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Daycares in Rochester, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 47 listed daycares

The Little Blue Wagon

Our kids love their teachers and come home with so many fun projects and activities. We love that they learn while getting the opportunity...

- Care member

Kaity Prince

Kaity is super sweet & caring. She watched my daughter last fall & we always felt comfortable leaving her with Kaity.

- Rachel

Early Enrichment Home Daycare

Natashia is a good friend who is absolutely wonderful with my two year old son. She has a very warm and friendly personality and sincerely...

- Kirsty Z

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The Little Blue Wagon

207 S WALNUT ST ROCHESTER, IL

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
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The Little Blue Wagon is a licensed early education center providing high-quality care for children 6 weeks to 15 years old. Our STEAM-based curriculum fosters creativity, critical thinking, and school readiness. With flexible hours (6am – 6pm) and a nurturing environment, we provide a safe, engaging space where children thrive....

Care Member says "Our kids love their teachers and come home with so many fun projects and activities. We love that they learn while getting the opportunity to play!"

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KID'S BEFORE & AFTER, INC.

207 S Walnut St Rochester, IL

Child care
Kids Before & After, Inc offers state-licensed child care programs and serves the families of the Rochester, Illinois area. The company can admit and take care of a maximum of 56 children. The facility, based at S Walnut Street, runs on a full-time, full-day basis on weekdays from 6:30 in the morning up to 6:00 in the evening.
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Kaity Prince

320 North Park Avenue APT E Springfield, IL

5.0(1)
In-Home Childcare * I am brand new to this website and will be updating my information soon! If you have any questions, please contact me! *

Rachel says "Kaity is super sweet & caring. She watched my daughter last fall & we always felt comfortable leaving her with Kaity."

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Adventurous Learning Home Child Care

626 Wood Springfield, IL

Adventurous Learning was established in 2007, and licensed by the state of Illinois (D.C.F.S.). We care for children ages infant to twelve years old, providing daily activities, and weekly lessons in our child care program Monday- Sunday.We are a Silver Quality Program and also Accredited since 2010. Please refer to our website...
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Angela's Home Daycare

613 EAST MENARD STREET Riverton, IL

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Purple Tree Kids

43 Bellerive Springfield, IL

Purple Tree Kids is a daycare conveniently located on Springfield's west side. Play based curriculum. Phonics, numeracy, science, writing, art and music are integrated through play. Movement is encouraged through daily outdoor play and yoga. 18+ years' Childcare Experience Great West Side Neighborhood Separate...
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CATER Learning Experience

Westchester Subdivision Springfield, IL

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
CATER Learning Experience (CLE) provides a quality, safe, clean environment with a purposeful play approach to education while still implementing academic structure for little ones 3-5 years old. CLE uses a research based curriculum and positive behavior interventions that allow little's to express their big emotions using...
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Early Enrichment Home Daycare

3104 St Helens Ct Springfield, IL

5.0(3)
Early Enrichment Home Daycare offers care for children aged four weeks to five years. The daycare setting is located on the main floor of the house, with two specialized rooms designated to the daycare. The infant room has plenty of floor space, an array of developmentally appropriate toys, and a warm and colorful setting. The...

Kirsty Z says "Natashia is a good friend who is absolutely wonderful with my two year old son. She has a very warm and friendly personality and sincerely cares about the...

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Home Sweet Home

405 South Grand Ave West Springfield, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Home Sweet Home is a award winning Preschool. We use the Mother Goose Time curriculum program each day. We have been in business for 25 yrs. Most of our children test in the 90% range for Kindergarten.

Colleen R. says "Home Sweet Home Daycare is by far the best choice for childcare in Springfield. The home style atmosphere and level of learning are amazing. Colleen,...

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Lake Shore Learning Center, Inc.

6100 S 6th St. Rd. Springfield, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
It is the mission of Lake Shore Learning Center, Inc. to safely generate an environment for children that fosters an enthusiasm for learning. Lake Shore Learning Center is a DCFS licensed child care facility. Enrollment is open to children from 6 weeks to 12 years.

Kristin P. says "Fantastic reliability of care. Great hours. Easy to work with their staff."

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Home Sweet Home Daycare

405 South Grand Ave West Springfield, IL

5.0(4)

Amanda says "I could not have asked for a better daycare or staff to help with my daughter. The site is always clean and fresh. The staff is happy, affectionate and...

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First Impressions

1145 S College St Springfield, IL

5.0(1)
Child care
First Impressions is a day care located in Springfield, Illinois that offers a fun, educational and nurturing environment. The company serves children ages six weeks to six years old, providing them quality care and a learning-based curriculum that prepares students for kindergarten and beyond. The safe and secure facility is...

Mariah J says "I love this daycare! They are very caring and attentive! I would recommend this daycare to anyone!"

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Mhaskar Home Daycare

1602 W Glenn Ave Springfield, IL

In-Home daycare
Mhaskar Home Daycare in Springfield, Illinois is a home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 8 children from infants to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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Playful Steps Daycare

2033 Randall Ct Springfield, IL

Child care
Playful Steps Daycare in Springfield, Illinois is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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Trinity Learning Center

515 S MacArthur Blvd. Springfield, IL

Trinity Learning Center offers flexible preschool programs for children ages three to five years old. A Christian based curriculum is taught daily. Our daily routine includes reading and math readiness, science activities, and music and art experiences. The center is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Learning Center has four...
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Wainwright Family Childcare

1335 West Glenn Ave Springfield, IL

I run a small family childcare (maximum 6 children). My concentration is care for infants, toddlers, and two year olds. We are engaged in a play based learning "uncurriculum"; that is to say we learn as we play. During the course of our typical day, inclusive in our playtime is music, language development and literacy, science,...
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The Doll House

2145 E Grandview Ave Springfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
The Doll House provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for preschool kids. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Little Friends Day Care Inc

910 S 8th St Springfield, IL

Child care
Little Friends Day Care Inc. provides a stimulating and nurturing environment for each child’s individual developmental stages. Established in 2001, it is located in Springfield, Illinois.
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Grandma's House Daycare

609 West Calhoun Avenue Springfield, IL

Ages: Infants: 0 - 12 months Toddlers: 1 - 3 years old Preschool: 3 - 5 years old Hours: Grandma's House Daycare has both day hours, and night hours for your convenience. Weekends are also available upon request. Rates: Rates depend on how many hours you'll need care, how many children you have, and if you'll be...
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Daycare centers near you in Rochester, IL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Rochester, IL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Rochester, IL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Rochester, IL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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