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1607 N HERSHEY RD BLOOMINGTON, IL
4 mi
At La Petite Academy of Bloomington, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Bloomington, IL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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At Cadence Academy Preschool on Main Street in Normal, we believe in making the most of childhood, which is why we take significant steps to ensure an exceptional education experience for the preschool children under our care.
At Cadence Academy Preschool, we understand that young children first start to comprehend their surroundings from an egocentric perspective. Building strong attachments with caregivers and sharing feelings can help children better understand their emotions, as well as…
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802 East Emerson Street BLOOMINGTON, IL
3 mi
Chanelle’s Childcare is a family-owned center location serving Bloomington Normal, Illinois. We offer a Play to Learn environment that includes each learning domain. Throughout the day our children are engaged through play in math, science, literacy, sensory, and social-emotional health activities. Our environment is set up to engage children in active, productive play throughout their day.
Providing a high-quality learning environment includes structure and routine to encourage…
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We are a licensed preschool serving children, ages 2-5. Our program is a well rounded one with plenty of learning and playing! We strive to educate the whole child with a program that is developmentally appropriate using activities for the day that are focused on the child as an individual. We believe PLAY is the work of children!
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Andrea B. says "Wonderful staff, good curriculum, and fun. My daughter loves Playmates!"
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*Opening Fall of 2016.
*Unique, Christian, full-time home daycare for 8 preschoolers
*Exclusively designed to prepare 4 - 5 year olds for kindergarten.
*Kids will develop firm foundations intellectually, spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally through reading, writing, arithmetic, music, exploration, play, problem solving, computers, arts and crafts, and much more!
*A lot of individual attention and tailored instruction will enhance the kids' preparation for…
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Rachel H says "We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction he's received and the progress he's made. Not only is he now writing, sounding out words, telling time, counting without difficulty, but he is also learning more about Jesus. We could not be more pleased!"
A Shining Star Learning Center’s mission is to provide excellent early
childhood care and education to the families and children in our community.
Bringing out the shining stars in children 6 weeks to 12 years.
Why do we shine?
• Safety and Security
• Comfort and Attention
• Family Atmosphere
• Unique Curriculum
• Experienced and Trustworthy Staff
• Facility Designed with Young Children in Mind
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no…
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We are a Montessori Pre-school and we offer year-round care and pre-school curriculum for 3-5 year olds.
In Montessori: children learn at their own pace,
develop independence/self confidence/a curiosity for learning.
They utilize self-correcting materials to inspire confidence for more complex tasks.
This results in happy, confident, independent children who are life-long learners!
We Offer: 3 mixed-age classrooms with 20 children each, with two highly qualified co-teachers per…
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Care Member says "Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for kindergarten. In additional to being a place children have fun learning, Montessori teaches life skills, social skills, responsibility, and accountability. We have always felt confident our children were safe at Montessori and have enjoyed working with the same administrators & teachers throughout the years."
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212 N WILLIAMSBURG DR BLOOMINGTON, IL
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4 mi
At Fundamentals Early Learning Academy, we believe in a play-based approach to early childhood education. Our curriculum is designed to encourage exploration and learning through hands-on experiences. We strive to create a warm and nurturing environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning. Our experienced and caring staff is dedicated to providing quality care for children ages newborn to preschool.
You can learn more about our programs and play-based curriculum by…
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Care Member says "We love Fundamentals. Everyone is super nice as soon as you walk through the door. They were so patient in helping my child transition into a school setting after being home with me everyday. She is in the preschool classroom with Miss Grace and she loves it! Best decision ever :)"
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205 Dosher Street Congerville, IL
12 mi
Offering love and learning to children 6 weeks to 4 years in my home. Elementary Education Degree and ECE Credential Level 5.References available.
I am a licensed day care provider and I have 12 years of experience. I have worked with children that have special needs and I take yearly classes to ensure the safety and well being of any child in my daycare. We have a lot of fun and we do activities, field trips and arts and crafts. I love all of the children I watch and enjoy watching them grow and learn from day to day.
Eastside Educational Center provides care for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. All of our classes, infant through school-age, follow a standards-based curriculum with the intent of providing the children a solid learning foundation.
In addition to our daycare classrooms, EEC offers children 3-5 years old a State-Funded Preschool for All program, whether it be the part-day program, or full day preschool. This program is courtesy of a grant provided by the Illinois State Board of…
I am a licensed in home daycare for almost 7 years. I have my teaching degree. I am on the food program and offer breakfast, am snack, lunch, and on snack. I provide a preschool curriculum and fun activities. I provide a safe and fun place for children!
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Gabriella W. says "Bethany is a very experienced care giver and mother of three. Her home offers a fun, safe, and clean environment for children to play. She keeps the children busy with a variety of activities, outdoor play, and preschool curriculum. I would highly recommend Bethany to care for your child(ren)."
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650 School St Washington, IL
25 mi
Faith Lutheran Child Care Center provides a high quality, structured learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We provide an all-encompassing, developmentally appropriate curriculum for each age group designed to allow each child to grow into a happy, healthy, self-sufficient, creative individual.
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200 S. Main Washington, IL
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25 mi
St. Mark's Child Care & Preschool is DCFS-licensed for children aged two to six. The center provides a nurturing, Christian environment through small class sizes and a caring, qualified staff.
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To provide a child-centered child care and preschool that combines a caring Christian atmosphere with a strong developmental program. To encourage growth and development of the whole child: the physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual. This will be accomplished…
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Carol H. says "We had the best experience at this center. The small class sizes are great and my child got a great foundation for kindergarten! I highly recommend St. Mark's."
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16 Aspen Ct. Fairbury, IL
28 mi
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…
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700 NE Greenleaf St Peoria, IL
33 mi
PALS is more than a childcare or daycare center. It's an experience that engages your child in creative play and learning - all with the goal of helping him or her develop into a happy, successful adult. Everything we do at PALS is designed to instill confidence and let children discover and expand on their own individual talents. From the way we uniquely greet each child in the morning to the carefully selected program content and curriculum, PALS maps out a system that encourages your child's…
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4513 N Independence Ave Peoria, IL
36 mi
My name is Kelly, I have a DCFS licensed in home daycare for 12 years. I have a full-time assistant, and a part time assistant. I am an excelrate silver circle of quality provider.
We are a home based licensed child care and preschool. We use the nationally accredited Mother goose time curriculum and add our own to supplement. Each monthly theme has a corresponding Bible theme. Your child will be assessed and the curriculum adjusted to meet their individual needs. We get messy, we believe in getting dirty and learning through play. We learn our letters and phonics, numbers, shapes....we experiment in science and sometimes we fix our own food. Learning should be…
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Mary B. says "Fun learning at its best!!! Motto is " it'll wash" because messes on accident or on purpose happen daily."
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Serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. KinderCare offers enhancement programs such as phonics, Spanish and many other programs so our families can go home and stay at home to enjoy their time together. Our curriculum is centered around the whole child, developing and enhancing all of their skills to their fullest potential. Our center is part of the Federal Food Program. We serve 3 meals a day breakfast, lunch and p.m. snack. There is an annual registration fee, flexible schedules and we do…
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Playmates Preschool
Wonderful staff, good curriculum, and fun. My daughter loves Playmates!
- Andrea B.
Firm Foundations 4 Kids
We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction…
- Rachel H
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for…
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Normal, IL
How long do after-school programs last near me in Normal, IL?
After-school programs near you in Normal, 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.
What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Normal, IL?
After school programs near you in Normal, 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.
What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Normal, IL?
Depending on the program, activities in Normal, 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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