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602 N MICHIGAN ST ELMHURST, IL
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At La Petite Academy of Elmhurst, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Elmhurst, 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 connected throughout the…
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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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501 BUSSE HWY PARK RIDGE, IL
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Everbrook Academy of Park Ridge is a trusted daycare and preschool in Park Ridge, 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 501 Busse Highway to see how we help children feel confident, supported, and excited…
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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."
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109 S WASHINGTON AVE PARK RIDGE, IL
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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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Kiddie Academy of Elmhurst 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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6740 N OLIPHANT AVECHICAGO, IL 60631 CHICAGO, IL
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Welcome to Montessori Learning Center of Edison Park — where curiosity, independence, and creativity flourish.
Nestled in the heart of Chicago's Edison Park neighborhood, our Montessori school offers an education-based environment designed to nurture the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally.
At MLCEP, our approach is rooted in the Montessori philosophy, which recognizes each child’s natural desire to learn. Through thoughtfully prepared environments and individualized…
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633 W NORTH AVE ELMHURST, IL
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To provide a holistic approach to education, where children can thrive in an environment which values their uniqueness and creates the foundation upon which they can build their future.
Your child’s unique abilities and strengths will be expanded upon using our developmentally appropriate curriculum, with the support of our highly qualified and dedicated team, to achieve the following goals:
Positive self-identity
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Care Member says "Our son is thriving at LadyBug Elmhurst. His teachers are loving, staff to parent communication is fantastic, and the curriculum is engaging. We can't imagine raising our miracle baby without the support of the LadyBug educators. 5 stars, 2 thumbs up. "
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Founded in 2012, Stepping Stones Nursery School has grown into one of Chicago’s most trusted early childhood education programs, with locations in Logan Square, Lincoln Square, and Portage Park. Each location shares a unified philosophy grounded in the belief that children learn best through exploration, play, and strong relationships.
At Portage Park, our classrooms are designed to feel like an extension of home—filled with soft lighting, natural textures, and open-ended materials that…
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1040 N HARLEM AVE RIVER FOREST, IL
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At Har Zion Early Childhood Center, we believe that children thrive when families partner with professional educators to create a lifelong love of learning through exploration, creativity, collaboration, and Jewish tradition.
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Andrew L. says "We had a wonderful experience sending our child to pre-school at Har Zion Early Childhood Center. We were initially attracted to the school by Ms. Claudine, the heart and soul of Har Zion, who is incredibly warm and nurturing and sets the tone for the entire school. The children feel loved and cared for while engaging in a variety of hands-on activities to help them learn, socialize and experience the world around them. Our child was always happy to go to Har Zion in the…
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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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1335 N ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD ITASCA, IL
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At Tutor Time of Itasca, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Itasca, IL. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 1335 North Arlington…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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127 E SAINT CHARLES RD VILLA PARK, IL
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At Childtime of Villa Park we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Villa Park, IL. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 127 East St. Charles…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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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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4065 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL
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At Apple Tree Children’s Learning Center our Mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, learning environment for children.
Our experienced, caring and committed teachers provide developmentally appropriate curriculum to foster children’s self confidence, creativity and social skills.
At Apple Tree, we’re committed to providing quality care that feels like home!
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Care Member says "All three of my children have attended Apple Tree over the past 8 years. I couldn't recommend this center enough. Over the past 8 years my children have had the same teachers which is unheard of in childcare. Its nice and comforting to have a familiar face taking care of your children. "
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17W725 ROOSEVELT RD OAKBROOK TER, IL
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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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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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920 PERIMETER DR MT PROSPECT, IL
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Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect is an educational daycare offering age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life. We pride ourselves in providing a daycare that focuses on developing positive character traits for kids, while providing a nurturing learning environment.
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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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At Alphabet Learning Center, we provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive! Serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, our programs focus on early childhood development through hands-on learning, creative play, and age-appropriate educational activities.
Our dedicated and experienced teachers encourage each child's individual growth while building a strong foundation in social, emotional, and academic skills. We take pride in creating a…
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2032 GLEN ELLYN RD GLENDALE HTS, IL
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At Tutor Time of Glendale Heights, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Glendale Heights, IL. Our learning environment supports each stage of development with experienced teachers, healthy meals and snacks, and flexible scheduling options for busy families. Through our family communication app, SproutAbout, parents stay connected with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 2032…
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Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics: Care for your child: Above all things, we wanted to make sure our daughter was as loved and care for as if she was with family. The staff at Tutor Time exceeds this expectation. Her teachers have all demonstrated genuine love and care for the person my daughter is, not just overall compassion for children (which is important…
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Devonshire Montessori School is a premiere educational institution that provides the perfect nurturing and engaging environment in which your child will grow and learn to meet their limitless potential as they develop through the stages of childhood.
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7742 - La Petite Academy of Elmhurst
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.
4813 - Everbrook Academy of Park Ridge
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 Park Ridge
My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care…
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Chicago, IL
In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Chicago, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Chicago, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Chicago, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
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