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Pre-K Schools in Lake Zurich, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 32 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 ..

Home Sweet Home Childcare

I've been coming to Mary for years through multiple pregnancies... She has raised my kids like her own...

- Michael B

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to...

- Jackie B.

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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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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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Home Sweet Home Childcare

1384 Windsor Lane Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
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...

Michael B says "I've been coming to Mary for years through multiple pregnancies... She has raised my kids like her own..."

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Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

26747 W. Apple Tree Lane Barrington, IL

5.0(2)
Apple Tree Preschool and Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility in Barrington, Illinois. My name is Diane Scardino, I have been providing licensed childcare for 25 years. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education and I am a member of local childcare associations. My assistant and I are trained in CPR and First...

Jackie B. says "I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita...

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Lisa H

1276 Chesterfield Ln. Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
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...

Lisa S. says "We have been coming here for 2 years and feel like a part of her family. My kids have learned so much and everyday have wonderful stories to tell about...

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Poko Loko Early Learning Center

1601 Northwind Boulevard Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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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Child care
Moriah Early Childhood Center is an early childhood education provider located in Deerfield, Illinois. The center serves children ages six weeks through pre-kindergarten, providing them an educational program based on Reggio Emilia curriculum, seamed with Jewish values and traditions. The unique program coupled with the center's...
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CREATIVE LEARNING MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1410 S BARRINGTON RD BARRINGTON, IL

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Located in Barrington, Illinois, Creative Learning Montessori School provides Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs with excellence in education and childcare through a dedication to academic, social, and emotional growth. Creative Learning Montessori serves its families with both Early Childhood and Elementary School programs. Early...
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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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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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Mundelein Montessori School

1401 South Lake Street Mundelein, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
We warmly welcome you and your child to Mundelein Montessori School. We understand the great amount of trust you place in us when you enroll your child and strive to create an environment in which your child will thrive. It is the goal of the school to meet the developmental needs of each child - social, emotional, physical,...
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JFH Academy

1001 Oak Avenue Prospect Heights, IL

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 2 more
Our Nationally Accredited private school offers the Creative Curriculum Program a very developmental, hands-on early childhood educational program for children age six weeks thru five years. We also have a private grade school servicing Kindergarten thru primary grades. The school is located in Prospect Heights on five acres of...
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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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Celebration Child Care Center

29700 N Saint Marys Rd Libertyville, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 experiential opportunity in a...
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Children's House of Libertyville

223 W Golf Rd Libertyville, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Children's House of Libertyville is an educational childcare program provider that serves infants through kindergarten children. It offers a Montessori education that gives the children freedom to work at their own pace, working alone or with others while developing their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual skills....
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Flower Garden Day Care Center

2420 E Rand Rd Arlington Heights, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Flower Garden Day Care Center located at 2420 East Rand Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from...
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CHILDRENS HOME & AIDE SOCIETY

2045 S Arlington Heights Rd Ste 113c Arlington Heights, IL

Child care
Preschool
Children's Home & Aide Society in Arlington Heights, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center for children from infants to pre-kindergarten. 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.
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thrown elements pottery

260 N. Evergreen Ave. Arlington Heights, IL

Do something radical this summer Clay camps at Thrown Elements Pottery are fun, energetic, artistic and experiential outlets for children ages 5-17. Each session focuses on different age-appropriate projects and teaches new skills based on the theme. Sign up for as many sessions as you'd like--there's always something new and...
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Magic Island

1141 N Arlington Heights Rd Buffalo Grove, IL

Child care
Magic Island is a child care facility that provides daycare and educational programs for toddlers to kindergarten children who are 15 months old to six years old. Located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the company’s mission is to encourage children’s natural curiosity and address their age-specific developmental needs.
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Language Stars

111A N Arlington Heights Rd. Arlington Heights, IL

Preschool
Language Stars in Arlington Heights, IL is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways.The center provide care for kids from Toddlers, Preschool, and K-5th Graders.
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Lake Zurich, IL

Pre-k programs in Lake Zurich, 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 Lake Zurich, 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 Lake Zurich, 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 Lake Zurich, 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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