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Recent preschool reviews in Chester, IL
SMART START LLC
5.0
SMART START Young Learners is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Miss Mary and Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us! The communication is superb. We...
- Tracy K
NEW HAVEN DAY SCHOOL
5.0
Can't say enough good things about this place. The teachers, the location, the families, and most of all the love!! Everyone loves being there; even the students.
- Stephanie G
Discovery Learning Center
5.0
DLC is the best!! I went to DLC from when I was two years old until the end of sixth grade. The teachers are so patient, caring, and kind. They emphasize exploration based play and truly care about every aspect of development. I loved every one of my years there and would come come at the end of...
- Laurel
Love You Little One Daycare
5.0
We love Love You Little One Daycare. Both of my kids love Miss Kim and the daycare. They look forward to going each day. The singing, the crafts, the learning... all wonderful. She does curriculum when the kids are old enough and they learn so much. Her love of the kids and her passion for taking...
- Jessica S
Kribs2Kids Academy Fairdale
5.0
Kribs2Kids Academy has been our childcare center and preschool for the last 6+ months. We have been extremely satisfied with the service they provide for our two children -- curriculum, cleanliness, professionalism, activity centers and playground are all spot on.
FYI - we moved from another...
SMART START is a licensed preschool providing our young learners with quality education, enrichment and care.
5.0
"My Daughter has attended Smart Start for over a year and I could not rave more about the quality of care and education they provide. I work in education and have continually been blown away by how Mary and Francesca create their curriculum and structure their...
We offer a developmentally appropriate part day preschool program for children 9 months to Pre-K. We offer Pre-K Enrichment for the half day program at Carnegie Elementary. We also offer an After School program for Carnegie Elementary through 5th grade.
5.0
"Our child attended New Haven for three years starting when she was just over a year. This school is excellent. The teachers are well-qualified and very available to the parents. The teacher to student ratio is small, so your child will get the attention they...
Discovery Learning Center in Fair Oaks is a company that offers preschool, kindergarten, and school-age programs. Discovery Learning Center uses the Small Group curriculum, which assigns each child to a specific age group depending on their developmental readiness. Classes are maintained with a...
5.0
"DLC is the best!! I went to DLC from when I was two years old until the end of sixth grade. The teachers are so patient, caring, and kind. They emphasize exploration based play and truly care about every aspect of development. I loved every one of my years there...
We are an Early Learning Center located in Sterling. We enroll infants, toddlers, Preschool, & Pre-K. We offer a hybrid program comprising traditional Preschool & Montessori. Our staff is great with children and is CPR & First Aid certified. Call us to schedule a tour.
5.0
"Ms. Kim's daycare has been just a joy for our two little ones. She provides the best of both worlds in terms of daycare- the smaller in-home personal care along with the professional educational daycare setting with daily routine that the kids really respond to....
Kribs2Kids Academy Fairdale has been operating this childcare facility previously known under another name since April, 2014.
We are open 12-months out of the year and provide before-school, after-school, preschool and toddler care for 2-10 years of age.
Kribs2Kids has been providing quality...
5.0
"Kribs2Kids Academy has been our childcare center and preschool for the last 6+ months. We have been extremely satisfied with the service they provide for our two children -- curriculum, cleanliness, professionalism, activity centers and playground are all spot...
Brookhaven was founded by Dr. Bruce Huang, a MIT Alumnus and a lifetime advocate for early education.
TEACHERS:
Brookhaven's teaching staffs are well qualified teachers with a minimum of an accredited bachelor degree. Our teaching staffs included doctoral, master, and bachelor graduates, and...
5.0
"I am so thankful to the teachers and staff at Brookhaven Academy. My daughter grows healthily at this school in the past 3.5 years. She loves the teachers very much. She has a lot of fun learning new things like taekwondo, art and science. It is so blessing to...
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience, serving children from 6 weeks to Kindergarten and offering a before and after school program.
As The Leader in Educational Child Care , Primrose partners with parents to help children build the...
I have CDA and first aid CPR certifications and I have 45 hour of infant and toddler. I have 90 hour with preschoolers. I worked with Montessori school more than six years. I love to work with kids, its more than a daycare I prepared the kids for school. I work on gross motor skill and gross motor...
5.0
"I started with Sadia when she first opened Little Sprouts and have sent each one of my children (3 boys) to her until they started elementary school. She is educated, knowledgeable, and manages to always find the fine balance between academic enrichment and fun...
