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Mother Goose Day Care
5.0
We feel so luck to have found Ms. Kim! Our daughter started with her at 15 months. We were worried about her transitioning to care outside of our house, but she adjusted very well and quickly with the help of Ms. Kim's warm, welcoming, and confident style. Our daughter is now almost 2 and is excited...
- Lauren C
Elibunny Family Child Care
5.0
We give Elizabeth and her Elibunny Family Child care our highest recommendation. Elizabeth and caregivers have been wonderful caregivers for our son who was in their care from the age of four months to eighteen months. From the very beginning we could rest assured that he was safe and happy in...
- Diane M
Sunny Daycare
5.0
We found Melba after we had a bad experience at another daycare and I thank God that we did. She's been amazing and has watched my son since he was 9 months old. She has loved him like he was her own. He has learned so much at her home and he is ready to start kindergarten thanks to her. She has the...
- Stephanie S
Parkview Family Day Care
5.0
This daycare provides a safe and nurturing environment for our kids. The play areas are very clean and well maintained. The kids spend a lot of times outdoors. The staff is tentative and responsive when I communicate my concerns. I definitely trust that my kids are safe while attending this daycare....
- Julie P
Detour 2 Discovery Day School
5.0
Detour to Discovery excels in every way. The directors have created a culture of excellence and love for the children and the work they do day in and day out. We feel so lucky to have found this school!
- Leslie D
Family daycares in Altamont, IL
5.0
(14)
Mother Goose Day Care is a state licensed family child care center, which provides a loving, caring, and nurturing environment, while focusing on learning and play! Well-established local business, centered loosely around a play based style of learning. All children aged newborn through elementary...
5.0
"We highly recommend Mother Goose Day Care. I brought my son to Kim's in home day care when he was just 13 weeks old and to a first time mother going back to work it was a difficult time but Kim provided the most loving, caring and safe environment I could ask...
Denise S
5.0
(7)
ELIBUNNY Family Child Care is a Quality program with full day care for 3 months to 5 years old children in a family home environment with love in care, we offer a infant classroom and a preschool class. it is very important that every child has a continue caregiver for the first 5 years of life to...
5.0
"Both of my children were with Elizabeth and her team since infancy (starting child #1 in 2014, then child #2 in 2016), as I anxiously went back to work, nervously leaving them in someone else's care. But it was just first-time parent jitters in 2014 and I am...
Ashleigh L
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
"Our family loves Sunny Daycare! Our son was very well cared for and he learned so much while under their care (he started there as a toddler). Melba is not only great, she made us feel welcome. She is also great at communication, if we had a concern, she was very...
Eva M
5.0
(1)
If you're looking for quality child care, you've come to the right place. At Parkview Family Day Care we'll give your child the attention and care they deserve. We are following all recommended safety guidelines during the current pandemic.
We offer a fully accredited preschool program. We spend...
5.0
"This daycare provides a safe and nurturing environment for our kids. The play areas are very clean and well maintained. The kids spend a lot of times outdoors. The staff is tentative and responsive when I communicate my concerns. I definitely trust that my kids are...
Julie P
5.0
(1)
25 years in business, families from all over the world, diverse teaching staff and owners who are directly involved in the day to day operations... this is what early childhood care should look like. Come tour and apply to the waiting list!
5.0
"Detour to Discovery excels in every way. The directors have created a culture of excellence and love for the children and the work they do day in and day out. We feel so lucky to have found this school!"
Leslie D
4.0
(1)
Our family daycare provides a learning based program for 12 month to 4 year olds. We provide a daily schedule consisting of circle time, centers, snack, group reading activity, music, lunch, outdoor play, nap time, art, organized play, story time, and free play. Culver Care is run by a lead teacher...
4.0
"Our son was here for a year from his first to second birthdays. He had a lot of fun at Culver Care. We like that it's a small family daycare with just a handful of other kids. When he first started the age difference felt more noticeable because he wasn't walking...
PM
5.0
(5)
Get the best of both worlds in one place!
A family child care with the structure of a day care center environment.
Child Care for ages Newborn to 7 years
Open 24 hrs/ Closed on Major Holidays
Infant and Toddler Care
Preschool
Before & After School Care
Transportation
Summer & Winter...
5.0
"I have two children that attend Nana's Daycare and they love it. What I love about Nana and her employees is that they teach the children how to read and write at a young age and get them ready for kindergarten. I love all the fun activities when it comes to...
Shareese M
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Nicole. Welcome to the Miles of Smiles Daycare, where we are very excited to meet with you and your family. I'm located in Lake in the Hills, IL (by Sunset Park). I love taking care of children. I believe in developing a whole child with their social, emotional, cognitive and...
5.0
"Children enjoy the caring setting with activities to allow them to have fun and learn a few things as well Nourishing snacks and lunch are served during the day."
Robert M
5.0
(2)
Lanci Family Day Care provides a warm and comforting environment for babies from 6 weeks old to 36 months old. We focus on growth, learning, and play.
We are licensed to care for no more than 8 children. Each child receives a great amount of attention from care takers. Our ratio is 1:2 or 1:3 as of...
5.0
"Our little one attended Lancy Family Day Care as he was transitioning to his long-term care situation. Evelyn, the owner, was so gracious to have our baby start at her daycare on short-notice even knowing that it was a temporary situation. She got to know our baby...
