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Deanna S

5.0

Deanna has watched my daughter full time since she was 9 weeks old. My daughter loves Deanna and her family. We couldn't have found a better home away from home for her while we work. I wouldn't hesitate for a minute to recommend Deanna!

- Kristina B

Beyond Your Dreams Daycare Inc

5.0

Both of my daughters have gone to Beyond Your Dreams Daycare for the past three years. The care they receive there is second to none! My girls have learned so much while they are there through structured activities and through free play. They feel so loved and are excited to go back everyday!...

- Kathy

Kidz Day Care

5.0

My little Adi loves to see Miss Susan every morning. I know she's in the best hands.

- Melinda

Extended Love Child Development Center Inc

5.0

The dedicated staff and vision of their center is above all others. Quality and personal attention to their families makes them the right choice. Excellent and close to the interstate in the quiet, low traffic neighborhood makes it safe, yet convenient for commuters. No busy traffic roads gives a...

- Ann R

Jan's Daycare & Learning Center

5.0

We haven't started services yet but the initial encounter was very good :) I know my son will be in good hands

- Lauren L

Before school programs in Zion, IL

Deanna S

Deanna S

3346 Carol Lane, Zion, IL

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(3)

I've had a licensed daycare home since 1997, located in Beach Park/Zion-serving areas from many local communities. Not only do I take pride in, and enjoy teaching children and watching them learn and grow. I have experience with ADHD, RSV, and special abilities. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac...
5.0
"Deanna has watched my daughter full time since she was 9 weeks old. My daughter loves Deanna and her family. We couldn't have found a better home away from home for her while we work. I wouldn't hesitate for a minute to recommend Deanna!"

Kristina B


Just Around The Korner Home Daycare

Just Around The Korner Home Daycare

1721 Dusk Dr, Zion, IL

Starting at $32/day

Just Around The Korner is a licensed, home based daycare. I have 14 years experience and I am certified in first aid, CPR and ECE level 1. Childcare is available for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Just Around the Korner is a safe and loving environment where children can play, learn and grow. Parents...

Precious Little Ones Academy

905 Lorelei Dr, Zion, IL

Starting at $110/wk

Precious Little Ones Academy is a home-based daycare offering educational child care services in Zion, Illinois. The school offers a safe and comfortable environment for children ages six weeks up to twelve years old, providing them plenty of activities and practical lessons. The school offers...

Firm Foundation Child Care Ctr

1727 27th St, Zion, IL

Costimate: $174/wk

Firm Foundation Child Care Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Zion, Illinois, for kids from two to seven years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their...

Beyond Your Dreams Daycare Inc

Beyond Your Dreams Daycare Inc

Gurnee, Gurnee, IL

Costimate: $221/wk

5.0

(9)

If you are looking for high quality, structure, and individualized child care with low ratios, Beyond Your Dreams Daycare is the place for you. We provide activities that are developmentally appropriate while recognizing the needs of each child. Field trips and family events are also a very...
5.0
"We have 3 children and our older girls went to different daycares when they were young. I wish we had known about Beyond Your Dreams back then! They are amazing. I love the way they love our baby, make daycare so much fun, and feel more like a family than a...

Judy


Kidz Day Care

Kidz Day Care

1531 Glenn Dr, North Chicago, IL

Starting at $135/wk

5.0

(5)

Kidz Day Care is located in North Chicago, IL and is within 10 minutes of most major businesses in the city (Great Lakes Naval Base, Abbott (Abbvie), Emco, Lovell VA, and Uline. My business has been established in the community for 26+ years. We provide PEACE OF MIND for working parents. The...
5.0
"Avi aka THE PATCH has been with Susan for 2 years. Every morning she has a huge smile on her face and every evening gives hugs and kisses. Mrs. Susan is more then a daycare provider. Loves and cares for each and every child. Hands down she is the Best Provider in...

Kenyatta W


Extended Love Child Development Center Inc

Extended Love Child Development Center Inc

9191 80th St, Pleasant Prairie, WI

Starting at $924/mo

3.0

(2)

Extended Love Child Development Center is conveniently located between Chicago and Milwaukee in Pleasant Prairie. Our center has a purpose. It is our purpose to provide an optimal environment for young children to develop their emotional, social, physical and intellectual self. "An Extension of Love...
5.0
"The dedicated staff and vision of their center is above all others. Quality and personal attention to their families makes them the right choice. Excellent and close to the interstate in the quiet, low traffic neighborhood makes it safe, yet convenient for...

