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Little Footsteps
5.0
Little Footsteps is the perfect place to bring an infant or toddler. Mrs Zane is a very experienced and safety conscious individual. We have recommended Little Footsteps to others and they have equally been impressed with the outstanding care that is provided.
- Sam W
Lanci Family Bilingual Daycare
5.0
t's so hard to find someone that you entrust with your kids, especially when they're too young to report back to you how their day went. Picking a daycare was a neurotic process for me, because I wanted my kid to have a second proxy for home - a place where she was not only cleaned and fed, but also...
- Kai L
Pat's Play-land
5.0
I loved the way of how she took care him I would see that my baby was always happy and smiling . She took great care of him .. that very helped me and my mom to not worry that much because we know what he was always going to be in good hands I thank pati for worrying so much about my baby and I hope...
- Kimberly
Growing Roots Daycare
5.0
We loveeeee Rim!!! My son has been attending her daycare for almost a full year and has learned so much. His vocabulary has increased tremendously and I'm always in awe of they things he says or does that he learned from daycare in a good way. Rim is very patient, kind and has a way with my hyper...
- Tiffany S
Tiny Treasures Day Care Center
5.0
Great place! I wouldn't send my 3 month old anywhere else!
- Lauren R
Family daycares in Gurnee, IL
3.0
(4)
Little Footsteps is a new licensed family daycare located in Kahala. The staff is state licensed. The day care provides service for children who are two months to 12 years.
5.0
"Mrs. Zane is an extremely caring and competent care giver. Her background in early childhood education is a huge asset. She deeply cares for the children and runs her program like a preschool. Because of the structure that is given, children have an easy time...
Joelle 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
"t's so hard to find someone that you entrust with your kids, especially when they're too young to report back to you how their day went. Picking a daycare was a neurotic process for me, because I wanted my kid to have a second proxy for home - a place where she was...
Kai L
5.0
(2)
Family day care in business for 22 years. Provide safe fun loving environment for children 6 weeks to 12 years. New York state licensed. CPR certified, insured, accepting DSS. I provide healthy meals, safe outdoor play, & flexible hours before school and after school. Reasonable rates. Will provide...
5.0
"I loved the way of how she took care him I would see that my baby was always happy and smiling . She took great care of him .. that very helped me and my mom to not worry that much because we know what he was always going to be in good hands I thank pati for...
Kimberly
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
3.7
(3)
Tiny Treasures Day Care is a family owned and operated day care center located in Kenmore, NY. We have been serving the WNY area for over 30 years.
Tiny Treasures is very unique in that we are a lot like an extended family. We are very proud that our staff turnover is very low, so children...
5.0
"Great place! I wouldn't send my 3 month old anywhere else!"
Lauren R
5.0
(2)
Learn2Blossom Early Child Development and Care (formerly My Little Lamb Day Care) is a licensed (license number 15-5511328) family day care established in 1995 and based in Gaithersburg, MD. We are also accredited through Montgomery County and the Maryland State Childcare Association.
At...
5.0
"Our daughter is 8 months and has been attending Learn2Blossom, since she was 4 months old. Rocio and her team, were absolutely amazing in helping us transition from being at home into day care/back to work. We had a 2 week period for both baby and I to get used to...
Jennifer P
5.0
(1)
We are a high quality Family Day Care in business since 1986. Small group, meals, group activities, fenced in backyard play area. Next best place to home!
5.0
"We are so happy with the care our daughter receives at Small Fry. Joanne and Tammy are amazing with the children and the kids never want to go home because they have so much fun. Feels like home."
Lyndsey F
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 have taken our 1 year old daughter to Mother Goose Daycare since May 2017. I cannot emphasize enough how fortunate we feel to have Kim as our daycare provider! She is so kind and nurturing to our daughter and is very flexible in scheduling needs. Communication...
Nora D
My Little Magical World Family Daycare
13008 Eloise Ave., Rockville, MD
5.0
(6)
My name is Leidy, mother of two children.
I have 6 years of experience caring for children of other families.
My goal for the Family Day Care is to provide a Home Away From Home for all children in my care.
Daycare is committed to providing your child with quality care by encouraging each child to...
5.0
"Leidy is great with our baby daughter and it feels like a second home. She has a warm personality, is trustworthy, supports our daughters development and is flexible. I could not think of anything missing in a perfect caretaker."
Maaike N
5.0
(5)
I am a mother of two grown up girls. I would love to take care of your child/children while you are at work. I have been in this business for the past 24 years, raising children from infant to toddler. My family daycare is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $1,000.00 per month for...
5.0
"Homa is a great caregiver. My son was not adjusting well at a larger daycare and we were fortunate enough to have found Homa when we did. He really thrived here and I am very grateful to Homa! Highly recommend her."
