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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Chicago Ridge, IL

We have 52 after school programs in Chicago Ridge, IL! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Jenise & Jean's Home Daycare

8120 S Ada St Chicago, IL

7 mi

In home care for children 0-13 as well as after school tutoring, Our facility is a (Stream Based Curriculum) geared toward higher learning for creative mines.
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Parkview Christian Church Preschool & Kindergarten

11100 Orland Pkwy Orland Park, IL

9 mi

Child care
Parkview Christian Church Preschool & Kindergarten based in Orland Park, IL is a ministry of the Parkview Christian Church providing quality learning experiences for children ages three to five years old. The school offers innovative Preschool, Kindergarten, and After School Care programs.
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Palos Park Episcopal Day Care & Learning Center

12219 S 86th Ave Palos Park, IL

5 mi

Palos Park Episcopal Day Care & Learning Center is an educational childcare provider located at 12219 S 86th Avenue in Palos Park, Illinois. The center offers Full Daycare, Part-time Preschool, Before & After School Kids Connection, and Summer Camp. The center provides child-friendly classrooms, safe and equipped playgrounds, and a curriculum that involves plenty of stimulating activities that help in children's growth and development.
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Little Tykes Home Daycare

1812 Euclid Ave Berwyn, IL

9 mi

I have over 15 years of childcare experience, including teaching. I currently own my own Home Day Care facility which is DCFS certified. They have done background checks on me as well as certified my home as a healthy safe environment for children. I provide a nutritious home cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack, free of charge. I also provide transportation before and after school. I am CPR and first aid certified. My home daycare is smoking-free and pet free. My hours begin at 7:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. If you have any other questions, I'd love to answer them. My personal number is 708-228-8671, or you can shoot me an email at: sfmss@sbcglobal.net
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Serving All Families Everywhere

8050 S HONORE ST CHICAGO, IL

6 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
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Young Achievers Academy Incorporated

520 E 79th St Chicago, IL

9 mi

Young Achievers Academy, Incorporated is an educational child care provider located in Chicago, Illinois. The company can accommodate a maximum of 35 children, offering before and after school care from Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Young Achievers Academy serves children ages 15 months to 6 years old.
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The Castle Preschool

10244 S LONGWOOD DR CHICAGO, IL

6 mi

starting at
$825/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Research shows that children learn best through play. So that is what we do at the The Castle Preschool. We structure our day around active and engaging play. Our students are involved in their learning and sit only when necessary. We allow students the freedom to move and explore their worlds safely while also providing structure and positive behavior guidance. Teachers engage with students in a loving and caring way to build strong relationships that will lay the foundation for success in school.
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LITTLE HEARTS LEARNING ACADEMY, INC

17542 CRAWFORD AVE CNTRY CLB HLS, IL

10 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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Little People's Country

211 W Hillgrove Ave La Grange, IL

7 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Little People's Country located at 211 West Hillgrove Avenue, La Grange, Illinois, offers standard childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The center is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays.
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Imelda's Daycare

2227 S. Elmwood Avenue Berwyn, IL

9 mi

My Name is Imelda. I have two beautiful daughters; 13 & 8 years old. I have 8 years of working in a Daycare setting. I decided to obtain my DCFS license to open a home daycare to provide the highest quality childcare, through a combination of education, experience, a positive attitude and most importantly the love for children. I offer English and Spanish Language and we believe in respecting any family culture and beliefs, giving them the opportunity to feel free to share or give any comments or ideas. My home daycare is a safe and happy place where parents can trust and children can learn and grow physically, emotionally, intellectually and socially at their own pace with the positive guidance of adults. I believe that each child is an individual with his own special interests and abilities, and children learn by doing what comes naturally through play! My Program Mission: is to assist and support working parents and their families. Specializing in the education of 6 weeks-12 years old by providing an environment that is welcoming, secure, nurturing, educational and fun for their children My Curriculum: Our program is licensed by the State of Illinois. I use the Creative Curriculum; it focuses on social emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development. The components of the curriculum are applied in different learning areas: art, library, discovery, sand and water, music and movement, blocks, dramatic play, and outdoors activities. Staff: I am educated in early childhood education and CPR and First Aid. We are experienced and caring individuals that love working with children and their families. Nutrition: I provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for the well being of the children. We offer Full Day, Half Day and Before and After School. My Goals: Provide an atmosphere that is appealing, secure,comfortable, friendly, and nurturing for children to learn and socialize. Give affection, support, and trust to the families in the program. Create a learning environment through play. Guide children in development of appropriate social interaction so they can be socially competent.
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Smart Stuff Learning Center

3600 S Halsted St Chicago, IL

10 mi

Preschool
Child care
Located in Chicago, Illinois, Smart Stuff Learning Center offers a wide array of educational programs for children ages six weeks to six years. These programs include full-day childcare, preschool, and kindergarten. Additional programs include after-school programs, one-on-one or group tutoring, summer camp programs, standardized test prep, and Spanish language instruction. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Nico's Playhouse

1855 W 95TH ST CHICAGO, IL

6 mi

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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Chicago Ridge, IL

After-school programs near you in Chicago Ridge, IL vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Chicago Ridge, IL provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Chicago Ridge, IL may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in Chicago Ridge, IL, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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