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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Elmhurst, IL

Cintron's All Kids Daycare

5.0

Cintron's daycare is such a caring and welcoming space for our little girl. This was her first time at a daycare after turning 18 months old, and both my spouse and I were very nervous about sending our little girl to a new and unfamiliar place. Ms. Marivel and Jojo addressed all of our concerns...

- Arya B

Sisters Home Day Care

5.0

I really enjoyed this home daycare. They were big on open communication, thought of creative activities for holidays for kids and outside activities. My son started going when he was 1 years old and he felt welcomed since day one. My son is now 3 and I can see how much he has grown and how much they...

- Melissa N

Robin's Daycare

5.0

Robin and Ray have been taking care of my daughter for two years now. As first time parents, my husband and I could not have asked for a better couple to care for our daughter. They provide a safe, fun, loving environment and "reading time" is one of my daughter's favorite activities when she's...

- Letha H

Debbie S.

5.0

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, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!

- Sam T

Jessica's Kiddie Clubhouse

5.0

she's the best caring caregiver known. she has great communication and good caring for the kids.. kids love her!!!

- Jessica G

Drop-in daycares in Elmhurst, IL

Abby's House

3N425 N Howard Ave, Elmhurst, IL

Starting at $50/day

If there is anything 2020 taught us, it's how important it is to focus on family. I've wanted to work from home for a while. Opening a home daycare and caring for a family or two alongside my children seems like a no-brainer. My home is in a quiet neighborhood. We are walking distance to a park and...

Cintron's All Kids Daycare

Cintron's All Kids Daycare

2530 Gunderson Avenue, Berwyn, IL

Starting at $65/day

5.0

(8)

Cintron's All Kids Daycare now has 4 full-time spots open! If you are looking for a trustworthy, responsible, and reliable care for your child, feel free to contact me. Daycare is open from 7am to 6pm, Monday-Friday. I'm located in Berwyn, Illinois. I am licensed through the state, CPR and First Aid...
5.0
"My two boys attended Cintrons All Kids Daycare for over a year and LOVED it. One of my boys was struggling with his speech, so I knew he will need extra attention. At this daycare they really took their time and effort with their teaching. My son learned so much...

Amanda S


Sisters Home Day Care

Sisters Home Day Care

604 68th Street, Willowbrook, IL

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(3)

Hello! My name is Suzanne. My sister and I run a day care in her Willowbrook home. We provide a loving home environment while you are away. We encourage friendship and cooperation among the families in our care. Most of the children that we care for begin as infants and remain in our care until...
5.0
"You gals are the best! It was so hard for me to go back to work, but it really helped to know that my baby was safe and well cared for with you two. The random pics you send make my day"

Beth A


Robin's Daycare

Robin's Daycare

5859 Chase Ave, Downers Grove, IL

Starting at $275/wk

5.0

(3)

WE HAVE OPENINGS FOR TEACHERS! My name is Robin, and I have been providing home daycare in Downers Grove for 30 years! Some of the first children we ever provided care for have brought their children to us for daycare too! Every day there is active play, social skills, reading, games, puzzles,...
5.0
"Robin and Ray have been watching my son since I went back to work and I couldn't ask for a better daycare provider. My baby is very well taken care of and he is always happy to be dropped off in the morning. You can't go wrong with this couple who come with tons of...

Kelly A


Debbie S.

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

Costimate: $225/wk

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...
5.0
"Debbie has been wonderful. This is our first time with a babysitter and couldn't have found a better person. She has been full time with my infant son for about 6 weeks now and he has been cared for like he is one of her own. I have met her family and they are...

Carey S


Jessica's Kiddie Clubhouse

Jessica's Kiddie Clubhouse

3643 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL

Starting at $60/day

5.0

(1)

I have 12 + years experience of childcare and caregiver. One year ago, I started babysitting 2 little girls, and they inspired me to start my own business. I started to enjoy my job as a provider and that's when I started looking more into opening my home to all kids. I'm CPR and First Aid and AED...
5.0
"she's the best caring caregiver known. she has great communication and good caring for the kids.. kids love her!!!"

