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Early Achievers is a place where children can grow, learn, and thrive in a nurturing and engaging environment. We offer high-quality early childhood education programs designed to support each child’s social, emotional, and academic development. Our curriculum blends structured learning with play-based exploration, helping children build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
What sets Early Achievers apart is our commitment to individualized attention and strong family…
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Brianna H. says "Love the way the teachers treat my daughter, from four months old and she is now three! She has made astounding progress since being there!"
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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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We are a level 3 childcare facility accepting Indiana and Illinois vouchers Our facility provides welcoming family friendly environment, bilingual support and learning, notorious homemade marls, and a play - based learning approach that encourages movement and exploration.
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Kiddie Academy of Crown Point, IN 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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At Windy City Academy, we provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children thrive from infancy through school age. With NAEYC accreditation, ExceleRate Illinois Gold Circle rating, and CCAP approval, you can trust your child is in exceptional hands. Enrollment is open now for all programs — infant, toddler, preschool, and before & after school care.
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Care Member says "Wind City Academy has been amazing! The staff is very caring and my child always comes home happy. We love it here! ❤️"
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Children's Home Center is a fully licensed daycare facility located in the Calumet City, Illinois area. We come highly recommended with our excellent preschool curriculum where we treat all the children like they are own. Our teaching is geared towards making learning fun. Your children will love our professional, caring workers and our fun activities that are developed for your child’s learning.
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Alexis S. says "It is phenomenal; I love it there. He thrives and grows, they are very hands on year round. They get breakfast lunch, and a predinner. They are family oriented and very loving. They treat all the kids the same and there is no favoritism."
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8007 183RD ST TINLEY PARK, IL
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At Tutor Time of Tinley Park, we offer trusted daycare and early childhood education programs and summer camp in Tinley Park, 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 8007 183rd…
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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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9473 W SAINT FRANCIS RD FRANKFORT, 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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11031 W LINCOLN HWY FRANKFORT, IL
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Everbrook Academy of Frankfort is a trusted daycare and preschool in Frankfort, 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 11031 W Lincoln Hwy 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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2120 CALISTOGA DR NEW LENOX, IL
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At La Petite Academy of New Lenox, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in New Lenox, 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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3425 Donovan Dr. Crete, IL
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At Cherie’s Garden Child Care and Learning Center we strive to provide an atmosphere of learning in which the needs of the whole child are met. This environment will be highly interactive within a home-like setting. Through these natural interactions children will become problem solvers as well as independent learners.
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Katelyn M. says "I rate them the highest rating, 5 out of 5. My 5 year old and 3 year old have been attending for over two years now. My kids can't wait to go everyday which is the best. It shows they are the best. From a parental stand point what sets them apart is the consistency with the staff. Having the similarity with the staff our kids have grown to know, trust, and love them. They have a great routine and structure which is important for children. Their curriculum is great, my daughter…
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Childrens Home Center Too is a fully licensed daycare facility located in the Calumet City, Illinois area. We come highly recommended with our excellent preschool curriculum where we treat all the children like they are own. Our teaching is geared towards making learning fun. Your children will love our professional, caring workers and our fun activities that are developed for your child’s learning.
You and your child will experience an extremely helpful and fun daycare environment with…
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3138 CHICAGO RD STEGER, IL
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82 TOWNCENTER DR UNIVERSITY PK, IL
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We are a facility that holds a Bronze Circle of Quality Certificate. We work to provide the love and care for each child that we service. We also prepare children with daily hands on activities where they will enhance knowledge and help them to grow.
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Dawn S. says "My 10 year old has been there since she was 1 yr. My experience has been pretty good. The staff is friendly, one of the directors now was my daughter's teacher since she has been there and treats my daughter like her own. It's a good place. "
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1019 Damico Drive Chicago Heights, IL
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As a parent, ensuring your child is in a safe and nurturing environment is of utmost importance. That's why choosing a licensed home daycare, like Magnolia Tree, is a great option for families seeking personalized and high-quality childcare.
Our certified staff is highly trained and has decades of experience caring for children of all ages. The director holds a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and a Master's in Public Administration and is currently pursuing a Master's in Early…
Chicago Heights Nazarene Nursery School and Kindergarten is a childcare program provider that serves children ages six weeks through twelve years old. The school offers experienced teachers, age-appropriate activities and the A-BEKA Christian curriculum which lays a strong foundation needed to succeed in higher academic levels. The school is open from Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
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We are an in-home high scope learning program. We have a structured curriculum and schedule that gives the children in our program an expectation of what comes next. We have a performing arts program that taps into the creative side of each child and gives them a natural sense of identifying there own abilities. We are a program that takes pride in enriching the lives of our children and their families by bridging the gap between providers and parents to meet their child care needs with…
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2 Lakewood Court Park Forest, IL
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Welcome to Kuddle Bugz, where children are loved, respected and nurtured.
Kuddle Bugz is an exclusive home-based childcare in St. John, Indiana, where children enjoy each day in a loving and structured environment that specializes in infant and toddler care through age five.
Kuddle Bugz Kids and parents are met each day by a recognizable, smiling face and welcomed into our daycare. Children are encouraged to be creative, to learn, to grow and to express themselves.
At Kuddle Bugz we believe…
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Love the way the teachers treat my daughter, from four months old and she is now three! She has made astounding progress since being there!
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Kiddie Academy of Munster
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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Kiddie Academy of Crown Point
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 Crete, IL
In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Crete, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Crete, 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 Crete, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Crete, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Crete, 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 Crete, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Crete, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Crete, 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 Crete, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
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