Sunny P
4.3
(4)
The OVALTREE is a home program that specializes in infant and toddler care. I have been providing care to families across the metro area for 19+ years. My vision is to help families with the growth and development of their children. This is a small group setting that will be tailored to your child's...
5.0
"I love brining Skylar here! She has so much fun when she is with Ms. Richelle. Not only is she having fun with her she is learning from her. I definitely recommend her! Her price is amazing for everything she does for my daughter. And since it isn't some big...
Jennifer C
5.0
(12)
Happy Home Family Child Care (HHFCC) is Montessori Inspired educational facility whose goal is to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children in our care. We are dedicated to guiding children develop physical, emotional, social and intellectual skills. We...
5.0
"I highly recommend Happy Home Family Child Care to every parent who want a solid foundation for their children. The love, care, discipline and patience for the kids is something every parent will appreciate. The classroom is well organized and neat. Above all the...
William J
5.0
(2)
Little Star is an in-home family day care, licensed by the state of Maryland, that offers a nurturing and active environment for infants and toddlers. Little Star is owned and operated by Alem Berhanu, who has over 15 years of childcare experience and believes in the importance of creating a...
5.0
"We are so happy with our experience at Little Star daycare. Alem is a warm and loving care-giver, and her home is bright and clean. Our son has been with her over a year and has thrived during his time with her. He has learned many words in sign language, how to...
Liz
5.0
(1)
Frog Hollow is a small neighborhood home based preschool of twelve children per day, dedicated to creating a warm, caring community for both children and their families. We offer an emergent curriculum with long periods of time for social play, along with the structure of daily art experiences,...
5.0
"My daughter went to Frog Hollow for 3 years and we love everything about it. Ellen, Robin, and Kimi are amazing with kids, and I saw all the kids thrive with them.
The preschool is a play-based one, and it feels and acts as one big family.
They make art, yoga,...
Alok S
4.4
(7)
A small, licensed in home day care facility run by Miss Mary. We care for up to 8 children at a time.
5.0
"Before my review I wanted to respond to the review below. I am amazed at the tone and the accusations in the other review. Ms. Mary has always been honest with us about everything. I trust her completely with my child and I trust her integrity. She has worked...
Renee N
4.8
(13)
*MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNT*
I am a licensed Family Day Home with the State of Virginia. I am located a few minutes from both Dam Neck and Oceana bases. This is my 13th year providing care in my home. I am the mother of 3 children (27, 23, 15) and the wife of a Virginia Beach...
5.0
"Mistie is one of the only people I would trust with my two girls. She cares for them just like they are her own. She is so passionate about what she does. Her entire house was beyond welcoming and my girls fit right in as soon as they started. I recommend her to...
Hannah A
5.0
(3)
Laurinda's Mini-Preschool is a Family Home Childcare where children play happy and grow at their own pace. Their days are filled with a variety of activities that stimulate their curiosity, creativity and the desire of learning. They have many opportunities to explore their environment as well. the...
5.0
"My toddler has attended Laurinda's Mini-Preschool and Daycare for the past year. Laurinda is an experienced, warm, and smart caregiver. My child adores Laurinda - he talks about her often and is always excited to go to daycare.
This in-home daycare provides...
Megan O
5.0
(2)
Mission Statement:
"Agape Family Child Care is committed to providing the highest quality care available for children during the critical early years of life. We offer an enriched and nurturing home environment that respects and imparts value to each individual child and family, laying the...
5.0
"Agrape is amazing!! Mrs. Benson has cared for my son for a little over two years, most of his life and my being a mommy. It was very hard for me being a new mom to leave my son with someone besides family. Mrs.Benson and her family were welcoming, loving and so...
Katie
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Michelle but my daycare kiddos and parents call me "Mimi".
I have been providing in-home-daycare for over 18 years; 8 years of which I was a Certified Provider under the Navy's Child & Youth Program. I am fully licensed by the State of CA to run a small daycare, certified in...
5.0
"Michelle took care of our sons while we were stationed in San Diego. My oldest was 2.5 years old when he started with her, and after I had our second son, he started at the daycare too, at 8 weeks old until just over 1 year old when we transferred. My boys loved it...
Candace
5.0
(3)
Welcome to care and love family day care. We are located in Silver Spring Md and licensed as in home day care.My name is Nafisa { kids and parents call me Mama Nafisa} and I am the main care giver.I and my assistant are certified in CPR and First Aid. We provide quality child care and learning...
5.0
"I am so lucky to have found this place, the weight has been taken off. My daughter loves Nafisa, (sometimes my LO doesn't want to come home (that's a great sign). Nafisa treats my daughter like her own. The environment is peaceful, the daycare is a good clean...
Anya B
4.4
(13)
Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC."
My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early...
5.0
"Maria is the best provider for my 2 son's they starting the kingdom of children before 7 month and they are happy and confident boys now. She always teach them new thing my old son he speak Spanish well too am so happy with all care that she is doing thanks Maria...
Hanna
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Altamont, IL
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Altamont, IL?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Altamont, IL, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Altamont, IL is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Altamont, IL, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Altamont, IL?
When choosing family daycare near you in Altamont, IL, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.