Jessica G


Ms Hema Inc

Ms Hema Inc

349 39th Street, Downers Grove, IL

Starting at $50/day

3.7

(3)

Our focus is to promote development in child's physical, social-emotional, language and cognitive areas. Children explore their world through play, and hence giving them enough time to play through careful planning help them have positive learning experience. Purposeful and productive play...
5.0
"Heading back to work after having a baby was so stressful for a first-time mom. What has made the transition so much easier is knowing that my child is in a positive and safe environment all day. I could not ask for better care from Hemaxi--she's loving to my...

Andrea B


Rock-a-Bye Baby Home Daycare Inc

Rock-a-Bye Baby Home Daycare Inc

1836 S 3rd Ave, Maywood, IL

5.0

(2)

childcare provider will come to your home to care for family
5.0
"I absolutely love Rock-A-Bye-Baby home daycare. Tammy and her assistants are great with the kids. I brought my newborn to her after having a horrible experience somewhere else and she listened to my concerns and assured me everything will be different and it for...

Krystal L


2nd Connection Fcc

2nd Connection Fcc

1S310 Dillon LN, Villa Park, IL

Starting at $85/day

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina. I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which...
5.0
"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...

Laurel


Growing & Learning Home Daycare

Growing & Learning Home Daycare

4118 N Major Ave., Chicago, IL

Starting at $300/wk

5.0

(2)

Growing & Learning is a home day care since 2009. We are licensed by DCFS, have CPR and fist aid certification with great work references. We have a fun, warm and loving environment four our children in a creative program fill with opportunities for learning and exploration. Also we provide...
5.0
"We consider ourselves so incredibly lucky to have found Gaby and Growing and Learning. Our daughter has been going to Gaby's for over two years and she is thriving. Her daycare offers a curriculum filled with constructive and dramatic play, delicious homemade food...

Dan P


Tiny Hands

Tiny Hands

4505 Oak Ave, Brookfield, IL

Costimate: $271/wk

5.0

(7)

Hi everyone! My name is Imelda, I m a childcare provider, I have 9 years in experience in the care of children between the ages of 0-5 years, at the moment I m taking care of kids in my house currently I have a small group of kids to individually give then my full attention that they need. I am CPR...
5.0
"We LOVED Tiny Hands and were so glad to have found this awesome daycare! My 2 year old son absolutely loved it. His days were filled with playing, reading, doing crafts and more! And Imelda is wonderful! She is professional and just awesome with the children. You...

Kelly Z


Next Generation Childcare

Next Generation Childcare

2 S 660 Lloyd Ave, Lombard, IL

Costimate: $219/wk

5.0

(3)

Next Generation Childcare is a licensed home-based family childcare program that features part-time care for families needing from one to four days of child care per week. I am an experienced teacher, and have absolutely enjoyed 30 years in the business of caring for young children. I have a child...
5.0
"Diana has been such a big part of our daughter's life and she has given us peace of mind for years. She provides the most genuine care and experiences that our daughter will still reference certain ones years later. We have had other care providers and no one has...

Phil R


Sandy's Learning House

Sandy's Learning House

1106 Regency Lane, Carol Stream, IL

Starting at $235/wk

5.0

(2)

I offer full day child care with a preschool curriculum offered on a daily basis at a reasonable price. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, am Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, am the President of the Carol Stream Home Day Care...
5.0
"Our son, Colin attended Sandy's Learning House from the age of 18 months to almost 4 years and we loved every minute. From day one, we knew that Colin was in great hands and we truly enjoyed watching Colin interact with Sandy and all of of the other children. Sandy...

