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606 East St Mazon, IL

12 mi

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The children in our center learn through play and a fun interactive theme based curriculum. We offer breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. Our small groups make for more individualized learning and allow more 1 on 1 time for each child.

606 East Street Mazon, IL

12 mi

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Dawn of a New Day Care - "Making young minds brighter!" At Dawn of a New Day Care Center, our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for children of 6 weeks through 12 years. We recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles, and personalities. Our highly-qualified teachers and staff are committed to working within each child's comfort zone to ensure optimal social, emotional, and educational…

306 S DIVISION ST BRAIDWOOD, IL

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15 mi

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Our first goal is to provide a safe environment for all children. We make it known that each child is their own person and they will learn and explore at his or her own pace. Each child is encouraged to be creative in their own way. We as teachers will help them in every way to be the best that they can be. We will always encourage little minds to think for themselves and to explore in every way. The propose of Playhouse Academy is provide a high quality, affordable early learning child care…
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Marisa D. says "We've been here for a few years now. The staff is always really nice. They're priced well for our budget. I have nothing but really good things to say about them, My kids love to go!"
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Preschool

125 S BERTA RD DIAMOND, IL

16 mi

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16 Aspen Ct. Fairbury, IL

25 mi

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The mission of Faithful Friends Christian Preschool & Daycare is to provide a loving, caring, developmentally appropriate environment where all children can learn and grow. We are a DCFS licensed childcare center located in the heart of Fairbury, IL. It is the intent of Faithful Friends to provide the same type of loving, nurturing care environment children receive at home while also providing additional opportunity for social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth potential. We…

27754 Bluegrass Dr. Channahon, IL

26 mi

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Little Learner Children's Academy, LLC mission is to provide children with learning experiences and a wide variety of experiences that help them develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development. We recognize the uniqueness of the individual child, family, and the community in which we reside.
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Cooperative

24466 W Eames Street Channahon, IL

26 mi

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Are you looking for quality, loving care for your infant, 6-weeks through 3-years old? We offer a DCFS Licensed Christian Daycare not only for our Families of Faith Academy families but also for those in our community. Since 2005, we have been a non-denominational Christian Preschool through High School. We added our daycare in 2014. Our facilities, faculty and tremendous love for children have enabled us to offer the safest and most loving atmosphere for your babies and toddlers. Our…
Special needs
Kindergarten
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Academic
Preschool
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative

24466 W Eames Street Channahon, IL

26 mi

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555 E. North St. A Bradley, IL

27 mi

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Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Academic

1004 Lincoln Dr. Manteno, IL

27 mi

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Inspiring Minds Academy offer services for children 6 weeks - 5 years of age. We are a licensed daycare center. We have just relocated to Manteno, IL. We will be opening our doors in January. We offer nutritional meals, real-time photos and videos, security monitoring, digital daily child reports, parent-teacher conference, portfolio of child, parent appreciation day, and so much more. Please call 708-400-0059 to pre-enroll now to be added to our waitlist.

1018 Conrad Lane Shorewood, IL

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32 mi

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I have a DCFS licensed daycare that provides a quality, professional and safe environment for your little one. I participate in the federal food program to ensure proper nutrition for your child. I am licensed to watch children from age 6 weeks to 12 years. My husband and I are background checked and finger printed as well as CPR, First-Aid and AED trained for the safety of your children. I have a fully fenced in backyard with plenty of toys, jungle gyms and much more. We have a park close by…
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Katherine H. says "Erica is the best! My daughter loves her so much and we are so happy we found her."
In-Home daycare
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

1118 Hummingbird Circle Joliet, IL

33 mi

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Welcome to Foundation of Knowledge Children's Academy. We are a small licensed family child care facility. We are different than a Day Care Center because we limit the number of children that are enrolled. By staying small we can provide the quality care and nurturing atmosphere that your child deserves. At Foundation of Knowledge Children's Academy, our objective is to establish a trusting relationship with the child and his/ her family by providing an educational and hands -on-…

