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Drop-In Child Care in Melrose Park, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 22 listed drop-in child care

Debbie S.

Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's...

- Samantha T.

Coddled Care

We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we...

- Beth H

Jolly Fun House Playschools

Our 2 year old loves going to Jolly Fun House. She has learned so much in the short amount of time she's been there. The teachers, kitchen...

- Bridget D

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Alpha & Omega Learning Center

2217 W. Division Street Melrose Park, IL

State license verified

Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
+ 2 more
We provide a safe, clean, nurturing and calm environment for your child and parents. Our staff is highly qualified with a special concentration on infants and toddlers. Each day our children will be with nutritious meals &snacks. We also provide a research base Teaching Strategy Gold curriculum which emphasizes learning...
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Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9(9)
*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I would be willing to help...

Samantha T. says "Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food,...

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Coddled Care

2335 W. Foster Ave Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Organic childcare for infants and toddlers ages 3 months - 3 years.

Beth H says "We are so thankful for the excellent care given to our grandson in both the infant area and the toddler area. He has aged out now but we couldn't be happier...

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Jolly Fun House Playschools

7559 W. Addison Street Chicago, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
Our NATIONALLY ACCREDITED private school is located at 7559 West Addison Street in Chicago. The philosophy of the program is a child's learning environment must be creative, warm and stimulating. Our approach to early childhood and elementary education is to give your child more knowledge of his or her growth and learning...

Bridget D says "Our 2 year old loves going to Jolly Fun House. She has learned so much in the short amount of time she's been there. The teachers, kitchen and office...

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LITTLE LEADERS OF TOMORROW DAY CARE CENTERS

301 N. Mayfield Ave. CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Day 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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Happy Kidz Day Care

3115 W Washington Blvd Chicago, IL

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 children & enjoy seeing them...
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Angel Wings Daycare Center

5363 W North Ave Chicago, IL

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
After school program, Head Start, music classes. Children 6 weeks up to 12 years old. No registration fees. We accept cash and Action for Children Grant Program. Open Mon-Fri 6am-9p.m. Located on North ave and Long Ave and on 4248 S King drive. Nutritional meals served everyday. Offer drop in service and we partnership with a...
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Little Busy Bees

2558 Davisson St River Grove, IL

Hello Parents, OPEN - Douring COV-ID19 My Name is Nancy . Here to inform you little Busy Bees acknowledges the health concerns and our procedures are as follows: Daily sanitizing of toys, easy access to soap and water stations, and implementing safe and healthy practices daily. During these times Little Busy Bees is still...
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Elmhurst Premier Childcare Center

180 N York St Elmhurst, IL

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
WE ARE OPEN as an Emergency Daycare. New, eco friendly and organic Downtown Elmhurst childcare center is now accepting enrollment in all classrooms. Open in late 2019, our facility focuses on personal child growth, exceptional care, educational curriculum in a beautiful facility. Conveniently located close to Elmhurst train...
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Happy Child Day Care, Inc.

7750 W Devon Ave Chicago, IL

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
At Happy Child Day Care Center, our goal is not only to provide quality educational experiences for children but also to be become a  character building center. We focus in the use of the child senses (touching, smelling, listening, tasting and looking). In which the developmental areas go hand in hand in order to help each...
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Berry’s Patch

1750 N NATOMA AVE CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Faith based
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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...
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Kids Network Academy

2930 N Campbell Chicago, IL

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 1 more
Kids Network Academy is located in Logan Square with an unique focus on diversity and cultural responsiveness. We boast a diverse child population representing many different cultural groups. Our young scholars and parents, regardless of their cultural status, feel respected in our school. We ensure that every child feels...
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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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Sunnyside Daycare

3542 W Sunnyside Ave Chicago, IL

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
We are a fully licensed Childcare facility with programs for Pre-K (2-4 years), Kindergarten (5-6 years) and Before/After-School (7-12 years). We are open from 6am to 6pm and highly qualified and well-trained staff members. We are certified in CPR, adult, child and Infant first aid care. We work with ages from 2 years to 12...
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Kiddie Academy of Itasca

1133 N Prospect Ave Itasca, IL

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Child care
We are newly Daycare Educational childcare in Itasca area. We just open our doors on November 3rd 2020. We offer childcare from 6 weeks to 12 years of age including E-Learning. We follow Accredited curriculum for all children lesson plans. We also have a fully Equipped kitchen and we prep our fresh meals at the site each day. We...
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Kings & Queens Academy

5808 W. Erie Chicago, IL

Kings & Queens provide a safe nurturing environment that will optimize your child's development. The hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m., care for children from the ages of 3mths-12yrs old. Kings & Queens offer *bright and clean learning environment * Full and part time care * convenient location...
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MyWoosah Care

2151 W. Armitage Chicago, IL

Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
We believe childhood is a time for exploring, creating, discovering oneself and meeting the world through many hands-on experiences. It's a time for blossoming and being cherished.
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Smiles of Niles

7129 W Wright Terrace Niles, IL

International
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Shahtaj Ashraf, and i have recently started working on getting home based daycare license in Niles. I have more than 5 years of childcare experience working with kids of all ages in daycares like YMCA and Kinder Care. I love working with kids, and can accommodate 4 kids at this point. My plan is to provide a...
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Little Yellow House Day Care

3701 N Keeler Chicago, IL

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
In-Home daycare
We have being active in this new facility since 2010, but I do have over 25 years of experience , I had a business back in 1995 for 7 years , I closed to take care my own kids and now I am here again , my kids are CPR , fist Aid certified , one is about to finish nurse school , so kids are in good hands . We are 2 full time...
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Lincoln Square Childcare

4833 N. Claremont Chicago, IL

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
I am a mother with a 5 month old son and professional nanny with 10+ years of experience. I have a degree in preschool education, I also graduated University in Poland in teaching. Currently I provide childcare out of my house. I have an opening to provide care for a baby close in age to my son. I spend time with kids in...
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When you drop your child off near you in Melrose Park, IL, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Melrose Park, IL you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Melrose Park, IL will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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