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7002 - La Petite Academy of Crystal Lake

190 N S ILLINOIS RTE 31 CRYSTAL LAKE, IL

5.0(1)

2 mi

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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 can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.

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...

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Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake

720 COG CIR CRYSTAL LAKE, IL

3 mi

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
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.

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....

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Miss Angela's Home Daycare

48 Honeysuckle Lane Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Hello! I am looking to care for children ages 15 months - 5 years. I would prefer clients who are teachers or have a similar schedule. However, I am also able to accommodate a part time schedule. I can begin mid-late August of 2019. In addition to over 25 years of experience caring for children, my qualifications also include: -Providing respite care for families with disabled children and children with behavioral disorders. -Working as a child welfare caseworker. -Managing a child care center at a health club. -Directing Vacation Bible School. -Directing Cubbies at AWANA. -Coordinating a MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) group. -Coordinating the children's program (MOPPETs) for our MOPS group. -Staying at home with my own two boys. My goal is to provide a safe, loving and nurturing environment to each child that I care for. I want to encourage their sense of wonder and love of life by staying active. Getting outside when weather permits, using our imaginations through pretend play, doing art projects, singing, dancing and playing games. I will be available Monday through Friday from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm. Breakfast, a mid-morning snack, lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided. I look forward to meeting you and your child/children!
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First Church Preschool

236 W Crystal Lake Ave Crystal Lake, IL

3.7(3)

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
First Church Preschool is charged with the responsibility of giving children, two to five years old, in our church and community, educational and spiritual experiences which will benefit them in their social, emotional, cognitive, and faith development. We achieve this goal by providing the children with a warm, friendly and stimulating environment. This environment is based on developmentally appropriate activities that focus on the process of learning to help children enjoy successful experiences. First Church Preschool serves 2- 5 year children with morning programs that operate 9:00-12:00, offering afternoon Enrichment Sessions and Summer Camp. We are proud to be in the Silver Circle Rating of Quality in ExceleRate Illinois and licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services.

Hannah D. says "Both of my children have attended this preschool and we have been very pleased with the level of care that has been provided. Not only that but the...

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La Petite Academy of Crystal Lake, IL

190 North Il Route 31 Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

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 can be. It all starts by design. The free-flowing, open concept design of our facilities inspires a nurturing, interactive, and collaborative environment in which your child can thrive. Our schools and classrooms are designed to give children room to grow, room to share and room to be themselves. At La Petite Academy, open spaces and open concepts promote open minds.
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Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake

720 Cog Cr Drive Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Learning occurs in and out of the classroom. We designed our curriculum to educate and nurture children, creating individual opportunities to excel.
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Little Saints Preschool

265 King St. Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Child care
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St. Thomas Little Saints is a faith based, Catholic preschool that not only nurtures your child's social and academic growth, but also introduces our Catholic faith through daily prayer and teachings. Children who begin education with faith based learning during the formative years have a stronger understanding of Christianity. While we are a Catholic based preschool, we welcome children and families of all religious and non-religious backgrounds to learn and grow with us. Many of our preschool students transition into our highly acclaimed St. Thomas Catholic School for Kindergarten-8th grade education. Our preschool curriculum is directly aligned with the Illinois Early Learning Standards by following Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP). St. Thomas is Lighting the Way for our children's future by giving them the opportunity to attend a Catholic preschool. Little Saints Preschool is an extension of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School. Saint Thomas the Apostle School opened in 1929 and through the dreams of many people, Little Saints Preschool was established in 2008. The goal of our preschool is to provide children with the opportunity to participate in activities which will develop them spiritually, socially, emotionally, and intellectually into self-assured children of God. When the preschool opened in 2008, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton generously offered to house our preschool program. We started then with 2 classes for three and four year old children. Since then, Little Saints Preschool has grown in the number of families wanting a faith filled early education for their children. With the opening of Little Saints Preschool, we will be able to continue the tradition of faith and education that St. Thomas School has aspired to since 1929.
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Immanuel Lutheran Little Ark Preschool

300 S. Pathway Ct. Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Outdoor/nature
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
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Children are invited to learn, observe, make choices, be active, experiment and explore in their education process. We encourage physical and motor skills development through utilization of our full-size Gym, Music Room and Library. Our children have a wonderful opportunity to grow spiritually, socially, and cognitively through our hands-on developmental curriculum.
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Pitter Patter Pathways

1394 Teakwood Ln Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

I started my daycare in 2004, and watch children birth through five years. I have two of my own grown children, two step children, and one grandson. My program is nationally accredited through NAFCC, 3 Star QRS rating, and licensed through the State of Illinois. I am a member of Little Hands Network of childcare providers. I also manage an Early Childhood Toys group site where we buy and sell used toys. I believe that children need to learn more than ABC's and 123's. In my program children learn independence, respect, responsibility, exploration, and practical life skills. The goals of my program focus on four areas of child development: 1. Social/emotional: to help children develop independence, self-confidence, and self-control, follow rules and routines, make friends, and learn what it means to be a member of a group. 2. Physical: to increase children's large muscle skills-balancing, running, jumping, throwing and catching-and use the small muscles in their hands to do tasks like buttoning, stringing beads, cutting, drawing, and writing. 3. Cognitive: to acquire thinking skills such as the ability to solve problems, to ask questions, and to think logically-sorting, classifying, comparing, counting, and making patterns-and to use materials and their imagination to show what they have learned. 4. Language: to use words to communicate with others, listen to and participate in conversations with others, understand the purpose of print, recognize letters and words, and begin writing for a purpose. We want children to become independent, self-confident, curious learners who can work well with others. We are teaching them HOW to learn, not just in preschool, but all through their lives. We do this by creating purposeful and productive play experiences that help children grow in all areas. Through the activities we plan and the way we organize the classroom, select toys and materials, plan the daily schedule, and talk with children, we seek to accomplish the goals of our curriculum and give your child a successful start in school. I look forward to meeting you! Please contact me by email at kristinebeard@yahoo.com with any questions.
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Kids 'R ' Kids