1 West Theodore Street Joliet, IL

33 mi

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Get $20 off your weekly tuition when you enroll full-time in the month of January 2020. We're a year-round, Eco-Friendly Family Childcare and Early Learning Program licensed for up to 16 children, ages 3 months to 12 years old. Our toys are Green Toys made from recycled milk cartons without the harsh chemical lead paints which are dangerous to little people's brain development and behaviors. WE'VE SERVED OVER 100 FAMILIES SINCE 2002. You can check out our Facebook Page to see what we're up…

1127 Heron Circle Joliet, IL

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33 mi

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Takecare-Daycare LLC, offers you and your family. safe & secure environment CPR, First-Aid, Licensed Nurse Provider Licensed through DCFS/CCR&R Program Full-time/Part-time Before & After School Care Nutritious Meals Thru Daycare Resources Curriculum/Activities Provided Affordable Tuition
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Daniel F says "Awesome Daycare great staff great curricular"

3205 Wexford Lane Joliet, IL

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33 mi

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MLH Early Education received the Gold ExceleRate of Illinois as of March 2025. Kera Lewis- Rodriguez, philosophy of teaching focuses on the cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development of each child. With the creative use of basic American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish, Creative Curriculum, Ages & Stages assessment tool, and manipulatives (i.e. Lego bricks, puzzles, foam letters, numbers, and shapes, etc.), the children retain information for basic learning and use what is…
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Jennifer J. says "My children love MLH! My youngest is enrolled in the pre-k program with Ms. Kera and already knows his alphabet, some sight words, colors, numbers, some Spanish and ASL! They get to work on computers (which he loves), and have a new Lego corner and reading nook. My two older ones are in school and periodically go to MLH and enjoy the kids their age, playing games, going to the parks, field trips, and they even have responsibilities while they are there. Definitely recommend…
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Kindergarten
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Academic
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

1918 Crestview Dr Plainfield, IL

35 mi

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I am a licensed day care provider with 20 years experience in the field. I am trained to care for children with special needs. Also I am first aid and CPR certified.

7402 Windstone Ct Plainfield, IL

35 mi

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Welcome to Happy Kids Home Daycare, Providing Quality Childcare in a fun, safe, nurturing learning environment for your child. Where your child will get the attention, love and care he or she deserves. We believe children learn best when they can interact actively with their environment. We are committed to helping each child develop fully such as: physically, socially, emotionally & cognitively while in a family atmosphere, full of positive influence and love. I have dedicated the…

7701 Briarcliff Drive Plainfield, IL

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35 mi

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Licensed Home Daycare Welcome! Come join our Daycare family at Just Wee Kids. We are a fun, educational, diverse group with many ongoing events in our Daycare home facility. Welcoming 6 months to 5 years olds. If searching for we Preschool, we have that too! Addition fee upon request for 2-5-year-olds. I dedicate my services with an ambition to educate and build character of self-awareness and self-worth to each child enrolled. I strive on building lasting connections to families…
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Stephanie G. says "My wife and I were looking for placement for our son who was at the time about 2 1/2 years old. He is about to turn 5. Karen at Just Wee Kids has done an incredible job with our son and he loves going to JWK and seeing his friends and "Miss Karen" each day he's there! We have recently enrolled him in the preschool program there. We have seen improvements in his writing, reading sight words, and just general academics as well! Our son enjoys telling us what he did each day…

1606 Oneida St Joliet, IL

36 mi

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MAMA CHUY DAY CARE do you need care for your children? We are a home day care and we can take care of children within the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years old. If your children attend Marycrest early childhood center, the bus can pick up and drop them of at Mama Chuy day care. We accept DHS or cash payments. We will accommodate our schedule to your job needs. We have individual activities according to each child's age. I am a child care provider; we are open from 6:00a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (We speak…

1016 Ann Street Joliet, IL

36 mi

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Recent after school program reviews from local parents

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Playhouse Academy

We've been here for a few years now. The staff is always really nice. They're priced well for our budget. I have nothing but really good…

- Marisa D.

Erica's Licensed Home Daycare

Erica is the best! My daughter loves her so much and we are so happy we found her.

- Katherine H.

Takecare-daycare Llc

Awesome Daycare great staff great curricular

- Daniel F

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Dwight, IL

After-school programs near you in Dwight, 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 Dwight, 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 Dwight, 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.

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