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Smarter Childcare Llc

5.0

My Boys are 8,7,3 they been going too MHL Daycare since 2013.... The trust and the love I have for them is unexplainable.. They potty train all my boys . Taught them how to write their names. Help them with Homework! They really help me out with my boys like Family.. Amazing and Excellent Daycare!

- Tameka S

Children Count Child Care

4.0

My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to

- Renee J

Happy Kidz Day Care

5.0

Priscilla provided day care for my 3 year old child. Priscilla is very nice and pleasant lady to work with. I found the rate very reasonable compared to other daycares in the area. Her home has a family feel atmosphere, very nice and clean she always gave me peace of mind knowing my child is in good...

- Veronica L

Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

5.0

I love this daycare and I love Diana it's a amazing learning daycare hands on she's the best with Kids any kids and she work with all .

- Ravyn T

Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

5.0

Auntie is the BEST! We have been sending our daughter there for only 3 months and she already feels like family. She takes SUCH good care of all the kids. Going back to work was difficult, but she made it SO much easier. I know our baby girl is in the absolute best hands. I can't say enough to...

- Kerry S

Before school programs in Chicago, IL

Sheila's Learning Playhouse

Sheila's Learning Playhouse

9812 South Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL

Starting at $180/wk

I give exceptional care for children, ages 0 to 12 years, in a loving private home setting. I offer before and after care for school aged children, nutritious meals and African centered studies once a week, sibling discount offered!!

Safe Haven Childcare Center

Safe Haven Childcare Center

907 West 87th Street, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $168/wk

Safe Haven Child Care Center established in 2019, is the second location out of Safe Haven DayCare Home. We are new to the Auburn-Gresham community where we provide Early Care and Education to families of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We offer before and after school care. The hours of...

Sarah's Christian Group Home Daycare

1810 N Mulligan Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $140/wk

Here at Sarah's Christian Group Home Day Care, we Love, we play, we learn, and we grow together. "Providing Quality Care""Train Up a Child in the way he should go and when he is old, He will not depart from it" Proverbs 22:6..Education in the home FIRST, forms the child throughout His or Her...

Smarter Childcare Llc

Smarter Childcare Llc

7429 S. Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $191/wk

4.6

(10)

My Home Learning Daycare is now S.M.A.R.T.E.R Childcare Llc and continues to be an innovative and creative leader in high quality child care. Our facility has educational equipment that will create an engaging learning environment. We are family oriented and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming....
5.0
"When looking for a daycare the most you sometimes hope for is safety and a reasonable price. What you get at this home learning center is so much more! My now 13 month old came from a home based daycare at 10 months and we could see a measurable difference in his...

Kelli G


Children Count Child Care

Children Count Child Care

5304 S. Wallace, Chicago, IL

Starting at $15/day

4.0

(1)

I have over 15 years exp. I will partner with parents to meet their specific needs. I work with a diverse culture and meet a variety of special needs. I work a creative curriculum and focus on teaching pre-k skills to provide academic, social and emotional needs. I have been licensed by DHS for...
4.0
"My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to"

Renee J


Happy Kidz Day Care

Happy Kidz Day Care

3115 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL

Starting at $225/wk

5.0

(2)

Thank you for your interest in happy Kidz Day care. My name is Priscilla and I have 1 precious daughter age 1 and half yrs old. I live in East Garfield near Kedzie and Washington and downtown Chicago. I am married and a stay at home mom. I am starting my daycare because I have a genuine love of...
5.0
"Priscilla provided care for my 2 children.She is so loving and caring and very responsible.I enjoy seeing my kids arts and crafts projects taught by her.She will be excellent at caring for your children and she is very trust worthy."

Lisa F


Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare

10108 S State St, Chicago, IL

Starting at $40/day

5.0

(7)

My name is Diana Joyner I am the provider of Anaa's Little Angel's Home Daycare. I have 5 years of work experience & 10 years of volunteering services. My home daycare is licensed through DCFS. Our mission here is to allow our parents to have 100% accuracy in everything we do with our little ones to...
5.0
"I love this daycare and I love Diana it's a amazing learning daycare hands on she's the best with Kids any kids and she work with all ."

