"Montessori Explorer Elementary School is warm and welcoming. They made it a point to learn about my son from the beginning as a military child. The academics at the school are exceptional. My son graduated from 3rd grade and is attending a private school that...
Care member
SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY
2385 ACADEMY PL, COLORADO SPGS, CO
5.0
(1)
We provide a family-like atmosphere for students and parents, that nurtures long-lasting cherished relationships. We have two convenient locations in Colorado Springs, East Uintah and Academy/Maizeland. Both locations offer infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and...
5.0
"My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has...
Care member
Primrose School of Livermore
2901 Las Positas Road, LIVERMORE, CA
5.0
(1)
Primrose Schools is a national family of private accredited early education and care schools across the country. We are more than just a daycare. Through our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach, we provide meaningful learning experiences for children beginning at 6 weeks of age. The...
5.0
"The school has been great we have no issues so far I have no complaints they feed her good and she is really learning!"
Sanrio and Margarida A.
5.0
(4)
The original Horizon Education Center in North Olmsted offers year-round programming for children aged 6 weeks to 14 years of age and a safe supportive environment for children. It has earned the highest quality Gold Rating from the State of Ohio's "Step Up to Quality Program. It offers...
5.0
"Horizon creates a safe and loving atmosphere for children and families "
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Waterloo, IL
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Waterloo, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Waterloo, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Waterloo, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.