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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Crystal Lake, IL

We have 12 after school programs in Crystal Lake, IL! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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La Petite Academy Child Care-Crystal Lake

190 North Route 31 Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Child care
Preschool
La Petite Academy Child Care located in Crystal Lake, IL has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre school, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School and Summer Camp.The center are open on weekdays from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Creative Learning Childcare

636 Gerry Street Woodstock, IL

5.0(2)

8 mi

Creative Learning Childcare is a licensed, family daycare located on Gerry Street, just blocks from Emricson Park, Woodstock Square and Dean Street Elementary School. I've worked with children over the past 23 years from ages 5 weeks to 18 years (special needs included). I owned a licensed daycare in Palatine and Barrington many years ago, and cared for and watched grow to adulthood many wonderful children. Several of whom graduated college and went on to very lucrative careers, (2 doctors). How can anyone ask for a better job than this!? When I moved to Woodstock 5 years ago, I went back to college and received my certificate in Early Childhood Education, along with taking many other courses associated with early childhood growth and development, attending seminars, and continue to take online courses through INCCRRA. I then worked with the school district for several years as a building supervisor with the after school program at both Dean street and Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center with preschool through 5th grade children. I then made the decision to once again open an in-home childcare in order to better serve the families whose children I care for. With over 20 years' experience in the child care field, certificates in Early Childhood growth/development, First Aid/CPR-certified, and fully licensed in the state of Illinois, CLC is dedicated to making your child and family feel like part of our family, with low maximum enrollment, your child will receive more one-on-one care to better serve their needs. I have a daily schedule which includes but not limited to, free outdoor/indoor imaginative play, sensory play, reading, math, and writing skill development, music and movement, arts and crafts, science, and dedicated homework time! *Movie, games and special snack Fridays! Creative Learning Childcare is the place for your child to feel at home in my home! Competitive rates, 1/2 off 1 week following 3 consecutive months of care, as well as 10% off second child. Located near downtown Woodstock, Emricson Park and Dean Street School, with drop-off/pick-up from Dean Street daily for Dean students. Full day, part day and before/after school rates available for infants, toddlers and school-aged children. Please inquire. For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact Ms. Kim @ (815) 596-0170. or email; kimscreativelearningchildcare@gmail.com

Kathy says "My granddaughter just loves Ms. Kim! She's learning a lot and having so much fun at the same time. Low enrollment means she gets more attention than most...

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Bright Oaks Daycare

511 Indian Trace Woodstock, IL

8 mi

I am the mother of 3 beautiful children ages 2, 4, and 8. I have worked in a child care center as a sub exploring classes from 6 weeks to school age for a year before becoming a toddler teacher and loving it for the next two years. After leaving the center when I was pregnant with my 3rd child I volunteered in my son's classroom working with students on sight words and math.
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A Child's Place Early Learning Center - Volo

26705 W COMMERCE DR VOLO, IL

9 mi

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to A Child’s Place Early Learning Center Early Learning Center! For years, A Child’s Place Early Learning Center Early Learning Center has provided top-quality early childhood education for children from infants through school age. Our safe, fun, enriching curriculum and caring staff help create a solid foundation to allow little ones to grow, develop, and explore.
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Growing Tree

1800 Wicker Street Woodstock, IL

5.0(4)

8 mi

This is an In-Home Daycare. I am CPR/First Aid Certified. I provide after school and before school care, full-time and part-time care. Night time care and weekend care are possible. Fenced backyard. Activities, crafts and meals provided.

Andrea M says "Our family has known Jenny for a long time...I have 2 boys that Jenny used to babysit for when they were young....I have to say 'hands down' she was the...

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Little Hands Home Daycare & Preschool

10212 Somerset Ln Huntley, IL

10 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Little Hands Home Daycare & Preschool offers preschool, full-time care, part-time care, before/after school care and summer care. The school aims to provide children opportunities to build confidence, develop a love of learning and have a solid academic foundation. Little Hands Home Daycare & Preschool provides a play-based program, offering children plenty of hands-on materials and activities for effective learning.
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Tutor Time

1551 Millbrook Dr Algonquin, IL

8 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Tutor Time provides a wide-range of services and programs designed to meet the education and child care needs of young children. The facility is based in Algonquin, Illinois and is open to preschoolers and kindergarten children. They also provide before-school and after-school programs, as well as summer care and camps.
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The TreeHouse

Kishwaukee Vly Rd Woodstock, IL

8 mi

After school care. Kids ages 5-12.
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Nicole's In-home Child Care

4410 Whitehall Ln Algonquin, IL

8 mi

Hello and thanks for reading my profile! I am a certified educator and have been working as an elementary school social worker for the past 5 years. I am looking to take a break from my career so I can stay at home with my 8 month old daughter. My daughter and I both love children of all ages and would love the opportunity to care after 1-2 additional children within our home. In addition to having a background in education, I am really passionate about living a healthy lifestyle. My family loves to eat organically and spend time exploring the world outdoors. Your child will be in great hands and is sure to enjoy their time in our home. I have one daughter, five nephews and many former students that would confirm this to be true :)
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Care In My Home

2801 Apache Trail McHenry, IL

4 mi

Mother of a 5 year old girl, step mom to a 3 year old boy, great with kids. I home schooled my little girl for the majority of her pre-kindergarten life, as well as I used to be an after-school program art teacher. Your child will be fed home-cooked, nutritious food, engaged in play, taught, read to, played with. Music, dance, arts and crafts. Lots of fun to be had. I am firm, I believe manners are important and great behavior is rewarded. I have a large home, and because of our children, toys, games, and books abound! Non-smoking, drug free environment. Feel free to ask me anything! Available for full-time, part-time, and emergency sitting.
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ACADEMY OF STARS CHILDCARE

22102 N PEPPER RD STE 105 LK BARRINGTON, IL

9 mi

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
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We provide childcare to 0-5yrs old. We have great teachers and staff on board that work with our children and parents.
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Miss Kim's Learning Ladder

2469 Cascade Court Wauconda, IL

9 mi

Miss Kim's Learning Ladder is a new in home day care center. In my home your child will receive exceptional care while having fun and learning! A day in my center includes play time, age appropriate crafts and lessons, healthy meals, naps, circle time, stories, silly song/dance time. I have over 10 years experience with working with children of all ages, 2 years experience in working in a preschool environment, and 2 years working for a company who manufactures and distributes educational tools and toys for children of all ages. I am also a mom, which is my favorite experience! I know and understand the frustrations in finding a good day care while you're away at work, I have been there as well as many close friends. This is why I decided to leave work, open my own certified day care center (with very affordable rates) where parents are confident their child is in great hands! I build lessons and goal sheets based on what YOUR needs are for your child(ren) and I work closely with you the parents on obtaining those goals (be it weaning, potty training, behavioral or just help learning basic age appropriate goals). I work on gross on fine motor skills in infants as well as preschoolers. In my home you can expect a small setting with few children. I do this so I can spend quality time with each child. In some cases less really is more! I feel that the more children you have in a center, the less you can guarantee safety, education and development! I am available Monday-Friday from 6am to 6pm, full-time as well as part time, and before and after school care. Please contact me to set up an in home meeting! Thank you, Kim
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Crystal Lake, IL

After-school programs near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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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