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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Island Lake, IL
Kids At Play Learning Center, LLC
5.0
We absolutely LOVE Kids at Play! The teachers are caring, come up with interesting learning activities, and communicate with us regularly so we feel completely in the loop. Out little guy loves getting to school every morning!
- Janelle
Maria's Family Child Care
5.0
As a new mom, handing my baby over to someone for a whole day was the last thing I wanted to do. After the first week, my child did not want to come home with me because he loved Maria! She not only teaches the kids. She cares for them as if they were her own and it absolutely shows! She has helped...
- Dora A
Rainbow Days Bilingual Family Child Care
5.0
I am very thankful for these place , Rainbow Days have been amazing. They took wonderful care of my son from 6 weeks old to 6 months. They have been amazing and have always cared so much for him. Definitely recommend this place.
- Daniel M
Laura's Learn And Play Nature School
5.0
As a Center Director and early childhood professional for 30 years, Laura's Learn and Play is the best family child care home I have ever seen. She has a beautiful environment that has been carefully designed using brain research to create a calm and nurturing space conducive to learning. Home...
- Beth C
Barb's Home Day Care
5.0
We feel so blessed to have found Barb and her caring team. Our son started as a 4mo old infant and Barb was so caring and gentle with us new parents during that tough first week. She sent us pictures and updates that helped us feel confident that he was cared for and loved.
Throughout the last year,...
- Alex H
Drop-in daycares in Island Lake, IL
5.0
(3)
No dream is too big; No sky is too high. Teaching children to reach for the stars of success from the beginning. Giving your children a safe and friendly place to learn and grow will help them get off on the right foot in life.
5.0
"Fun, safe and exciting learning environment for children birth to kindergarten preparation!"
Andrea C
5.0
(13)
Hola, I have an in-home childcare, certified and registered the the state of Texas. I have been caring, guiding, and teaching children in my home for 25 years. 16 of those years were on military installations, while my husband was serving in the Army. My home was certified and regulated by the...
5.0
"If you are looking for the best, look no further. Maria is an amazing blessing to our family as she truly loves and cares for our children just as we would!
She is not just a babysitter or a daycare owner. She is a TEACHER. She fully understands the importance of...
Heather R
Rainbow Days Bilingual Family Child Care
19035 Highstream Dr, Germantown, MD
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Alexa Muriel, I became a childcare professional since I saw on me the skill to develop helping children in their first years of life and their families. I have discovered that I enjoy while they learn, I can reach goals and see the results with them working as a team with children,...
5.0
"I am very thankful for these place , Rainbow Days have been amazing. They took wonderful care of my son from 6 weeks old to 6 months. They have been amazing and have always cared so much for him. Definitely recommend this place."
Daniel M
5.0
(10)
Welcome to the wonderful world of Laura's Learn and Play Nature School! I strive to create a successful and refreshing approach to preschool education with the perfect balance of social awareness and academic guidance within a nature rich play space. I blend children's early educational journey...
5.0
"We moved to Colorado a year ago and were worried about finding high-quality care for our three-year-old daughter, because we didn't know the area very well yet. When a colleague at my new job recommended Laura, I was delighted to discover she lives up to the high...
AnneMarie J
5.0
(3)
Barb's Home Day Care follows a fun and stimulating curriculum: circle time, arts and crafts, reading time, rhymes and rhythms, visits to local libraries and playgrounds and much more. We have a large yard for the children to play which includes a sand box. I can prepare fresh and organic food...
5.0
"We feel so blessed to have found Barb and her caring team. Our son started as a 4mo old infant and Barb was so caring and gentle with us new parents during that tough first week. She sent us pictures and updates that helped us feel confident that he was cared for...
Alex H
The Development Center For Little People
603 North Franklin Street, West Chester, PA
Starting at $1500/mo
5.0
(15)
At the Development Center for Little People, we are excited to help your children along their individual paths of social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth, and look forward to engaging you in this collaborative process. Our passionate teachers are always looking to guide your child's natural...
5.0
"My son David has been at Jaren's facility for quite some time now. It has been amazing to watch him learn all that he has. It goes beyond colors, shapes, and vocabulary. He is developing valuable social skills, and his time at "school", as we call it at home, is...
Katie T
5.0
(1)
FULLY LICENSED FAMILY DAY CARE:
*Creative Activities in a warm, caring environment.
*Bilingual Spanish and English.
*Small group of 6 children with two teachers.
*14 years of experience.
*On Oregon Avenue near St John's College High school.
*Ages 4 months to 4 years old.
*Hours 8:00 a.m. -...
5.0
"My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age...
Carin Z
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
5.0
(1)
Bumble Bee is an early childhood education home daycare serving children ages 4 weeks to 5 years old.
Bumble Bee provides children with a high-quality education and the development foundation in self-esteem, self-discipline, love of learning and respect.
Bumble Bee is proud to provide an...
5.0
"This was the first day care we visited when looking for care for our (then unborn) twins and could have just called it the moment we walked in. Absolutely nothing compared to Bumble Bee. We were provided a folder that had pricing, holiday schedule, sample meal...
Monique C
4.6
(19)
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Hello! My name is Frances, but you can call me Frankie. I am the proud owner of Big Giggles Little Wiggles In-Home Child Care (BGLW). Here is a little bit of info about me and my in home child care.
~ Experience ~
I have 20+...