Ann R


Jan's Daycare & Learning Center

Jan's Daycare & Learning Center

38153 N. North Shore Avenue, Beach Park, IL

Starting at $230/day

5.0

(39)

My daycare facility is located in Beach Park - serving Gurnee, Waukegan, and Zion as well as surrounding areas. My establishment has been operating since March of 1988. I have experience in a variety of health issues from allergies, ADHD, and dyslexia to asthma. Being loving and showing...
5.0
"My daughter has just started attending Ms. Jan's daycare and I am already loving it. She is so nice and understanding and always keeps me updated on my daughter, which I appreciate because this is my daughter's first timein daycare."

Keyonna H


Bundle Of Joy Childcare

Bundle Of Joy Childcare

1529 13TH STREET, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

Bundle of Joy is a safe, loving daycare home with CDA, Silver star rating with ExceleRate Illinois and accredited with NAFCC. Our all-inclusive program provides quality childcare to children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and extracurricular activities. We...

Alice's Discovery Academy

Alice's Discovery Academy

1411 S. White Oak Drive, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

Alice's Discovery Academy is the only ECC facility in Lake County that provides extended hours, including before and after school care and overnight care. More than 1400 children have attended the Academy since 1995. We provide a nurturing childcare environment for preschool, daycare, music...

Medeea Mayo Home Daycare

Medeea Mayo Home Daycare

2420 9th Pkwy, Waukegan, IL

Starting at $200/wk

We are a licensed, Accredited, QRS Star level 3 home daycare. Certified in First Aid, CPR and CDA. We provide care for children ages 6wks-12yrs. We strive to provide the best care for children not only physically but educationally and developmentally. This is a daycare where your child will learn...

Motherland Montessori Home Day Care

Motherland Montessori Home Day Care

4474 Cornell Ave, Gurnee, IL

Costimate: $221/wk

We welcome zero to six year old children's. We offer several options to meet you and your child's specific needs. You can choose from our half day, extended day, and full day schedules.

Joy Daycare & Child Learning Center

Joy Daycare & Child Learning Center

2000 Western Ave, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $218/wk

Joy Daycare is a spacious, safe, and welcoming childcare facility ready to meet the needs of our community! Reach out to us today for more information on enrolling your children intro our top of the line program. We are now offering child care for children Kindergarten through third grade who are...

Kiddie Kare A'Kademie

9244 - 39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI

Costimate: $210/wk

4.0

(2)

We have been providing preschool classes in Kenosha since 1967 but have been at our current location since 1991. Monday through Friday. We provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. We have preschool and prekindergarten classes every morning . We have a scheduled environment for your child to...
4.0
"Our son started the KKA program last fall and since then his social/emotional behavior has changed tremendously. He was used to an in home child care atmosphere, which can sometimes not have the same effect on independence and social emotional qualities a child...

Heather C


Little Bear Child Development Center

653 Porter St, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

3.0

(2)

Little Bear Child Development Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, Illinois, for kids from two to nine years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...
5.0
"My daughter attended Little Bear during the 2014-2015 school year, which included during the Waukegan Teacher Strike. My daughter was bussed to Little Bear after her morning kinder class and stayed until late afternoon. The staff was amazing. My daughter has a hard...

Mary D


Auntie Gwen's Child Care

1500 N Martin Ave, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

5.0

(2)

Established in 2013, Auntie Gwen's Child Care offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
5.0
"Don't know a kid that didn't leave this daycare ready to take on Kindergarten! Gwen truly loves kids, and makes efforts in connecting children with their parents."

Geraldine R


Little Chickadees's

511 N Elmwood Ave, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

Little Chickadee's Daycare has serviced the Lake County, IL community for 17 years. We have extensive experience with children from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. We are currently changing our new program to cater to school-age children. We specialize in Before and After School Care with...

Martha's Day Care

1702 Washington St, Waukegan, IL

Costimate: $207/wk

Martha's Day Care, located at 1702 Washington St., Waukegan, Illinois, is a child care facility that gives a nurturing learning environment for children. It promotes every child's individuality and reinforces the children's strengths through group activities. It fosters the students' developmentally...

Antioch's Learning Center

689 Main St, Antioch, IL

Costimate: $200/wk

Antioch's Learning Center, located in Antioch, Illinois, provides care and education to children. It serves children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The school offers various services such as day care, preschool, summer camp, and before and after-school care. It gives developmentally-appropriate...

La Petite Academy Child Care-Kenosha

10320 74th Street, Kenosha, WI

Costimate: $218/wk

La Petite Academy Child Care located in Kenosha, WI 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-K/K Prep, Before and After School, Summer Camp....

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