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Stair Step Villa Nursery & Kin

6725 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL

Stair Step Villa Nursery & Kindergarten provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Chicago, Illinois, for kids of all ages. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Elizabeth W

655 W. Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL

I provide reading, outdoor fun, creative fun, language acquisition (babies - early reading), songs, games, brain "puzzles", enriching days during play dates, observation on a walk/errand, questioning and discovering how infant, toddler, child learns in his/her individual way - is special. My operatic career allows me some...
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Jenise & Jean's Home Daycare

8120 S Ada St Chicago, IL

In home care for children 0-13 as well as after school tutoring, Our facility is a (Stream Based Curriculum) geared toward higher learning for creative mines.
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Chel's Center

9016 S. Dobson Ave Chicago, IL

Hello everyone, I provide a loving home, lots of learning, fun activities, nutritious meals. Weekly progress reports on how your child is doing. Arts and crafts. Safety is always first. I'm just getting started in my home but I have plenty of experience I have my own 2 year old daughter and I have special needs foster brothers...
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Baby Steps Home Daycare

7310 S.Vernon Ave Chicago, IL

I have been a licensed daycare home for 14 years I provide a balanced environment in which children can learn through work and play. I provide meals that are approved by the Illinois Childcare Bureau to insure your child's nutritional needs.
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Discover The World Daycare (Lakeview)

1938 W School St Chicago, IL

Our licensed home daycare provides a fun preschool like atmosphere where learning through play is done on a daily basis. Our energetic and engaging staff speak Korean and Japanese in addition to English. Our goal is to provide a warm, safe and nurturing environment for the happiness and well being of your child.
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Naylor Daycare

3853 N Spaulding Ave Chicago, IL

I am starting up my In Home Daycare. I am Cpr, Aed, and First Aid Certified. Would like 3 kids ages 3 months to 4 years.
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In Rachel's Care

Roscoe St Chicago, IL

Date night and on-call nanny referral service
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Clara R

5656 North Rockwell Street Chicago, IL

I am mother of two beautiful girls, the first is 3 years and the second, 1 year. I often tend to the children of my sisters and friends when they went to work. I have all my papers in order, I never had problems with anything and anyone, I do not go out anywhere, I prefer that babies come to my house. I'm almost all day at home...
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Kings-n-Queens Daycare

1600 N. Melvina Ave Chicago, IL

I am a licensed childcare provider serving Chicago and western suburbs, I have 8 years of caring for children ages seven month to eleven year.after working in daycare center and with private families, I decided to start my own home daycare providing honest, safety, dependable service to families. please review my profile to see...
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Nancy's Home Daycare

4925 N Kedvale Ave Chicago, IL

Loving Home Environment. Nutritious meals and snacks. Activities, arts and crafts. CPR and First Aid Certified. Spanish Speaking.
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Julie's Home Daycare

4320 W. Belle Plaine Ave Chicago, IL

Currently looking for an infant to be a part of our daycare family. I absolutely adore children and have had my own daycare in my home for 13 years now. I will give your children mostly Organic and/or natural homemade meals, no junk food/snacks or drinks. My focus when caring for your child is safety, learning through play,...
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Good Shepherd Institute Child Care

9202 S Anthony Avenue Chicago, IL

Good Shepherd Institute Child Care Home, where every child is precious in a fun learning environment with love. LEARN PLAY AND GROW TOGETHER Infant- Toddler-Preschool Excellent Curriculum for productive learning Safe Environment Before& After School Care Up to 12 years Old CPR/FIRST AID Certified Nutritious meals &...
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Felisha M

903 N Lockwood Ave Chicago, IL

I'm a licensed daycare provider through DCFS. I have been caring for kids for over 20 years, ranging from birth through 15 years old. I teach and prepare kids for pre-K and kindergarten. I also potty train when they are mentally ready. I offer care from 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. I provide breakfast, snack, lunch and dinner for children...
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Little Feathers Child Care Home

7917 S Harvard Ave Chicago, IL

Licensed home base child care Director with 18 years' experience. CPR certified, Early Childhood Educational credentials level 4 , Child Development Associate, specializing in infant and toddler care, preschool, before and after school care, 6:00 am to 12:00 am, Mon-Fri. Hot, home cooked nutritious meals and snacks served. This...
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Ely's Daycare

