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Poko Loko Early Learning Center
5.0
I'm a 19 year old who loves children and having responsibility along with a solid job fulltime in child care. I'm interested in working here for an extented period of time and I'm very dependible! Please contact me for an interview, I'm pediatric cpr certified and american red cross first aid...
- Sarah R
Auntie Gwen's Child Care
5.0
Don't know a kid that didn't leave this daycare ready to take on Kindergarten! Gwen truly loves kids, and makes efforts in connecting children with their parents.
- Geraldine R
Little Palms Day Care
4.0
When our plans for daytime child care unexpectedly fell through a year ago, Christina stepped in to help provide interim care in our home for our 7-month-old son. We are so grateful to her for restoring a bit of normalcy during this challenging time. Not only was she very attentive and loving to our...
- Jenni O
Thron Family Daycare
5.0
I was intoduced to the Thron Daycare about 2 years ago. We had been struggling to find a good, reliable, clean, and trustworthy daycare to watch our son Kade who is now almost four years old. We had been referred to her from a friend of ours whom had used Ms. Eva for many years for their children. I...
- Jesica A
Sandmann Family Day Care
5.0
Our son went to Sandmann for about 2 years and absolutely loved it! Great teachers, very attentive and caring. In 2 years there were no accidents. During COVID they had no cases. Great food! Lots of activities. We were sad to leave but it was time to start pre school
- Aigerim S
Family daycares in Gurnee, IL
Lairds Children 1st takes great joy in extending our love and support to families near and far. We offer a structured schedule in our warm home like setting. We have firm health and safety procedures and policies to promote the best care for your child. We believe children are constantly learning...
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Poko Loko Early Learning Center, a child care facility located on 1601 Northwind Boulevard in Libertyville, IL. We specialize in infant and toddler daycare, preschool through kindergarten education, and have full day and half day programs available. Our certified staff is trained in...
5.0
"I'm a 19 year old who loves children and having responsibility along with a solid job fulltime in child care. I'm interested in working here for an extented period of time and I'm very dependible! Please contact me for an interview, I'm pediatric cpr certified and...
Sarah R
5.0
(2)
Established in 2013, Auntie Gwen's Child Care offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
5.0
"Don't know a kid that didn't leave this daycare ready to take on Kindergarten! Gwen truly loves kids, and makes efforts in connecting children with their parents."
Geraldine R
Celebration Child Care Center located in Libertyville, IL is dedicated to providing the highest-quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through...
Darla's Daycare in Zion, Illinois is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 8 children from infants to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
TT Missy's Family Daycare provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in North Chicago, Illinois, for preschool kids. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start...
My Name is Kate Simone and I have been working with children since the age of 16. I was born and raised in Lake Villa, Illinois and that is where I have chosen to raise my children and open my home day care. I have 2 sons Cole who is 17 and Lee who is 8. I started baby sitting when I was 16 as well...
Little Chickadee's Daycare has serviced the Lake County, IL community for 17 years. We have extensive experience with children from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. We are currently changing our new program to cater to school-age children. We specialize in Before and After School Care with...
4.7
(3)
Little Palms Day Care is a licensed small family child care, providing safe, nurturing & reliable child care for families in and around Marin County.
Open Monday through Friday. Regular business hours 8am - 5pm; with extra care options and drop ins offered based on availability.
Snacks provided...
5.0
"We were new to the area and did not have any idea where to go for daycare. Through a few fortunate circumstances, we were introduced to Christina at Little Palms. Right from the start, the connection between our daughter and Christina was clear. Christina became...
Stephen S
5.0
(5)
My name is Eva Thron and I have run my own Family Child Care for many years in the Yucaipa area. I have had numerous returning families come through my day care and I believe this is due to the loving environment and also the preschool program that we do on a daily basis. In my home I have a big...
5.0
"I was intoduced to the Thron Daycare about 2 years ago. We had been struggling to find a good, reliable, clean, and trustworthy daycare to watch our son Kade who is now almost four years old. We had been referred to her from a friend of ours whom had used Ms. Eva...
Jesica A
5.0
(6)
Welcome to Sandmann Family Day Care!
Sandmann Family Day Care is a bilingual childcare program, German and English, located in the heart of Noe Valley in San Francisco.
We provide loving and professional care for children between the ages of 15 to 48 months. Our bilingual program offers a play-...
5.0
"Our eldest son attended Sandmann for nearly two years, and it was the best experience we've had with any of our children at a day care to date. We moved south and traveling there is impractical for us now, but we would have put all our children in Sandmann as long...
Rich L
5.0
(1)
Small family day care in our home in quiet downtown Hudson neighborhood. We offer the love and attention that those large day care facilities can not provide. Conveniently located one block from Willow River elementary school. Many fun learning activities, playtime, story time and outings to the...
5.0
"My daughters go to Linda's and they love it! My youngest doesn't cry when I leave. My oldest can't wait to go back, or even wishes she can stay longer. Linda has so much experience. She has alot to offer kids of all ages. We will keep coming back!"
Kayla A
5.0
(6)
At Joyful Day LLC, we believe parents are the most important people in a child's life, however, we are committed to providing high quality child care in a family like atmosphere, while supporting you as a family. Because we know families are unique, we offer per diem rates as well as temporary...
5.0
"This is a loving clean and professional environment where I feel safe leaving my baby! Having my child attend Joyful Days is the next best thing to me being able to care for my child myself. I highly recommend this daycare!"
Carla L
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
"I found the Family Home Child Care through care.com and it has been a perfect fit for my needs and my child. Been a wonderful one year that my daughter had been with Children Voices and happy to mention my child has learn, speak for her proper age, to be creative...
Danielle D
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
"Our family loves Agape Family Child Care! We toured other in-home child care facilities, and none compare to the loving, nurturing environment that Dolores and her team provide. Dolores is passionate about what she does, and it shows. My son absolutely loves going...
Ashley H
5.0
(1)
LoveBug Day Care is a family orientated home base day care
Newborn- 7 years old
6am-8pm
Overnight option available
ASL learning activities (American sign language )
5.0
"Divine has a great attitude and loves kids as soon as you walk in you just feel safe and calm! I highly recommend, wish she still lived in my area she even taught my daughter sign language !!!! She should charge wayyyyy more than she allows"
Shawnice
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Gurnee, IL
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Gurnee, IL?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, IL?
When choosing family daycare near you in Gurnee, 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 Gurnee, IL family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Family Daycares in Gurnee, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares.