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After School Programs in Oak Park, IL are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

My child has attended Alpha Montessori School in Westchester, IL, for almost three years. I highly recommend this school and give it a top...

- Jennifer P.

Lisa M

We could not have made a better choice that choosing Lisa to watch Shannon. Shannie has been in Sowing Seeds since she was three months old...

- Tom B

LITTLE LEADERS OF TOMORROW DAY CARE CENTERS

The staff is very friendly. They are great!

- Frank T.

After School Programs Near Oak Park

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ABC Toon Town

148 Harrison Street Oak Park, IL

1.0(1)
Child care
ABC Toon Town located in Oak Park, IL is a child care provider for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old and offers before-and-after school care for children up to 12 years. The center offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and Kindergarten programs and open from 7 AM to 6 PM, Mondays through Fridays.
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Little Beginnings Daycare & Preschool

847 W Madison St Oak Park, IL

Little Beginnings Daycare & Preschool have been serving the Oak Park community for over thirteen years. The school specializes in children between the ages of six weeks and six years old. They are a licensed 24-hour childcare facility that offers a wide array of services such as optional music and movement classes, foreign...
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Montessori
Child care
Preschool
Alpha Montessori School offers a high quality traditional Montessori curriculum for children two through five years old. We offer a Spanish immersion program as well as half-day, full-day, and extended-day programs. Our teachers have over 20 years of experience and are Montessori certified. This leads to a stimulating...

Jennifer P. says "My child has attended Alpha Montessori School in Westchester, IL, for almost three years. I highly recommend this school and give it a top rating of 5...

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Lisa M

5928 N. Manton Ave. Chicago, IL

5.0(9)
Hello! I am a childcare provider and preschool teacher serving families on the northwest side of Chicago and its close surrounding suburbs. Within the last 20 years I have also taught dance, lead after-school theater groups, lead parent and tot classes and was a Sunday school teacher. I care for children ages six weeks to...

Tom B says "We could not have made a better choice that choosing Lisa to watch Shannon. Shannie has been in Sowing Seeds since she was three months old -over two years...

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LITTLE LEADERS OF TOMORROW DAY CARE CENTERS

301 N. Mayfield Ave. CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We believe every child deserves a strong foundation to grow, learn, and thrive. Serving children from 6 weeks through 5 years to include preschool, kindergarten, as well as before- and after-school programs for school-age children ages 6–12. To further support working families, LLOT provides extended aftercare services from...

Frank T. says "The staff is very friendly. They are great!"

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Kcs Academy Of Early Childhood

3110 N SHEFFIELD AVE CHICAGO, IL

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2500/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The mission of KC’s Academy of Early Childhood Education Talented and Gifted Private School is to continually improve the learning environment to empower all students to achieve personal excellence. The vision of KC’s Academy of Early Childhood Education Talented and Gifted Private School is to be renowned for its progressive...

Diane D. says "I will give them a 5! Two of my children attend we've used for both, my oldest is 6 and my youngest is still attending. They've helped my children grow...

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BUBBLES ACADEMY

2184 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2240/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Ignite Wonder with an emergent and arts-integrated curriculum that places your child’s curiosity and social emotional development at the forefront! Bubbles Academy’s educational philosophy of arts-integration combines content and skills taken from arts practices including dance, music, theatre and visual arts, with...

Care Member says "Bubbles Academy is truly a magical place. The preschool program in Bucktown is amazing, as are all the teachers and staff. My child has grown and...

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Berry’s Patch

1750 N NATOMA AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(7)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Cooperative
Academic
+ 1 more
Creative Exploration: Through play-based learning, children discover colors, shapes, stories, and songs that spark curiosity and joy. Emotional Nurturing: We celebrate every feeling, teaching empathy, resilience, and self-expression in a safe, loving environment. Early Education: Our structured routines gently introduce...

Care Member says "I enrolled 3 months ago and I’m already feel so grateful and at peace. The environment is so welcoming you can tell the staff genuinely care. Highly...

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Cuppycakes Early Learning Academy

5010 N SHERIDAN RD CHICAGO, IL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Cuppycakes is a preschool for 2-6 year olds that serves Uptown, Andersonville and surrounding areas. Our center is built on the idea of inclusion, representation, and celebration of diversity. We are a smaller center with a home daycare vibe. Each child will receive individual and small group instruction weekly. At Cuppycakes,...

Care Member says "I am so happy that I chose this school for my 3 year old son!! The owner Ms. Nina is so friendly and I was able to tour the school before it opened. The...

