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Pre-K Schools in Chicago, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 107 listed pre-k schools

Children Count Child Care

My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to

- Renee J.

Ms Doras Home Daycare

My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter have been going to Ms Dora's since my daughter was about 3 months old. I remember getting a little...

- Samantha B

EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

I have 2 kids attending, one has been there for a while and the other will be starting soon. The staff is fantastic and they have a great...

- Rob ..

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Children Count Child Care

5304 S. Wallace Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
I have over 15 years exp. I will partner with parents to meet their specific needs. I work with a diverse culture and meet a variety of special needs. I work a creative curriculum and focus on teaching pre-k skills to provide academic, social and emotional needs. I have been licensed by DHS for 11yrs, CPR and First Aid...

Renee J. says "My experience here was a great one, clean, friendly, the children was happy and well attended to"

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Ms Doras Home Daycare

1042 S Mayfield Chicago, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Ms. Dora has been caring for children for over 10 years. While working with kids, we give them time for free play but most importantly we teach them everything they need in order to excel in kindergarten. The primary language spoken in the daycare is Spanish so they will quickly and easily be able to communicate in a second...

Samantha B says "My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter have been going to Ms Dora's since my daughter was about 3 months old. I remember getting a little teary...

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EDGEWATER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

5244 N LAKEWOOD AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$255/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
Edgewater Early Learning Center is a NAEYC & ExceleRate Illinois Gold rated center located 0.4 miles from the CTA Argyle Red line Station. We cater to the individual needs of each child, family and community within our care. There is a unique sense of family-centered care that truly supports the whole child while meeting the...

Rob .. says "I have 2 kids attending, one has been there for a while and the other will be starting soon. The staff is fantastic and they have a great center. I trust...

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GAN SHALOM

3480 N LAKE SHORE DR CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Opened in 1981, Gan Shalom is Temple Sholom of Chicago’s premiere Early Childhood Education Center. We provide an enriched educational experience devoted to laying the foundation for lifelong learning and strengthening family life through the transmission of Jewish values and traditions through play. Gan Shalom’s Early Childhood...

Jennifer D. says "Gan Shalom is a wonderful, warm, caring environment for my children. I know when I drop them off they are in great hands!"

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LITTLE LEADERS OF TOMORROW DAY CARE CENTERS

301 N. Mayfield Ave. CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
We believe every child deserves a strong foundation to grow, learn, and thrive. Serving children from 6 weeks through 5 years to include preschool, kindergarten, as well as before- and after-school programs for school-age children ages 6–12. To further support working families, LLOT provides extended aftercare services from...

Frank T. says "The staff is very friendly. They are great!"

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BUCKTOWN ACADEMY

1903 N MILWAUKEE AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Day Care
+ 2 more
Bucktown Academy is a nature-based program for children ages two through five. We provide a high-quality early childhood educational experience where children are prepared academically and socially for kindergarten. At Bucktown Academy, we believe that children learn through play within a structured, child-centered environment;...

Care Member says "Our family couldn’t be happier with our experience at Bucktown Academy over the past 18 months. Within just a few weeks of starting, our friends and...

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PLAYCATION LLC

1367 W CHICAGO AVE Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We offer pay-by-the-hour Playcare for children ages 1-10. Currently, Hourly Playcare can be booked as far as 60 days out or scheduled same day, just 2 hours in advance. So you have the option to plan ahead or book for your last minute needs. Whether your regular provider isn't available, or you're just looking for a fun...

Symone H. says "My kids always come here and have a blast! We've been here several times and it's always a great experience. I actually can't get my kids to leave when...

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Creative Development Child Care, Inc.

10049 S Carpenter St Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Thank you for taking time to visit our profile! We are not babysitters, but child care professionals and educators. At Creative Development Child Care we partner with parents to promote the development of each child. We provide a preschool learning environment in a safe, loving and nurturing home. Our goal is for each child...

KeShaun H says "Highly recommended!! Very clean and structured. Really helped my son along with reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. My son is now in a private...

