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3090 W MAIN ST ST CHARLES, IL

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19 mi

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Everbrook Academy of St. Charles is a trusted daycare and preschool in St. Charles, IL, offering child care programs and summer camp. We provide full-time and part-time enrollment, as well as drop-in care options to support your family’s schedule. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, offers live streaming video, real-time updates, photos, and more to keep you connected throughout the day. Schedule a tour at 3090 W. Main Street to see how we help children feel confident, supported, and…
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Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and families and provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. The communication from teachers and admin is wonderful as well! We are excited for all of our children to attend Everbrook."

2651 WOODWARD DR ST CHARLES, IL

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19 mi

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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.
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Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls. Highly recommend!"
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4540 W ALGONQUIN RD LK IN THE HLS, IL

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19 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Lake In The Hills, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Lake In The Hills, IL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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4099 W ALGONQUIN RD ALGONQUIN, IL

20 mi

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We proudly serve the Algonquin, Lake of the Hills, Huntley, and Crystal Lake communities. At Cadence Academy Preschool in Algonquin, Illinois, we want everyone to make the most of childhood, which is why we make it a priority to ensure extraordinary care for the children we serve, as well as offer a unique, early childhood education experience for each student who walks through our doors. We are proud to lead the way in preparing children for kindergarten. Through our specialized curriculum…
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2425 Bethany Road Suite D E Sycamore, IL

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Two Rivers Head Start Sycamore Center offers a national preschool program that promotes Kindergarten readiness for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. Head Start programs are FREE to income-eligible families, and strive to foster the social and cognitive development of children through education, nutrition, health, and social services. Caring, degreed teachers provide an exceptional learning experience for your children, in a safe, nurturing environment. Nutritious meals and snacks…
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1778 W STATE ST STE C SYCAMORE, IL

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Clair C. says "Note - This message originated from outside Care.com My son has attended OUAC since November 2019. At that time he started in the Toddler 2 class and has worked his way through the different levels of Pre-K until he graduated Pre-K 3 this Spring. We have been exceptionally happy with the care and education he has received from all of his teachers at OUAC. He recently took a Kindergarten readiness assessment at his future school and we were told that his writing and math…

201 WALNUT ST GENOA, IL

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5 mi

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Walnut Street Daycare Center opened in August 2011. It is a licensed facility, meeting or exceeding all of the standards set by the Department of Child and Family Services. D.C.F.S, the DeKalb County Health Department, IL State Food Program and the State Fire Marshall make regular monitoring visits to our Center. We are members of the Genoa Chamber of Commerce and 4-C. Walnut Street Daycare Center was created to meet the increasing need for quality child care in the growing Genoa and…
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Penny F. says "Im am in love with this daycare they have helped out so much the cirriculum they have taught my grandchild has helped so much even through covid! they are my heroes im going to cry when my grandaughter leaves for Kindergarten they are just amazing i havent had one bad experience at all with them"
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511 RUSSELL RD DEKALB, IL

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7 mi

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Established in 1998, Little Lambs strives to provide a quality education for children in order to prepare them for school years ahead, academically, socially and spiritually. Little Lambs strives to provide opportunities for children to learn in many ways. Programming encourages respect of others while fostering a sense of responsibility for oneself and individual actions that helps prepare each child for the school years ahead. Small class size (5:1 ratio) allows for children’s needs to be…
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Kasidi D. says "I really appreciate the student to teacher ratio. The amount of different activities and field trips the kids could take and do was awesome! We attended 4 years! "
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530 Charter St. DeKalb, IL

9 mi

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Our program offers child care for 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We are licensed by DCFS. We provide developmentally appropriate care by loving, caring teachers. A unique feature of our center is an exercise program that will be offered daily. We will also provide daily music &amp; movement, sensory, arts and crafts, and outside time.
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1379 Beachview Rd Pingree Grove, IL

9 mi

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201 E Washington Malta, IL

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13 mi

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Imagination Child Care is an eco friendly early childhood learning center located in Malta, Illinois. We are state licensed and certified by OEC to be eco friendly. Whenever possible we use environmentally friendly and toxin free products to reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals and create a safe and healthy environment. Imagination Child Care groups mixed age children together to provide them the opportunity to learn and grow in a family style environment. We offer programs for…
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Courtney M says "All four of my children LOVE Jen! During breaks they'll ask when they get to go back! My family and I could not be more happy that we can find someone so amazing to watch over our kids!"