Ravyn T


Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

Aunties Bee Happy Daycare

2617 Lunt Ave., Chicago, IL

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(2)

Beautiful In Home Daycare located in West Rogers Park steps away from Indian Boundary Park. Daycare is located in the lower level of a fully renovated home with full kitchen play area and washroom all on this level. Full and Part-Time Slots are available. Drop off and Pick-Up Times are 7am - 5pm....
5.0
"Our Children love Auntie!!! She has been our care giver for the past 6 years and two children with another one going to her in the fall. She is awesome potty trained both children. Always will to offer extra care if need for extend stays, overnight care if you...

Eric F


Bright Smiles Daycare

Bright Smiles Daycare

8131 S. Oglesby, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $146/wk

4.9

(16)

Bright Smiles Daycare offers infant, toddler, and preschool care. It is our goal to provide your child with a stimulating and safe atmosphere that you and your child will trust and love. Every day your child will be given numerous opportunities to explore and experiment with their environment,...
5.0
"I highly recommend Bright Smiles Daycare. My son attended Bright Smiles Daycare since from 3 months to 3 yrs old. The care that he received from Ms. Brown and her staff helped him grow into a happy inquisitive boy. As an infant, he always returned home as happy as...

Mallari P


Jennifer's Joyful Journeys

Jennifer's Joyful Journeys

8810 SOUTH PAXTON AVENUE, Chicago, IL

Starting at $165/wk

Jennifer's Joyful Journeys is a licensed home-based, quality childcare service where we provide care for children 0-13 years old. We specialize in infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. We currently have full-time and part-time openings available. For the flexible needs of families we...

Toddler State University

Toddler State University

8030 S HARVARD, Chicago, IL

Starting at $215/wk

Recreation Education is the culminating way for the future generation to learn, and retain new information and skills. Ms. Nika, Founder, specifically trains her staff to follow the employee motto, "Teach how THEY learn, not how YOU want to teach!" Toddler State University...

Dedicated Daycare

Dedicated Daycare

S Crandon Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $143/wk

At Dedicated Daycare, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating, and welcoming environment for all children. Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child's best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning.

Little Angels Early Childhood Center

Little Angels Early Childhood Center

3613 W Devon, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $209/wk

Little Angels is a city and state licensed daycare center located on the north side of Chicago near Lincoln/Devon. We are open Monday - Friday from 6am - 6pm and currently enrolling children 15 months - 12 years old. We serve nutritious home-cooked meals and healthy snacks daily. Our qualified and...

Everbrook Academy of Lincoln Park

Everbrook Academy of Lincoln Park

538 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive,...

Time To Shine Learning Center

Time To Shine Learning Center

9119 S. Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $168/wk

Time to Shine Learning Center is now enrolling children for evening and overnight care in our home daycare facility located on a safe, quiet block. We accept children ages 6 weeks - 12 years old. We offer snacks, meals and affordable rates. We also offer in person and virtual homework help...

Happy Kids Daycare

105 WAYS Armitage Ave Chicago, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $184/wk


Missy's Enriched Daycare

3001 W. Granville Ave, Chicago, IL

Starting at $150/wk

Missy's Enriched Home Daycare is a family business. I've been in business for 14 years, in the profession for over 25 years. I, Melissa (Missy) Johnson hold a degree in Child Development(Early Childhood Education). I come with a wealth of teaching experience, as well as personal experience. I'm a...

Joyful Noise Christian Daycare, Inc.

4243 W North Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $140/wk

1.0

(1)

Joyful Noise Christian Daycare Inc. provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Chicago, Illinois, for kids from infant, toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, before and after school, and summer camp. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and...

Winnie-The-Pooh Preschool

6043 N California Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $188/wk

5.0

(2)

In addition to providing superior local preschool and pre-Kindergarten care, our program offers the best early education in the community. Our staff is very experienced, and all the staff have been here for more than 10 years. Our teachers are CPR and first aid trained professionals who truly love...
5.0
"Nice teacher and place is fun for kids. they are very nice and care for kids always even in emergency."

Tanika M


Kuddly Kubs Daycare

1624 W Highland Ave, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $223/wk

5.0

(2)

Established in 2006, Kuddly Kubs Daycare provides early childhood education to the community in Chicago, Illinois. Their goal is to build a strong foundation for the child and enhance a successful and confident transition into grade school. Programs offered are childcare, preschool, and...
5.0
"I enrolled our daughter into Kuddly Kubs Daycare in 2006. I was highly concerned with the care our daughter would receive. Kuddly Kubs gave excellent care to our daughter while I continued with my career. Kuddly Kubs prepared our daughter with above average...

Charlotte


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Before School Programs in Chicago, IL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 150 listed before school programs.