475 Alexandra Blvd Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Kids `R` Kids is a well established learning academy for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. We strive to provide a nurturing, secure, and stimulating environment for young children. The Kids `R` Kids curriculum is based on the philosophy that children learn best through play. Kids `R` Kids has live, secure internet monitoring so parents can watch their children throughout the day. It's the next best thing to being there yourself!
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Thunderbird Nursery Preschool

625 Rudat Ct Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Thunderbird Nursery Preschool in Crystal Lake, Illinois, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children ages three to five years old. The school serves children and provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
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La Petite Academy Child Care-Crystal Lake

190 North Route 31 Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Preschool
Child care
La Petite Academy Child Care located in Crystal Lake, IL has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre school, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School and Summer Camp.The center are open on weekdays from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Thunderbird Preschool LLC

613 Rudat Ct Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Preschool
Thunderbird Preschool LLC provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Crystal Lake, Illinois, for kids from three to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Learning Tree Preschool

485 W Woodstock St Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Preschool
Child care
Learning Tree Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Freeburg, Illinois, for kids from two to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Montessori Pathways School

133 Illinois St Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Montessori Pathways School
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Tinker Time Childcare & Preschool

Thornwood Lane Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Tinker Time is the perfect combination of a childcare center and preschool in a loving home environment. In our home, we strive to provide only the very best. We offer a clean, safe, healthy and fun experience for your child. Tinker Time was organized to provide learning opportunities for Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and School-Age children in the community. Specializing in early childhood care and cultivating healthy development for toddlers and preschoolers. My program is designed to meet the developmental needs of young children. I provide experiences that challenge and support each child's cognitive, language, social, emotional, physical and creative development. During the course of the day each child has opportunities to create, explore the environment, develop personal interaction skills, and learn problem solving skills and concepts through first hand experience. I encourage exploration and involvement. I also believe that each child should have a developmental screening in the early years through a free community agency. I am supportive, nurturing, warm and responsive to each child. I respect the parent as the primary and most important person in the child's life. I try to compliment your role by allowing the children to feel secure and enjoy themselves when they are in my care. Everything I do is designed with the express interest of nurturing your child when you are not available. Vision Statement/Philosophy My program philosophy is based on beliefs that: Each child is an individual, unique in his/her background. Children have different rates of developing and ways of learning. Learning at the toddler and preschool level is play based. Self-esteem and the ability to learn are interdependent. Music and motion are essential to development of circuitry in the brain. It is my responsibility to ensure an environment that provides: A wide variety of play-based learning. Play centers with age appropriate toys and media. Seasonal or themed play and activities. Group & individual games and activities that use large muscle groups.
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Alexander Leigh Center for Autism

620 N Il Rte 31 Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a year round therapeutic day school serving children with autism ages 3 - 17. We are a year round school and provide ABA, speech, OT, music, Life skills training, behavior services and community based instruction. All students receive a customized program and 1:1 instruction.
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Joyce

1181 Sandalwood Ln Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

I am a 44 year old mom that loves children. I have 3 of my own ages 15, 13 , and 8. I have been caring for children full time since my youngest was born and I love meeting new families and creating bond that last a lifetime. I am an honest, open and responsible provider who would love the opportunity to care for you child. I do offer transportation to and from preschool if necessary.
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Ms. V's Early Childhood

412 Charlotte Ave Crystal Lake, IL

< 1 mi

I have had the opportunity to work with kids in many different settings. I have experience caring for newborns through adolescent age children both in formal and informal settings. My experiences include: corporate childcare, preschool teacher, a family child care provider, Sunday school teacher at a Church, assisting in a behavioral classroom and teaching children in Kindergarten through grade 3. I am also an experienced mother of four with a Bachelor's degree in Education My home is ready and equipped to provide well rounded learning experiences including: art experiences for kids, playing with trains, building with blocks, dramatic play experiences, reading with children, being outside, etc. The daily plan includes a balance of down time and keeping busy with activities. I am creative, caring and easygoing and I recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles, and personalities. I offer children opportunities to explore through play and life experiences. These experiences then help me work with individuals to give them what they need to develop and grow as learners. Having been a working mom for several years, I know how difficult it is to have a career and a family. It certainly can be heart-wrenching at times. I was so blessed to have had my children welcomed into a warm, caring, learning family environment while I was at work. This is the type of environment I am hoping to provide to other families. If you are interested in learning more, please send a message and I would love to speak with you about your needs and how I can assist your family. I can't wait to experience your children's gifts.
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Montessori Pathways School

133 Illinois St Crystal Lake, IL

3 mi

Providing High-Quality Education and Daily Care in Crystal Lake since 1993
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Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Crystal Lake, IL

Preschools in Crystal Lake, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

7002 - La Petite Academy of Crystal Lake

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.

Kiddie Academy of Crystal Lake

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.

First Church Preschool

Both of my children have attended this preschool and we have been very pleased with the level of care that has been provided. Not only...

- Hannah D.

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Crystal Lake, IL

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL.

When looking for a preschool near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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