Kelly S


Sunny Daycare

Sunny Daycare

10125 Ivanhoe Ave, Schiller Park, IL

Starting at $50/day

5.0

(10)

I have been a daycare provider for 24 years, caring for infants through school age children. Before I began my home business, I was special education teacher for 8 years. I decided to stay home when I had my first child. As my own family grew, I knew then I wanted start my own home daycare and...
5.0
"We've had many great sitters and nannys but our time at Sunny Daycare was truly our best childcare experience. The kids were welcomed into a loving home every day. They were great friends with the other kids and were way more than pre-school ready when the time...

Tara C


2nd Home For Little Ones

10 South 081 Lorraine Drive, Willowbrook, IL

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(1)

Hi my name is Kathy Braband and my home is located in the Timberlake Subdivision of Willowbrook, IL; close to I-55 and Route 83. Welcome to what I call a child's 2nd home within my home where learning and social development is my main focus. I am committed to giving your child a loving and fun...
5.0
"Kathy provides a loving, safe and compassionate second home for your child!"

Jeanne D


Baby Steps Infant Home Daycare

Baby Steps Infant Home Daycare

410 Woodmoor Dr., Lombard, IL

Starting at $15/hr

5.0

(1)

Every parent wants nurturing, devoted care for their baby. If you need daycare for your baby, you want it to be the best possible care. -I'm an experienced mom and caregiver. I love babies, and provide high quality one-on-one care that will help your baby grow intellectually, socially,...
5.0
"Connie is a very caring, attentive caregiver. She cared for our infant daughter and we saw incredible developmental strides when she was in Connie's care. We highly recommend Connie!"

Amy C


Debbie's Daycare Home

Debbie's Daycare Home

1650 N Natoma, Oak Park, IL

Starting at $395/wk

4.8

(17)

*I have 30+ yrs experience as a licensed daycare provider, with fantastic references from long-term families. *We are conveniently located near North Ave and Oak Park Ave, as well as only 5 blocks away from 2 Metro stations which provide parking. *I provide all organic meals made with fresh...
5.0
"Our son has been with Debbie for 3.5 years. He loves Miss Debbie and he loves his friends. And we love knowing that he is in a safe and nurturing environment. Debbie has been instrumental in our son's growth and the sweet, caring, considerate child he is today. As...

Karen B


Step By Step Kids Daycare

Step By Step Kids Daycare

351 Superior Dr, Bloomingdale, IL

Starting at $250/wk

4.9

(41)

Step By Step Kids Daycare in Bloomingdale, IL, is a loving childcare home. We accept children from ages six weeks to five years. We are conveniently located in Bloomingdale. It is very convenient if you are traveling between Elmhurst and Schaumburg or Downers Grove areas. Neighboring towns...
5.0
"Both my wife and I being first time parents were looking for a daycare where we felt comfortable to leave our son. We are so lucky and blessed to have found Step by Step kids daycare! Susan and her staff are simply wonderful, they are incredibly nurturing and...

Heriberto S


Ms Doras Home Daycare

Ms Doras Home Daycare

1042 S Mayfield, Chicago, IL

Costimate: $162/wk

5.0

(2)

Ms. Dora has been caring for children for over 10 years. While working with kids, we give them time for free play but most importantly we teach them everything they need in order to excel in kindergarten. The primary language spoken in the daycare is Spanish so they will quickly and easily be able...
5.0
"My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter have been going to Ms Dora's since my daughter was about 3 months old. I remember getting a little teary leaving my baby for the first time, and Dora gave me a hug and said, "Its's okay, Samantha. I'll take good care of...

Samantha B


Early Milestones Home Daycare

Early Milestones Home Daycare

6125 W. Waveland Ave., Chicago, IL

Costimate: $209/wk

4.8

(19)

My name is Eva Makris and I am the owner and program director of Early Milestones Home Daycare. I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Illinois in Chicago and I am a mother of three wonderful children. My goal as a child-care provider is to provide children with...
5.0
"We started our Wesley at Early Milestones when he was 5 months old. Eva made us feel so comfortable and is beyond knowledgeable and amazing with kids. Wesley is now 9 months old and has excelled at daycare!! He has friends, an amazing routine, is always happy and...

Katy W


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