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Pre-K Schools in Grayslake, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 30 listed pre-k schools

YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

There staff is very thoughtful and considerate. Very nurturing g environment and give lots of one on one time. Large rooms and lots of...

- Jane ..

Poko Loko Early Learning Center

My husband and I visited and interviewed a handful of childcare centers earlier in the year in preparation for our first child. We initially...

- Heather H.

Kid Success

My grandchildren went to Kidsuccess and it was a lovely and formative experience for them. I recommend the place highly

- James D

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Home Sweet Home Childcare

1384 Windsor Lane Grayslake, IL

State license verified

Home Sweet Home Child Care is a Licensed Day Care Home that takes pride in providing a home away from home for your child while you're away. We promote a happy, healthy, and loving environment filled with manners and respect so the children can thrive, grow, and learn. My goal is to prepare the kids for Kindergarten which is...
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Lisa H

1276 Chesterfield Ln. Grayslake, IL

I have been a child care provider for 20 years and love what I do. I have two children of my own, ages 23 years old and 20 years old. I offer a preschool program for all kids.I am using the High Reach Learning system and am very happy with what my kids are learning. I have had kids go to kindergarten all ready reading. I offer...
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Child care
Preschool
Tiny Treasures Preschool is an early education provider located in Grayslake, Illinois. It uses an individual approach towards its students. It is a Christian preschool developed by the Wildwood Presbyterian Church. Its curriculum aims to cater to every child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs, as well...
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Lana's In-home Daycare

33517 N. Greentree Grayslake, IL

Hi! I am a fun, loving, hands-on, stay at home mom to an 8 month old baby girl, and am seeking an additional child to watch in my home M-F 7:30-4:30 staring in August. I prefer a teacher's schedule, and will not be open for winter and spring break, as well as summer break. We do tons of playing in my home, fun kid friendly...
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YOUNG AT HEART CENTER INC.

610 PETERSON RD LIBERTYVILLE, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Family owned since 1989 At Young at Heart Center, we are singularly devoted to giving your child the best possible environment to develop basic socialization skills. Your child can enjoy exciting recreational activities and acquire learning skills that prepare them for kindergarten and elementary school. Our 40-acre private...

Jane .. says "There staff is very thoughtful and considerate. Very nurturing g environment and give lots of one on one time. Large rooms and lots of activities and well...

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The Learning Tree Childcare

735 Ela Rd Lake Zurich, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Nationally accredited childcare for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten and before and after school care with an all day summer camp program for ages 2 and older.
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Christine Lamberti

2248 Masters Lane Round Lake Beach, IL

State license verified

Hi , I'm Christine Lamberti, I have a been a home day care provider for over 28 years. I have a semi-structured program. We do everything a preschool does. All my children are kindergarten ready when it's time for them to take that big step. We write numbers, letters, we make arts and crafts, we dance, sing and have free...
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Poko Loko Early Learning Center

1601 Northwind Boulevard Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 quality, individualized child...

Heather H. says "My husband and I visited and interviewed a handful of childcare centers earlier in the year in preparation for our first child. We initially laughed at...

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Kid Success

218 Washington St Ingleside, IL

5.0(1)
KIDSUCCESS located in Ingleside, IL is an innovative child care and learning facility providing quality care for children between the ages of six weeks and twelve years old. The center offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Before and After School Care, and Summer Camp programs.

James D says "My grandchildren went to Kidsuccess and it was a lovely and formative experience for them. I recommend the place highly"

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Steppingstone Montessori School

101 S Beck Rd Lindenhurst, IL

5.0(1)
Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
We are a traditional Montessori preschool and Kindergarten serving children from 3 through 6 years old. 3,4, or 5 Half Day Morning, Extended Day and Before and After School Care programs are offered Monday-Friday.

Paula F. says "I didn't know very much about the Montessori method at first. The Directresses are great, my children loved it. Very low turnover in staff. Montessori is a...

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Skylar's Spectacular Summer

4126 Three Lakes Dr. Long Grove, IL

I'm offering summer daycare at my home in Long Grove, IL. I am a sophomore pre-med student at Northwestern University majoring in Neuroscience. I have decided to spend this summer hosting a children's day camp. I am certified in basic life support (BLS), first aid, asthma and inhaler protocol, as well as Epi-Pen protocol. I am...
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Valerie Herbst

610 Brooking Ct Lake Villa, IL

I offer safe, loving and educational care, in a very loving home environment! In the past 5 years I've watched 3 boys till it was time for them to go off to school. All from the same wonderful family. Now, the twins I watch are going to pre-K and I'm ready to begin a new chapter! I have 2 girls myself in elementary school and a...
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Long Grove Country School

20400 N Old Hicks Rd Long Grove, IL

Child care
Preschool
Long Grove Country School offers programs for preschool, junior kindergarten, and kindergarten. The school provides children with a safe and nurturing environment that supports their complete development. Long Grove Country School also offers enrichment classes and summer camp program that enhance the children's early...
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Serendipity Child Care Center

35274 N Us Highway 12 Ingleside, IL

Child care
Preschool
Serendipity Child Care Center in Ingleside, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and summer program and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's...
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Patti-Cake Child Care Center & Preschool

1298 S Milwaukee Ave Libertyville, IL

Child care
Preschool
Patti-Cake Child Care Center & Preschool takes pride in an environment that provides a positive experience for children both academically and socially. Their philosophy in child care is child-centered and oriented toward future educational, social and academic success. They make learning fun while teaching the fundamentals...
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Lighthouse Discovery School

3405 Meadow Crest Cir Gurnee, IL

Child care
Preschool
Established in 2011, Lighthouse Discovery School provides early childhood education to the community in Gurnee, Illinois. Their goal is to build a strong foundation for the child and enhance a successful and confident transition into grade school. Programs offered are childcare, preschool, and kindergarten.
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Learning Tree

550 Newport Ct Island Lake, IL

Child care
Preschool
Learning Tree is a childcare provider that serves the community of Island Lake IL. It offers a safe and nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate equipment and activities that foster holistic development among infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartens. The center encourages self-growth by allowing children to...
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Lots of Tots Child Care

202 W Burnett Rd Island Lake, IL

Child care
Lots of Tots Child Care located in Island Lake Illinois is a licensed childcare center that provides a nurturing environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, pre-kindergartens, and school age children. The center is presently licensed to accommodate 54 children.
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Nature Walk Montessori School

200 Footpath Lane Round Lake, IL

Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Kindergarten
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Montessori - Environmental education - preschool and kindergarten - Elementary and Home School Resource Center - Spanish.
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Matigian PreSchool

103 Center St Libertyville, IL

Child care
Preschool
Matigian Pre School in Libertyville, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children of all ages and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Grayslake, IL

Pre-k programs in Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, 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 Grayslake, 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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