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The Village Home Daycare

5.0

Miss Kelly is amazing! I feel safe when I drop my baby off with her. She sends pictures and updates so I know what my little bit is doing throughout the day. It helps so much that I can see my son happy and that I don't have to worry about him because I know he is in a loving envirnment.

- Kelly B

Alvin And The Chipmunks

5.0

Ms Anjeza has been the teacher of my two boys. She has had them since they were infants and she always has been so compassionate and loving. The drop of was so easy and it was melting my heart how they loved her and how she was treating them with love, but the hardest time was the pick up, sometimes...

- Christine S

Learning Ladder Academy

5.0

Learning Ladder is an excellent home-based childcare center to send your child. My child has been attending since he was six months old and since that time, I have watched him exceed his milestones ahead of schedule. He's only 2 1/2 years old and he knows all of his alphabets and shapes, counts...

- Joy M

Treasure's Paradise

5.0

When Franklin was dropped off, he forgot all about his "blankee". The teachers are so engaging and he had the best time!

- Patrice

Smart Beginnings Childcare

5.0

Very helpful and friendly staff. The activities they do everyday are shared with you through an app that is also used to easily communicate with the staff. My children have been going to Smart Beginnings for 2 years now and I have never had a problem that wasn't easily resolved. And even those are...

- Richard L

Preschools in Aurora, IL

The Village Home Daycare

The Village Home Daycare

4074 Heinz Dr., Aurora, IL

Costimate: $228/wk

5.0

(1)

Hi! My name is Kelly! I am a 41 year old mother that owns and operates my own home daycare. My rates are reasonable and my hours are flexible. I am open five days a week and understand the non-typical work schedule that some parents have. When your child is with me, they will experience daily age...
5.0
"Miss Kelly is amazing! I feel safe when I drop my baby off with her. She sends pictures and updates so I know what my little bit is doing throughout the day. It helps so much that I can see my son happy and that I don't have to worry about him because I know he is...

Kelly B


Alvin And The Chipmunks

Alvin And The Chipmunks

2238 Grand Pointe Trail, Aurora, IL

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(1)

Home daycare! Part time and full time. Night care available too. Experienced preschool teacher. Continuing master program in Special Education. Ages from infants to 10 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and I am pursuing Master's degree in Special Education with the emphasis...
5.0
"Ms Anjeza has been the teacher of my two boys. She has had them since they were infants and she always has been so compassionate and loving. The drop of was so easy and it was melting my heart how they loved her and how she was treating them with love, but the...

Christine S


Learning Ladder Academy

3945 Nicholas Ct, Aurora, IL

Costimate: $221/wk

5.0

(3)

I am a licensed, home-based group daycare/preschool provider. I have a Masters degree in Education with a specialization in Child Development. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I continue my professional development by taking training workshops in child development, child safety, effective methods of...
5.0
"We have been attending Learning Ladder for 3 years now - two children 3yrs and 7mo. I highly recommend Ms. Angela, she provides a structured home based child care center, in a loving/learning environment. My daughter has had SO many positive experiences at...

Teresa M


Treasure's Paradise

Treasure's Paradise

Fox Valley Mall, Aurora, IL

Starting at $10/hr

5.0

(2)

Treasure's Paradise is a children's activity center in Fox Valley Mall. Our Adventures in the Mall program is a hourly drop-off, full and part-time weekly summer camp and preschool in the fall. We cater to children ages 2-12. Our teachers are trained, licensed, insured and excited to welcome your...
5.0
"My daughter came in the "secret door" and as soon as she started playing, she forgot that she was shy. The teachers are so engaging and they keep the kids busy!"

Tracey J


Smart Beginnings Childcare

Smart Beginnings Childcare

4105 Healthway Drive, Aurora, IL

Costimate: $221/wk

5.0

(2)

At Smart Beginnings child care we have the philosophy that "If a child can't learn the way we teach, we teach them the way they learn." We strive towards using our medical backgrounds to develop plans to nurture the mind, heart and the body of a child through education and physical activity. Our...
5.0
"Today I went for a tour of center with the director Marie Bill, it was simply beautiful and awesome. She was friendly and answered all my questions. I would definitely recommend this center to parents."