201 E Washington St. Malta, IL

13 mi

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Imagination Child Care is an Eco-friendly early childhood learning center located in malta, IL. We are state licensed and certified by OEC to be Eco-friendly. Whenever possible we use environmentally friendly and toxin free products to reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals and create a safe and healthy environment. Imagination child Care groups mixed age children together to provide them with the opportunity to learn and grow in a family style environment. We offer programs for…

40W170 LAFOX RD ST CHARLES, IL

16 mi

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Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool, Campton Hills in Saint Charles, IL. We are located at the corner of Lafox Road and Route 64 and are proud to provide an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. If you need loving daycare for your new little one or if you’re looking for a preschool that will prepare your child for success in kindergarten, you’ve come to the right place! Our proprietary preschool programming is designed to help you make the most of your…
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2801 Genna Street Belvidere, IL

18 mi

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CHILD CARE WITH PRESCHOOL FOR ONE REASONABLE RATE 1 full time opening for a child age 6 weeks - 5 years old Before / After school openings for children who attend Washington Academy in Belvidere, IL I am a certified teacher and loving mom who has 26 years experience working with and teaching children. I taught elementary school for 10 years before opening my child care business in 2008. I have helped run a summer child care program and after-school program. I am licensed and run a…

69 N. Aldine St. Elgin, IL

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Two Rivers Head Start Elgin West Center offers a national preschool program that promotes Kindergarten readiness for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. Head Start programs are FREE to income-eligible families, and strive to foster the social and cognitive development of children through education, nutrition, health, and social services. Caring, degreed teachers provide an exceptional learning experience for your child, in a safe, nurturing environment. Nutritious meals and snacks…
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2496 Bushwood Dr Elgin, IL

20 mi

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Welcome to The Goddard School in Elgin! Our award-winning preschool is conveniently located near the I-90 and Randall Road interchange. As the proud owner and parent of Goddard graduates,our playful atmosphere, enrichment programs and outstanding faculty help foster a love of learning. Through playful STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) learning activities, we help children develop innovation and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for success in school and in…
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11N415 Hunter Trail Elgin, IL

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20 mi

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My name is Christine. I am a mom of six children and I home schooled all of them. I am a licensed daycare located in Elgin, west of Randall Rd. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I also teach a full preschool curriculum during school year, piano, and have circle time with the little ones singing and playing little instruments. We do many crafts and read lots of books! We love playing games and spending a lot of time outside playing. I work to help children build self-confidence and self-esteem as a…
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Blaine W. says "We interviewed with Chris to take care of our 3 month old. We were very impressed with her, her daycare atmosphere and the program she offered. The only reason we chose not to use her was that she was a little bit out of the way for our commute to work but would definitely consider her again if our situation changed."

126 Wall St Geneva, IL

20 mi

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I opened my daycare home in February, 2016. I provide a safe, fun and friendly home environment for your child. I live in the home where I was raised with 9 siblings and where I raised my son. I have loved being around children my whole life. Besides caring for her own children, my mother did daycare for over 35 years. As we got older, we helped with our younger siblings and the daycare children. As an adult, I was her paid assistant from 1982-1985 until I started my first daycare home. I have…

1400 Hill Road Geneva, IL

20 mi

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We are an early childhood center where children will experience positive development through constructive play activities, academics, as well as social science in preparation for elementary school and the world around us. We cater to families with children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Kindergarten, before school care, after school care, and summer camp programs available.
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1182 Sweetwater Lake in the Hills, IL

21 mi

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LICENSED IN HOME CHILDCARE &amp; PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Preschool curriculum provided, circle time, art, music, exploration, science, math and large motor/outdoor activities. Structured preschool program, adjusted to each child's individual needs. One on one developmental program, proven success. Great with children, from infants to school age! Loving home environment, family atmosphere, relaxed, fun, fun, fun! 18+ years experience early education teacher, BA degree. FOOD: Lunch and two…

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

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4609 - Everbrook Academy of St. Charles

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships…

- Kayla S.

Kiddie Academy of St. Charles

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care…

- Natalie V.

7003 - La Petite Academy of Lake In The Hills

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…

- Carla C.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Sycamore, IL

Pre-k programs in Sycamore, 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 Sycamore, 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 Sycamore, 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 Sycamore, 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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