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Fantasy Island Schools For Kids

6100 N MILWAUKEE AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Fantasy Island Schools for kids, LLC is a multilingual daycare, pre-k, & kindergarten childcare center. We are a multilingual program with a robust and collaborative curriculum optimized for education as well as socialization. We provide healthy meals COOKED FRESH DAILY and offer impeccably clean facilities. We utilize a custom...

Olga K. says "Really good school! My kids love it, the food is great. We love this school and we won't leave it."

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The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop)

776 W QUINCY ST CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
More than just daycare, The Goddard School located in Chicago offers a child care program that nurtures a lifelong love of learning by providing dedicated teachers in a private preschool setting. From learning how to communicate with sign language and using problem-solving skills while playing chess, Goddard helps children...
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The Premier Child Care Centers- Near The Pier

540 N LAKE SHORE DR CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Near The Pier Child Development Center is dedicated to the development of young minds. Servicing children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years old, our principle goal is to produce highly esteemed and educated students who grow into life-long learners. By providing a liberal academic program with essential extra-curricular...
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Kids Work Chicago

3429 N CALIFORNIA AVE CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
A child care and early education center where loving caregivers create a safe place for young children to explore, interact, and express themselves during the most crucial years of their development, doing the work of play and discovery that boosts brains and brings joy for learning. With a blended curriculum for milestones from...
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Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent

226 E. Illinois Chicago, IL

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. This location offers both English and full Spanish immersion programs. Your child will also take advantage of the beautiful, new and well...
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Chicago Commons Association/NIA Family Center

744 N. Monticello Ave. Chicago, IL

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Since its inception, innovation has been at the core of Chicago Commons approach to early childhood education. We have pioneered child centered curricula within communities of highest need, and engaged parents and families in supporting and championing their children's education. Chicago Commons opened one of the first...
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Guidepost Montessori at Wicker Park

1530 N. Damen Chicago, IL

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Welcome to Guidepost Montessori, conveniently located in the heart of Wicker Park. Your child will blossom when engaged in child-directed learning within a knowledge- rich environment. Your child will also take advantage of the beautiful, new and well prepared classrooms, indoor gross motor area, child-sized chef kitchen and...
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Dynasty Children

7207 S. Perry Ave 2 Chicago, IL

Our program is licensed, CPR, and First Aid certified, and home-based! We pride ourselves in teaching the children basic skills so they are ready to enter kindergarten when they leave us. Your child will know how to count, see and recognize the letters of the alphabet, how to ties their shoes, zip, snap and button, their address...
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Alliance Francaise

810 N Dearborn Chicago, IL

Child care
Preschool
Prepare your child for the start of their scholastic journey with the added benefit of French Immersion. We cover developmental learning processes that jump-start your child's education on their way to kindergarten. At the Alliance Francaise de Chicago, we believe that each child should receive individual attention as well as...
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SCHOOL OF LIFE PRESCHOOL

5501 S LA SALLE ST CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Day Care
A place that will give your child the opportunity to learn and grow through a fun and engaging curriculum: letters, colors, pre-math (numbers, shapes, sorting, counting), music, rhyming, matching, opposites, health, science, art, self-esteem, language development, and social/life skills. We can assure you that your 3-year-old...
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Sunnyside Daycare

3542 W Sunnyside Ave Chicago, IL

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
We are a fully licensed Childcare facility with programs for Pre-K (2-4 years), Kindergarten (5-6 years) and Before/After-School (7-12 years). We are open from 6am to 6pm and highly qualified and well-trained staff members. We are certified in CPR, adult, child and Infant first aid care. We work with ages from 2 years to 12...
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Cambridge Nanny Group is a first of it?s kind full-service nanny and domestice agency offering Virtual Introductions to clients as the first step in the hiring process. View prerecorded videos of pre-qualified �and �screened candidates personally matched to your family from your computer, iPad, or iPhone- 24/7 ?...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Chicago, IL

Pre-k programs in Chicago, IL offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Chicago, IL, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Chicago, IL typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Chicago, IL programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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