Christina


Lullabies to Learning

Lullabies to Learning

1022 Symphony Dr., Aurora, IL

Starting at $5/hr

5.0

(1)

Licensed in home childcare and preschool I have my type 03 teaching certificate, CPR/First Aid training, over 20 years experience working with children and I am DFCS licensed. I offer nutritious meals through the Il. food program. I have monthly themed lesson plans. I offer potty training,...
5.0
"I am so blessed to have found Miss Becky for my son! The first time we met her, my son took to her immediately and began playing right away. I could sense he trusted her which was a relief for us as parents. Miss Becky is very creative in her approach with child...

Samantha


MKH Early Education Center

MKH Early Education Center

3691 Darlene Ct, Aurora, IL

Starting at $20/hr

Quality child care and preschool education for ages newborn to 6 years. We have a year round curriculum in a small school setting to give individualized nurturing and attention. Our center is truly a community where we get to know each child and family that we care for. Breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks...

Woodland Adventures School

Woodland Adventures School

2302 Foxmoor Ln., Aurora, IL

Starting at $6/hr

Woodland Adventures School is a In-Home Daycare that provides the best childcare for your little adventurers. Providing a natural space for children to run, explore, jump, and most importantly to play. I tell all the parents to think of their favorite childhood memory; most would say that it was a...

Fox Valley Montessori

Fox Valley Montessori

850 N Commonwealth Ave, Aurora, IL

Starting at $980/mo

Fox Valley Montessori School is an accredited Montessori school for children from 18 months through 6th grade. Located off Indian Trail in West Aurora, the school recently celebrated 50 years in operation, and is deeply committed to providing a welcoming, caring Montessori education for children in...

La Petite Academy of Aurora, IL

La Petite Academy of Aurora, IL

2441 W Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning...

Two Rivers Head Start Agency--Aurora West Center

1455 Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL

Costimate: $169/wk

Aurora West Head Start Center is an early learning childcare center and preschool under Two Rivers Head Start Agency. It is located in Aurora, IL, and offers a national program that promotes Kindergarten readiness for children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. Our caring, degreed teachers at...

The Goddard School

949 Waterford Drive, Aurora, IL

Starting at $238/wk

The Goddard School located at 949 Waterford Drive, Aurora, 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 operates...

Blessed Beginnings Preschool Inc

2200 Ridge Ave, Aurora, IL

Starting at $130/mo

Blessed Beginnings Preschool Inc. provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Aurora, Illinois, for kids from two to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their...

Montessori Children's Garden

Montessori Children's Garden

2300 Montgomery Rd., Aurora, IL

Starting at $261/wk

Montessori Children's Garden was one of the first in the Fox Valley area, currently celebrating our 18th year. We offer toddler, preschool, kindergarten and extended care for families looking for a school with hours available for working parents. From half day to full day to extended care, our...

All About Kids Montessori

485 N Commons Dr, Aurora, IL

Starting at $8700/hr

Established in 1998, All About Kids Montessori offers childcare and preschool programs. The school uses the Montessori philosophy that leads to the development of a child’s strong sense of self-esteem, dignity, independence, self-direction, and awareness of the community. It is located in Aurora,...

Hometown Child Care

1679 Town Center St., Aurora, IL

Starting at $145/wk

Hometown Child Care located at 1679 Town Center Street, Aurora, Illinois, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school...

Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center

1144 E Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL

Starting at $125/wk

Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center located at 1144 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, Illinois, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school operates from six-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten...

Aurora Child Development Center

60 S Lincoln Ave, Aurora, IL

Starting at $220/wk

Aurora Child Development Center located in Aurora, IL provides high-quality childcare and preschool for children between the ages of six weeks and five years old. The school opens Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM and offers Infants, Toddlers, Twos, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2...

EWC Lighthouse Daycare

EWC Lighthouse Daycare

22 N Highlnd Ave, Aurora, IL

Starting at $80/wk

Fall Deal - No registration fee. Servicing kids ages 2 to Pre-K (2 -5). Part time care in two sessions Mon-Fri. 1st session 9 am to 12 pm. 2nd Session 2 pm to 6 pm. We offer: Low child/staff ratios, more one on one care. Benefits of a big center program without the big center...

His Grace Academy

His Grace Academy

1500 N. Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL

Starting at $200/wk

At His Grace Academy we believe in the uniqueness of culture and love of individuality. We are committed to an excellence and fun learning experience. We provide a clean, beautiful, safe and secure environment for children ages 6 weeks - 6 years old and we also provide a before and after school care...

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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Preschools in Aurora, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.