Miss Patti's Daycare is 'simply the best' for your child. Here, you will find a loving, comforting home environment filled with activities that promote your child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
With 30 years of childcare experience and 17 years in the home daycare...
5.0
"We were with Miss Patti's daycare for over 3 years! She cared for both of our kids and is like family to us! We were so sad to leave when preschool came around! My 3 year old still asks daily if she gets to go see Miss Patti! High recommend her!!!"
New Hope Christian School in Keller, Texas is state licensed preschool and childcare program for children 18 months to pre-K children. They offer extremely flexible enrollment options to meet the needs of today's young families. They follow Concordia's One in Christ Chapel Curriculum to stimulate...
5.0
"Amazing and caring staff! Highly recommend, these teachers go above and beyond to make this school not only a friendly and fun learning environment, but also create deep and meaningful relationships with students and parents."
-Preschool curriculum
-Low ratio
-Ages 6 weeks & up
-School break care for school age children
5.0
"Ms. Ashley is great with my kids. She has watched them since they were infants and they love when she comes to visit them! I couldn't say enough good things. This woman has a heart of gold and you won't be disappointed with her services."
Lil Giggles in 22554 Scattersville Gap Ter, Ashburn, Virginia, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The center...
5.0
"Affordable care from a licensed professional that you can trust. Shahana is just wonderful with kids, and they absolutely love her. Your child will develop great social skills and get a great jump start at this home away from home."
My daycare facility is located in Beach Park - serving Gurnee, Waukegan, and Zion as well as surrounding areas.
My establishment has been operating since March of 1988.
I have experience in a variety of health issues from allergies, ADHD, and dyslexia to asthma.
Being loving and showing...
5.0
"My kids love going there. I was worried about my 1 year old because is very shy, but she has had a blast since day one! Great place. I highly recommend this place. =-)"
Charlotte's Web Preschool is new to the Ithaca area and has openings for this September! We enroll children, ages 2 1/2 - 5. There is a morning program, an afternoon program, and an option for all day care.
Safari Kid provides infant and toddler care, preschool and After School Program. Safari Kid focus is on creating opportunities for children to use their natural curiosity to lead them through discovery, imagination, questioning, learning, and growing. We celebrate kids' natural potential and desire...
5.0
"A New & Clean environment with very good curriculum and care for the kids! My Boys thoroughly enjoyed their after school program! Very friendly and well trained staff! Highly recommended preschool and after school program in Allen area."
Loving home with room to share with your child. 25 yrs experience in early childhood education specializing in Infant and toddler care.
I also take school age children during the summer.
5.0
"My son was with Teresa for 3 months and loved every day! The Toddler Room is a small daycare which I loved, I knew Wyatt was getting the one on one attention and love all babies deserve. Even though he was so young Teresa made sure to exclude him in all the...
"Serenity" is an educational child care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, based on the whole-child approach of teaching.
5.0
"Karine is an amazing and professional caretaker! Our daughter has been with her since she was 6 months old and we have loved our experience. Karine is incredibly attentive to our daughter and the other children. Her space is very clean and well-organized. All the...
Childhood is sacred time. At Seeds of Wonder Journey School, children learn about their world by engaging their natural curiosities and creativity and are guided to become socially capable problem solvers in a progressive Jewish environment.
Our top-notch teachers guide children's daily...
5.0
"My granddaughter started going to this school about a month ago and the change I have seen in her is amazing! I use to ask her "what did you do today?" And I would get "cricket/cricket" as a response! Now when I ask her, she has so much to tell me (and in detail)!...
Amazing Minds Child Development Center and Preschool is a Certified Family Child Care program for ages 3-12 years. Established in 2008 we offer preschool and after school programs. Open 6:30 AM to 6:00 pm.
We offer transportation to Kinnaman school, Aloha Huber Park and Errol Hassel.
Enroll your...
5.0
"Excellent childcare conveniently located!
My child loved it there."
Primrose School of Longwood distinguishes itself by creating a safe and nurturing environment where children are happy, engaged, and continually preparing for a bright tomorrow. We have exclusive Balanced Learning Program for Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Pre-Kindergarten and after school...
5.0
"Wonderful, Clean, Friendly and professional staff. No better place for my child in the area."
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chester, IL
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Chester, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chester, IL. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Chester, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Chester, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chester, IL, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Chester, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Chester, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Chester, IL on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Chester, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.