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Recent family daycare reviews in Crystal Lake, IL
Cmm Child Care
5.0
Our family has been going to Ms. Cathy's for the past 8 years. We are very thankful to have someone who loves our boys as her own. She has followed our two boys from infancy through school age. Cathy makes sure that each age group in her care thrives!
Our boys always look forward to going to her...
- Natalie G
Lad's 'n Lassie's Home Childcare
4.0
Lot of good info on website. Have not had the chance to meet personally or see location. Just sent application.
- Jessica P
The Kingdom Of Children Llc
5.0
My daughter has been here for 3 years now. We have had a great experience. They keep tight security, keep my child clean, the facility clean/sanitized, a great learning curriculum, and daily nutrition plan. She's thriving in terms of her development and has delevoped great relationships with her...
- Nicole
Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care Home
5.0
Precious Little heartbeats is an amazing environment were children can engage with developmentally appropriate activities and material. Verlinda and Micaela are dedicated to providing children with love, nurturing, and many fun hands on learning activities.
- Anthony P
Ogden Christian Day Care
5.0
Ogden Christian Daycare is great in that it is small enough that you can talk to and see the people there that are watching your children. But it is operated like a larger daycare in that there are planned lunches and activities. It is everything you want in a daycare. Mrs Sonja, Mrs Carol, and...
- Tracy O
Family daycares in Crystal Lake, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Suzi and I care for Infants thru 3 years old.
In 1994 I started a Licensed Family Day Care.
I enjoyed all the children that were in my care over those years. I was a Nationally Accredited family home day care through the NAFCC and loved every moment of it.
In 2001 we moved our...
5.0
(5)
Hi all, my name is Cathy. I have had my child care business since early 1997. I will provide a loving, caring and structured environment. The children in my care do not believe they are going to a day care or sitters, they are going to "Ms. Cathy's house". I have also had a director at a preschool...
5.0
"Our family has been going to Ms. Cathy's for the past 8 years. We are very thankful to have someone who loves our boys as her own. She has followed our two boys from infancy through school age. Cathy makes sure that each age group in her care thrives!
Our boys...
Natalie G
4.5
(2)
Lad's 'n Lassie's Childcare is located within my home, and is a big part of my wonderful family! I'm a wife and Mom to three amazing kids, ages 20 (about to enter his Junior year at Vanderbilt), 10 & 8! Keeping my family running well and happy is my utmost concern, and the children within my care...
4.0
"Lot of good info on website. Have not had the chance to meet personally or see location. Just sent application."
Jessica P
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
"I have a 3 year old kid in The Kingdom of Children and since the day he started going there we have seen many improvements on him. These improvements are not only behavioral but cognitive too. Nowadays he can speak Spanish as a second language and that is great! I...
Ana L
5.0
(1)
Precious Little Heartbeat Family Child Care is a 24-hours 7-days a week childcare home in the heart of Los Angeles, California. We provide high quality childcare service for up to 14 children ages 6 weeks up to 10 years old. Our child care is family owned and managed (no outside workers). We provide...
5.0
"Precious Little heartbeats is an amazing environment were children can engage with developmentally appropriate activities and material. Verlinda and Micaela are dedicated to providing children with love, nurturing, and many fun hands on learning activities."
Anthony P
5.0
(4)
Ogden Christian Day care is an in-home family style child care facility. We will care for your child in a Christian environment. We have a large yard with toys and organized activities. Ogden Christian Day Care is a teaching day care. Children are taught shapes, colors, numbers and ABC's. We...
5.0
"Ogden Christian Daycare is great in that it is small enough that you can talk to and see the people there that are watching your children. But it is operated like a larger daycare in that there are planned lunches and activities. It is everything you want in a...
Tracy O
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)
Welcome! My name is Paige. I have been running an at-home daycare for 20+ years. I started my daycare when my own four children were young. I have continued my daycare because I enjoy creating a family oriented, fun, loving environment for children. I am a member of the Orange County Childcare...
5.0
"We have been with Paige for six years now with all three of our babies. Paige has and will always be a part of our family! As a working mom there is absolutely no price you can put on the peace of mind your little ones are in safe, loving, nurturing hands and Paige...
Megan A
5.0
(1)
Lil' Bean's Day Care is a licensed small family day care for children, aged 12 months to 12 years.
