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Recent toddler daycare reviews in River Forest, IL

Coddled Care

5.0

We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier with your wonderful beginnings in his life. Thank you to all of your special employees.

- Beth H

Renee's Learning Place

5.0

Our son was in Renee's care from 4 months to 3 years of age. Renee has been a great partner in the care and growth of his growth. We've appreciated the nice balance of flexibility and structure she provides both in how she manages her business and how she works with the children. She encourages...

- Ann T.

2nd Connection Fcc

5.0

My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids get at her small home daycare has...

- Laurel S.

Practical Life Guardian, Inc.

5.0

Lucia is absolutely amazing with all the children she works with. She is knowledgable, thoughtful and kind! My daughter absolutely loves going and she has grown and changed for the better over the year she has been at Practical Life Guardians.

- Elise C

Debbie's Daycare Home

5.0

My son started with Debbie's Daycare when he was 8 months old and it has been a wonderful experience ever since. Debbie is like family to us and I am so glad we found her. She's warm, loving, patient, communicative and funny. She has truly helped me become a better parent. My son loves going to her...

- Care member

Toddler daycares in River Forest, IL

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL

West Suburban Temple Har Zion provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in River Forest, Illinois, for kids from infant, toddler, and preschool. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to...

5.0

(1)

Organic childcare for infants and toddlers ages 3 months - 3 years.
5.0
"We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier with your wonderful beginnings in his life. Thank you to all of your special employees."

Beth H


Renee's Learning Place

Renee's Learning Place

823 W. Lawrence, Chicago, IL

5.0

(2)

Renee's Learning Place provides quality infant and toddler child care. We are located close to Lake Shore Drive. This location is accessible by both buses going downtown in addition to a short walk to the CTA Red Line. This home day care provides developmentally appropriate care to infants, toddlers...
5.0
"My first daughter thrived at RLP to the point where I couldn't imagine taking my second daughter anywhere else. My girls love Renee and Luvenia (Nay-Nay and Bubba) so much that they're more inclined to cry at pick-up than drop-off! Meals/snacks are provided,...

Divya L


2nd Connection Fcc

2nd Connection Fcc

1S310 Dillon LN, Villa Park, IL

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina. I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which...
5.0
"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...

Laurel S.


Practical Life Guardian, Inc.

Practical Life Guardian, Inc.

1426 N Keeler Ave., Chicago, IL

5.0

(11)

Practical Life Guardian, Inc. is a small Licensed Private Home Daycare in Humboldt Pk. PLG, Inc. was established in September, 2007, by former NNM Montessori after school Supervisor and local Chicago Artist, Lucia Herrera. Early Childhood Development, Special Needs, First Aid/Infant CPR and...
5.0
"Lucia is absolutely amazing with all the children she works with. She is knowledgable, thoughtful and kind! My daughter absolutely loves going and she has grown and changed for the better over the year she has been at Practical Life Guardians."

Elise C


Debbie's Daycare Home

Debbie's Daycare Home

1650 N Natoma, Oak Park, IL

4.8

(21)

*I have 30+ yrs experience as a licensed daycare provider, with fantastic references from long-term families. *We are conveniently located near North Ave and Oak Park Ave, as well as only 5 blocks away from 2 Metro stations which provide parking. *I provide all organic meals made with fresh...
5.0
"Debbie is great! She watches our child who has some special needs, and she has been flexible and respectful in the approach in doing so. I am very grateful that we connected with her and our son is better for it."

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Mersiha's Family Daycare

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
"Im so happy we found this place for our 20mo. daughter . Mersiha is an amazing teacher who understands my baby challenges and handle them with grace. I am grateful for the loving care and attention our daughter receives. The house is always clean and well...

Tatiana G.


Bright Time Daycare

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
"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...

Michelle K.


Aidas Home Daycare

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


Jolly Fun House Playschools

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


Sunshine Scholars

Sunshine Scholars

6928 16TH ST, BERWYN, IL

Starting at $1300/mo

Welcome to our child care facility servicing children between the ages of 6 weeks to 5 years old. We have an infant room, toddler room, 2's/3's room and a 4-5 year old classroom. We are open from 7am-6pm. Our facility has it's own enclosed playground area in the back. All of our meals, are...

Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park

Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park

1530 N Damen Ave., CHICAGO, IL

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning toilet independence as a toddler to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning materials, and the...

My Firsteps

My Firsteps

5209 N Winthrop Ave, Chicago, IL

Benefits that my day care would provide for you and the children Convenient hours and location Infant & toddler Curriculum Baby sing language and Spanish Itsy bitsy yoga Piece of mind Loving, educational and fun environment Part time and Full time

Lil Stars Home Daycare

Lil Stars Home Daycare

4229 N Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL

Lil Stars Home Daycare is licensed by DCFS.We are a high quality home daycare specializing in infant and toddler care that was established March 3, 2014. We provide a safe, creative, enriching environment where your child will be accepted, loved, and nutured. We serve healthy nutritious and well...

Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park

Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park

1530 N. Damen, Chicago, IL

Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the heart of Wicker Park. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. Your child will also take advantage of the beautiful, new and well prepared classrooms, indoor gross motor area,...

Guidepost Montessori Old Town

Guidepost Montessori Old Town

311 W Division Street, CHICAGO, 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—we provide individualized support,...

The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop)

The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop)

776 W. Quincy Street, CHICAGO, IL

More than just daycare, The Goddard School located in Chicago offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting. From learning how to communicate with sign language and using problem-solving skills while playing...

Our Little Kingdom Learning Home Daycare

Our Little Kingdom Learning Home Daycare

4852 N. Meade Ave, Chicago, IL

Licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. We use the Creative Curriculum for Infants/Toddlers and Preschool for daily planning of our creative, engaging, diverse lesson plans and activities. In addition, as a Christian-base daycare we believe in a solid, spiritual...

Guidepost Montessori Lincoln Park

Guidepost Montessori Lincoln Park

2301 N Clark Street, CHICAGO, 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—we provide individualized support,...

Elmhurst Premier Childcare

Elmhurst Premier Childcare

180 North York ST, ELMHURST, IL

Elmhurst Premier Childcare celebrated our 4th anniversary this past summer and are super proud to continue to serve our families and community with our innovative concept of high quality childcare. Proven to sustain the most difficult and uncertain times, our beautiful center is within walking...

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