Eunice
5.0
(2)
Lucero Family Child Care is a faith based daycare that provides care for families of children ages 1-5 years old. We provide a safe and loving environment that encourages Christian values. We will work to nurture and encourage academic skills like ABCs and 123s at whatever stage your child is at...
5.0
"This daycare has been like home to my little girl. Jaime is so great with her. They truly love her like she is theirs. I wouldn't have picked any other place to send her. We now have friends in the Lucero family. We are sad to be leaving but I have the opportunity...
Kimberly R
4.2
(15)
Looking for Quality Child Care?
Infant Toddler Family day Care (ITFDC) is a network of professional child care educators with a commitment to the principle that learning begins at birth. We support the emotional, social and intellectual development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
5.0
"We absolutely love the care we've received through ITFDC for our daughter. A neighbor recommended ITFDC, and specifically, Yasmeen Sarwar. We started our daughter with Yasmeen at 10 months old, and she has absolutely flourished under Yasmeen's care over the past...
Denise
5.0
(4)
I'm the owner and educated care provider for this family child care. I have over 11 years of experience caring for young children including a practicum at University City children's center, Elegant Child Campus, a private nanny for 2 families and I run an in-home care for 5+ years. I am caring for...
5.0
"I had my first baby in June 2014. I was recommended to look into Jenny @ Natures Playhouse Preschool & Daycare. From the time we met until current I have never been so relieved. Daycare for my new born had been freaking me out and I did not like anyone I looked...
Rebecca G
5.0
(4)
I run a quaint home day care in the Broadlands, VA community for busy families with energetic kids. I have catered to dozens of families in the area and have great references on request. With over 20+ years of experience in the daycare field I am fully equipped to care for your precious child....
5.0
"My daughter really adjusted well and transitioned from diaper to potty trained toddler pretty smoothly. She loved the home cooked meals Pear would prepare and always came home well fed and rested."
Gina R
5.0
(11)
Lisa's Loving Care is a Group Family Day Care Home located in Levittown. At Lisa's, we offer a safe, loving, caring, and educational environment with experienced and warm staff. The children's days are filled with many activities such as circle time, music and movement, story time, math and reading...
5.0
"If you are looking for a daycare look no more when it comes to daycare, Lisa's Loving Care by far is the best. My son is going into second grade, the end of last year he was reading on a 4th grade level. I couldn't be prouder. I attribute his success to Lisa's...
Michelle
5.0
(1)
Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie's Day Care
New York State Licensed Child Care Provider.
Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County.
OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked
CPR and First Aid certified.
Over 240 hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training).
Miss Debbie's Day...
5.0
"Miss Debbie is amazing. She has watched both of my children since they were 3 months old...my oldest is now 4. Not only is Miss Debbie a caring, nurturing caregiver, but she has taught my children so much...doing so many activities with them daily...they never...
Eileen T
5.0
(4)
Safe, Learning and Fun Day Care.
LICENSED family Day Care in a quite residential neighborhood (near Arlington Ave and Tylor).
Bright, spacious house, inviting atmosphere with outside play area.
Teaching our kids is one of our main priorities, including Music, Art, English and Math, Project...
5.0
"Our 2 year old loves to come here every day, and has since learned so much. She comes home with a project everyday and has even learned to pronounce her words very well. It's never a dull day for them, and they love their caretakers."
Brian
5.0
(2)
We are a family child care business that we run from our home. We are a mother daughter team that tackles education (children's homework) and play time together. My mom is the fun energetic one that loves to run jump and play with the kiddos and I am more of the get your homework done before you can...
5.0
"My two toddlers have been going there since they were 2 and have a blast there. They have honestly started to behave better since they are around other kids there. Im grateful for their help in assisting me with a discounted rate for my little family. If it wasn't...
Brendan
5.0
(6)
Home care at Amiguitos in Gaithersburg, Spanish immersion license: 254861. Personalized care for your children with the tenderness and love of the mother, in a family environment, safe and comfortable. Open from 7:30 a.m. at 5:30 p.m. We implement age-appropriate games and are in constant...
5.0
"Amigitos is a loving and nurturing daycare that makes the children feel like they are at home. We had our two preschool age children here for almost two years and our kids loved their experience. Our kids were encouraged to grown and learn -- both Spanish language...
Colleen S
5.0
(5)
Experienced nanny owned family day care.
Homey feel,lots of love,
Nurturing and educating "The Whole Child"
5.0
"Ms . Charlotte is the embodiment of the perfect teacher and nanny. It amazes me how she was able to teach my children kindness, organization and reading while she was having fun with them.She is firm and is uniquely qualified to care for children. It is a...
Brianna W
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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.