5673 W Higgins Ave Chicago, IL

We promote welcoming families from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We also believe that children thrive on structure and exciting new ways to discover the world around them. We provide a safe and healthy environment that works with social, cognitive, fine and gross motor skills. Looking forward to meeting you. Monday-Friday...
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Sharon's Daycare

6154 N.Odell Chicago, IL

Hi, I have a small home daycare where the kids get great one on one attention. I live in Edison Park near O'Hare right off I90. My house is one block from Edison Park School. With over 13 years experience from daycare teacher with Infant's, toddler and preschool care. Experience with Special needs children CPR and CNA...
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A Step Ahead Day Care

1242 W. 73rd Place Chicago, IL

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I am a group-daycare provider and I have an associates degree in early childhood education. We provide a safe and loving environment, with a learning atmosphere. We are open 7 days a week, including night-care. We accept payments through Action for Children and we provide transportation for the surrounding Southside area.
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Total Child Development Home Care Center

9219 S. Lasalle St Chicago, IL

At the Total Childcare Development Home Care Center, children learn and make sense of their world around them. Our day care offers activities and learning plan that enriches the children's early experience. We view our center as a therapeutic experience providing a safe and consistent base for a daily positive experience in...
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Angela C.

1507 East 53rd Street 808 Chicago, IL

I am a stay-at-home mom available for back-up morning care and school drop off in the Hyde Park area. I am available beginning at 7 a.m. My home is a home school environment so if your child needs to study or finish up homework that is fine. I live near Murray Language Academy. Many of the Classical and Gifted school children's...
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FAQs for finding nursery preschools near you in Chicago, IL

Choosing a nursery preschool near you in Chicago, IL for your child is an important decision to make, as this will be the first time your little one is attending school. Doing research ahead of time can help you find a nursery preschool that meets all of your expectations. Research nursery schools in your area and read reviews from other parents to get an idea of the quality and track record each nursery offers. Talk to the staff member or director at each nursery you visit and observe the classroom environment to ensure that the nursery follows good practices related to safety, cleanliness and curriculum. Once you have determined which nursery will best suit your needs, schedule a tour for you and your child so that they feel comfortable with their new surroundings before starting school.

When choosing a nursery preschool for your child near you in Chicago, IL, there are several key factors to keep in mind. Look for a nursery school that provides a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment so your child feels comfortable learning and exploring. It's also important to ensure the nursery preschool offers stimulating and age-appropriate activities that stimulate their cognitive, emotional and behavioral development. Ultimately, the best nursery preschool should prioritize your child's wellbeing by encouraging healthy academic habits while forming positive relationships with other kids and educators.

The average hourly rate that nursery preschools near you in Chicago, IL charge per hour is $0.00. Nursery preschools offer a variety of learning and play opportunities for young children. Structured activities such as circle time, stories, crafts, music and movement, dramatic play, science experiments and outdoor play nurture young minds in big and small ways. Some nursery preschools even offer their own library for children to borrow books from. By advocating developmentally appropriate practices and offering stimulating activities tailored to your child's age and interests, nursery preschools help your little one get ready for formal education in the future.

Nursery preschools near you in Chicago, IL are designed to help young children develop important cognitive, language and social skills they will need in school and throughout their lives. These early childhood education centers feature experienced teachers and a stimulating, safe learning environment. Research has shown that nursery schools offer many benefits for both children and parents alike; from increased self-confidence and communication skills, to greater understanding of numbers, colors, and shapes. They also give kids a chance to interact with other children their own age which can help them understand the concept of sharing and teamwork. Parents may find nursery preschool programs beneficial too since they can provide much-needed respite or an outlet for creative activities for youngsters.

All nursery preschools on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any nursery preschools who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. A CareCheck is a great jumping off point, but we strongly recommend that you do your own due diligence. When choosing a nursery preschool near you in Chicago, IL, it is important to be thorough in your research. Ask other parents for recommendations and take advantage of online reviews and ratings. Additionally, visit the nursery preschools if these visits are allowed, or contact them with questions relevant to their care approach. The nursery should have high safety standards to protect the children from any potential dangers and appropriate policies on disciplinary approaches and health management. Choosing a nursery school also means learning about their curriculum; don’t forget to ask about their educational plans as well as any special activities they may offer. Finally, the nursery preschool staff will play a big role in the quality of care provided so it's essential that they are competent and friendly towards both children and parents.

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