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Preschools in Deerfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Christian Beginnings

They are an amazing school with very responsible and dedicated staff and management. Very impressed with them. I have 2 kids that attend...

- Priya K.

Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights

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.

Children's Land Learning Center at Wheeling

I absolutely love Children's Land Wheeling! I cannot say enough about it, I could go on and on and on as to why this is the best place for...

- Care member

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Christian Beginnings

824 WAUKEGAN RD DEERFIELD, IL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Christian Beginnings has a 50 year history of teaching children in a nurturing environment. We focus on building relationships with children and families. The facility offers bright classrooms, and indoor gym and dedicated access to fenced Park District playground. Nearly half the staff are former parents whose children were...

Priya K. says "They are an amazing school with very responsible and dedicated staff and management. Very impressed with them. I have 2 kids that attend there for about...

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Guidepost Montessori at Deerbrook

1085 LAKE COOK RD DEERFIELD, IL

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day Care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler, to deepening knowledge and building time management skills in...
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Christian Beginnings Preschool & Childcare

824 Waukegan Rd Deerfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
Choose from part day preschool or full day child care options for children ages 2 through kindergarten. Academic, social-emotional and physical growth development supported in a warm and nurturing environment, with low child teacher ratios. Providing care for children for over 30 years, Christian Beginnings has strong ties to...
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Deerfield Montessori School

760 North Ave Deerfield, IL

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Deerfield Montessori School is located in Deerfield, IL. It is a non-profit corporation founded in 1996 and is nationally accredited by American Montessori Society. They provide programs for infants, toddlers and school-age children. They provide a safe, nurturing environment and age appropriate activities that maximize your...
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Board Jewish Ed Early Childhood Center

1558 Wilmot Rd Deerfield, IL

Child care
The Board Jewish Early Childhood Centers have been providing and developing Jewish preschool education since 1972. The educators are trained in both secular and Jewish early childhood education. They provide a warm and supportive Jewish environment for your child.
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Highland Park Montessori

1446 Inverrary Ln Deerfield, IL

Child care
Highland Park Montessori is an educational facility in Illinois that offers various academic programs throughout the school year and different extracurricular activities during the summer. The company provides flexible hours and schedules; parents may choose to enroll their children on a full-time or part-time basis. The company...
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Mon Jardin Co

20630 Milwaukee Ave Deerfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
Mon Jardin is a child care and learning center operating at 20630 Milwaukee Avenue, Deerfield, Illinois. The center offers age-specific curriculum and programs where children learn through play activities. The center's programs are designed to stimulate the development of children's social, physical, emotional and intellectual...
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Starland -Stepping Stones

445 Pine St Deerfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
Starland provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Deerfield, Illinois, for kids of all ages. 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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Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights

880 W DUNDEE RD ARLINGTON HTS, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Kiddie Academy of Arlington Heights, IL 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...

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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Children's Land Learning Center at Wheeling

850 MCHENRY RD WHEELING, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Beginning with the opening of our first center in 2005, Children’s Land sprouted from our family’s desire to provide children an environment that primes them to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. This culture has grown throughout the years, as we have continued to build more centers and serve more communities...

Care Member says "I absolutely love Children's Land Wheeling! I cannot say enough about it, I could go on and on and on as to why this is the best place for childcare....

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Wild Grace Nursery School

237 Everts Pl Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
Wild Grace provides a boutique home-based childcare setting where every child is treated with respect, compassion, empathy, inclusiveness, and patience. Our philosophy and curriculum are a combination of various child development approaches focused on the WHOLE child.The Wild Grace approach will meet children where they are....

Kelsey R. says "I cannot say enough good things about Wild Grace! Sending my child to daycare for the first time was nerve-wracking, but having the wonderful team at...

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CHILD FIRST ACADEMY NORTH

675 MILWAUKEE AVE LINCOLNSHIRE, IL

4.0(4)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 2 more
It’s been well said, “What greater gift can we offer society than to teach our children?” Child First Academy utilizes the most advanced research in neuroscience as a foundation for our advanced early learning pedagogy. We now know that 80% of brain development occurs between the ages of birth to 3 years. CFA uniquely provides a...

Care Member says "A second family! From the moment we took our little to CFA we felt like home. We are always greeted with a warm welcome and well wishes. All day we are...

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Champions Early Learning Center

1441 Lake Street Libertyville, IL

5.0(8)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are conveniently located at Butterfield School. Our early foundations preschool and prekindergarten program enhances children's confidence by providing activities to help children become problem solvers and lifelong learners. Through small group instruction and independent play in an organized atmosphere, the program is also...

John M. says "Our daughter started in the infant room and is now in the "twos" room, while our son is now in the infant room. The staff is fantastic (great communication...

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Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect

920 PERIMETER DR MT PROSPECT, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
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...

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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BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

950 ELLEN DR BUFFALO GROVE, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day Care

Martha D. says "I have 2 children at BGMS full time and you will not find a better place to care for your children. The Montessori experience is extraordinary for helping...

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL BUFFALO GROVE

1050 BARCLAY BLVD BUFFALO GROVE, IL

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2034/mo
Day Care

Teresa S. says "A few months into the COVID-19 pandemic, we needed to find a new daycare center for our son, as our previous daycare permanently closed. We chose Goddard...

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Kiddie Academy of Hawthorn Woods - DUP

105 ROMAN LN LAKE ZURICH, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

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...

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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Kiddie Academy of Glenview

662 WAUKEGAN RD GLENVIEW, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
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...

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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Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

20786 N QUENTIN RD KILDEER, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Day Care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning...

Ashley J. says "Awesome facility, staff great and extremely helpful. My child is thriving there. We are fairly new, been here a few months. 100% difference from our...

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The Learning Tree Childcare

735 Ela Rd Lake Zurich, IL

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Nationally accredited childcare for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten and before and after school care with an all day summer camp program for ages 2 and older.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Deerfield, IL

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL.
When looking for a preschool near you in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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