Experienced caregiver available to guide your little one through exciting days filled with learning and fun. Plenty of safe space to play inside and outside. I provide healthy meals and snacks or...
5.0
"Lil' Bean's Day Care is amazing! I have two little girls that absolutely love it there. The environment is clean, safe, and fun. My 5 year old has been going there since she was 2 years old and once I had my 2nd daughter they took her in with open arms. It's always...
Jennifer C
5.0
(3)
Hi, thank you for taking the time to learn about my family child day care and what I have to offer my name is Rim. I am a very loving, caring mother, and a best friend to my children. I'll give the same thing to your child - the care, love, and attention they need.
We are a small family child day...
5.0
"We are so blessed to have found Rim. She is such a sweetheart and she cares for our son as if he were her own. I know that when I drop him off, he is in safe hands. Her home is immaculate and she is very reliable. I highly recommend her to anyone."
Gina
3.9
(13)
Hi, my name is Ruth, and I am a Licensed Family Childcare Provider in Hanover, MD. I take care of children from 2 months old to school age. I provide breakfast, lunch and two snacks. My program is awesome; it includes circle time, art, coloring, singing and writing time. We are very busy all day...
5.0
"My daughter Hannah had been at MKD for just under two years full-time. She is three now. It was a sad day to leave MKD because my daughter absolutely loved Ms. Ruth, the owner. We are extremely satisfied with the care that she received from Ms. Ruth. Her growth and...
Yemi
5.0
(2)
Nice Time Day Care is a licensed family day care providing childcare to families. We offer programs for wide range of ages from 3 months to 6 years. We provide various educational activities with Montessori material and provide more play time for your kids in our large backyard play area.Our goal is...
5.0
"Uma took us in last minute when we were visiting Long Beach for 3 weeks. We will go back to her again and would recommend her to our family and friends. What I like most about this day care is it is clean, filled with activities, and has space for the kids to enjoy...
Harinder S
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
4.6
(10)
We are an in-home licensed day care offering services for children 2-6 years old, Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Koyote Kids is family driven with a structured environment. We ask that parents provide their own meals and supplies for their children. Daily walks, music time, naps, learning time, crafts...
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Koyote Kids. My son is very attached to me and can be quite shy, so I worried about starting him in daycare once I went back to work. I am happy to say, that he has loved it since the first day he started! Melissa and Daphne...
Courtney W
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
Children Voices Learning Center & Enrichment Family Child Care Home
6950 Thomas St, Hollywood, FL
Starting at $100/wk
5.0
(4)
Two companies under one umbrella, two different vision: Serving Miami-Dade and Broward
Children Voices Learning Center is a professional and personal development child care home that works with parents, schools and caregivers to help children develop mentally, physically and spiritually.
Children...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Children Voices for the past 8 months. Maribel does an excellent job with the children and gives each one individual attention and special attention everyday. My daughter is always excited to go and sad to leave each day!
I surely...
Ashley W
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
5.0
(4)
Tomlinson Family Child Care is a family owned, licensed, in-home, day care provider whom has been in business for over 19 years. We are located in Riverside near Downtown, UCR and where the 215/60/91 freeways meet.
Your child/children are your most precious valuables. You can trust us to take the...
5.0
"I have been bringing my boys to Susan and Stacy since 2015. We have grown so close the them they are family. They have been such a blessing to our family and my boys love being with them and sometimes throw fits when they have to leave."
Marilyn
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Kreative Kids Family Child Care. I have been an EEC Educator and Licensed Family Child Care Provider since 1991. I own & operate a Family Day Care with our group of friends being newborn to PreK. Our group is small with up to 6 children. With all the germs and viruses going around in...
5.0
(1)
Children 6wks - 23mths, 2 - 5, 6+
www.1stcreationzchildcare.com
1st Creationz Child Care is a small family childcare licensed in the State of California. We are located in the Los Angeles area and service children and families in the inner city as well as surrounding communities.
We are...
5.0
"My daughter has been going here since she was born. Calette is incredible with children. She provides a safe, fun learning experience for all. She has become a part of our family and i couldn't be more happier with her services, although my child is now in...
Lekisha M
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Crystal Lake, IL
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Crystal Lake, IL?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
When choosing family daycare near you in Crystal Lake, 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.
Ratings for Crystal Lake, IL family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Family Daycares in Crystal Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.