5.0
"My family has used Frances for over two years now. She's watched our son since he was three months old, and she keeps our daughter in the summer while school is out. When first looking for childcare, I was apprehensive about using an in-home daycare, thinking our...
Jessica E
5.0
(1)
Multi-Lingual Home-Based Daycare (Polish, Spanish & English). Multi-Cultural Environment. Structured, Montessori learning under a time-based schedule implemented daily. We offer a variety of Free-Choice, Art/Sensory, & Exercise Activities. i.e. Yoga, Outdoor Pay (Fenced in yard), Interpretive Dance,...
5.0
"My son has been going to Rise and Shine in Chicopee for almost a year now. I am so happy with this daycare and Alicja! My son is 1 years old and so outgoing, saying please and thank you, using his words when he wants something & even using sign language! He has...
Lauren B
5.0
(3)
Debbie's Child Care is a family-owned business located in Peabody, Ma. I have been in operation for over 20 years and I am licensed through Early Education and Care (EEC). License number: 9085294. I am licensed for 6 children, ages infant to school aged, for full-time or part-time care. In my 20+...
5.0
"Our Family is extremely pleased with our son's experience at Debbie's Daycare. Debbie is professional, knowledgeable, and well- trained in child development. We love the daily communication from Debbie and we receive feedback on his eating habits, behavior/moods,...
Meaghan B
5.0
(18)
Morning Star Childcare is a home childcare that cares for children (Ages 0-12 years).
The childcare is a pet free, clean and fenced environment.
Full-Time, Part-Time, Drop In and After-School care is available.
We have a curriculum for different ages. We offer free breakfast, lunch and snacks....
5.0
"Morning Star Childcare is by far the best daycare my daughter has attended. I have had my child in daycare since 3 months of age. I have been taking my daughter to Morning Star for two years now and no way would I consider any other daycare. This is the first...
Kirk
5.0
(5)
Here at Lifelong Learners Homeschool, we LOVE hands on learning and everything life has to offer/teach us! We do also include book work as well as occasional virtual learning, free play and/or movie days and limited screen time(educational). Each and every child is unique and eclectic allows us to...
5.0
"I worked with Alex at a daycare in the infant room. I learned a lot from her! In addition to her knowledge about child development, Alex has a natural understanding of each child. She truly cares about their needs, and cares about each child reaching their...
Baila S
5.0
(5)
Overview
At our in-home LICENSED childcare facility the Kids of the Future Daycare, we are able to provide families with an unforgettable experience of care, nurture, and growth for all children. When families sign up with us, they not only receive the best childcare experience possible. They also...
5.0
"If you're looking for the right childcare experience that your family needs. Look no further, as a single parent it was already tough raising my kids while working full-time but Sulega just made things easier for me. She was so understanding when it came to...
Suzan S
5.0
(1)
We are an in-home high scope learning program. We have a structured curriculum and schedule that gives the children in our program an expectation of what comes next. We have a performing arts program that taps into the creative side of each child and gives them a natural sense of identifying there...
5.0
"Day Star SOE is an amzing in home family child care facility. They believe in the word excellence from the service they provide to the children in there care to the curriculum they use to the families they serve. It is an awsome place to be."
Felicia J
5.0
(1)
Providing loving quality care for children six weeks to five years of age. I am a student with the University of Alabama Majoring in Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Early Childhood Development with the dream of opening a childcare center. My childcare experience includes, KindeCare...
5.0
"My daughter attended Worthy Beginnings for two years and I could not be happier with the care she received. Ms. Mary is the absolute best and she easily became a part of our family. In addition to playing and always having a good time, my daughter learned so much...
Diamond
5.0
(2)
Another day to live, laugh, learn, and love.
Rangeview childcare is located in a beautiful part of Glendale near the Brand Library. Because of our staff's years of experience in curriculum planning and development, we are able to offer your child a wide variety of age appropriate activities that...
5.0
"Clean, fun and educational space. The staff are friendly and keep the children engaged. The caregivers background in educational instruction is a major plus!"
Teri
5.0
(3)
Blessed Hearts is a child daycare that provides a happy, loving, and safe environment for children and the families we serve. We strive to meet the physical and emotional needs of our children. Our day care provider has over 20 years of experience, providing exceptional service and a well-balanced...
5.0
"Mrs. Carmen is truly amazing and I am so thankful we found her. My son has been with her since he was 4 months old and she has helped him (and me!) through everything: using a bottle, starting solids, first teeth, transitioning to sippy cups, first words, etc. As a...
Sarah V
5.0
(5)
Licensed, in-home, small family daycare/preschool. I offer a safe, loving home away from home atmosphere, while blending in a fun and nurturing play based preschool environment. I am CPR/first aid certified and have and continue to take classes on childhood development with Placer County Office of...
5.0
"My son has been at Lyons Den Daycare for 1 1/2 years and I couldn't be happier. I know my son is well cared for, he learns so much and has a great time while doing so. I definitely recommend Lyons Den Daycare."
Kelli C
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Island Lake, IL
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Island Lake, IL?
Drop-in daycare near you in Island Lake, IL can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Island Lake, IL accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Island Lake, IL, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Island Lake, IL?
While drop-in daycares in Island Lake, IL may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Island Lake, IL?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Island Lake, IL, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!
Ratings for Island Lake, IL drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Island Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.