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EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5244 N LAKEWOOD AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$255/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
Edgewater Early Learning Center is a NAEYC & ExceleRate Illinois Gold rated center located 0.4 miles from the CTA Argyle Red line Station. We cater to the individual needs of each child, family and community within our care. There is a unique sense of family-centered care that truly supports the whole child while meeting the...

Rob .. says "I have 2 kids attending, one has been there for a while and the other will be starting soon. The staff is fantastic and they have a great center. I trust...

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Zion-Concord Lutheran School

865 S. Church Rd Bensenville, IL

5.0(1)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Our Lutheran/Christian school offers a complete educational experience for 3 yr olds to 8th grade. Our Early Childhood program is well respected in the area and highly referenced by our parents. We are not just a daycare center. Our school is fully registered and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education. We are...

Ryan says "Best value private christian grade school in the area"

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GAN SHALOM

3480 N LAKE SHORE DR CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Opened in 1981, Gan Shalom is Temple Sholom of Chicago’s premiere Early Childhood Education Center. We provide an enriched educational experience devoted to laying the foundation for lifelong learning and strengthening family life through the transmission of Jewish values and traditions through play. Gan Shalom’s Early Childhood...

Jennifer D. says "Gan Shalom is a wonderful, warm, caring environment for my children. I know when I drop them off they are in great hands!"

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CASA DEI BAMBINI MONTESSORI OF MAYFAIR

4967 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1475/mo
Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
When Dr. Maria Montessori began teaching, it was her philosophy of emotional and intellectual growth that established her methods as being the unprecedented standard for child development. Today, our accredited teachers uphold the same standard of success that Dr. Montessori created. Our home-like school expands on the...

Megan S. says "Oh my gosh, they are amazing! We have been with them since my daughter was two, the staff, everything about them is incredible!"

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Fantasy Island Schools For Kids

6100 N MILWAUKEE AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Fantasy Island Schools for kids, LLC is a multilingual daycare, pre-k, & kindergarten childcare center. We are a multilingual program with a robust and collaborative curriculum optimized for education as well as socialization. We provide healthy meals COOKED FRESH DAILY and offer impeccably clean facilities. We utilize a custom...

Olga K. says "Really good school! My kids love it, the food is great. We love this school and we won't leave it."

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BUCKTOWN ACADEMY

1903 N MILWAUKEE AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(4)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Child care
+ 2 more
Bucktown Academy is a nature-based program for children ages two through five. We provide a high-quality early childhood educational experience where children are prepared academically and socially for kindergarten. At Bucktown Academy, we believe that children learn through play within a structured, child-centered environment;...

Care Member says "Our family couldn’t be happier with our experience at Bucktown Academy over the past 18 months. Within just a few weeks of starting, our friends and...

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Lake Shore School

5611 N Clark St Chicago, IL

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
For over 60 years, Lake Shore Schools has been committed to providing families with high-quality early care and educational opportunities that prepare children for success in the classroom and in life. In the early years, Lake Shore Schools was driven by the belief that children deserve the opportunity to be taught and nurtured...
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Stretch Dance Studio

2936 N Southport Ave Chicago, IL

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Stretch Dance Studio, located in Chicago, IL, offers dance classes for adults and children ages 2 and up. Their Dance Program aims to teach fundamentals of all forms of dance and increase physical and mental fitness while providing a fun environment for instructional techniques and creative expression. Located in the Lakeview...
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Little Angels Home Childcare

514 High Ridge Rd Hillside, IL

In-Home daycare
Little Angels is a home based day care provider with over 10 years experience with children ages 6 weeks-12years. We provide childcare services from 6am-11pm Mon-Fri. We offer part-time care, before/after school care, drop-in care and full-time care. We are currently enrolling for childcare and summer programs. Be sure to...
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THE NICHOLSON SCHOOL

1700 W CORTLAND ST STE 101 CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are a play-based preschool located in Bucktown. Our passionate team of early childhood educators hold master's degrees in early childhood education. Our teachers create a stimulating classroom environment that meets each child where they are and moves them forward.
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CONCORDIA PLACE

3300 N WHIPPLE ST CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Entrusting your child to our care is a decision made easier by the security and safety built into every facet of Concordia. Experienced teachers connect your child’s curiosity with fun activities that support cognitive, social, and physical development. Our centers were designed with your child’s changing needs in mind;...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Oak Park, IL

After-school programs near you in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, 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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