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

Kids & Company West Loop

Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest....

- Yaheem J.

Little Marvels Early Childhood School

Our youngest of 4 children is there now, it's been great. We've been there since they opened and they are so caring.

- Courtney C.

0101 - Childtime of Villa Park

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...

- Mary G.

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Kids & Company West Loop

1313 W RANDOLPH ST CHICAGO, IL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
"Welcome to Kids & Company! This Chicago location is in the West Loop neighborhood near the corner of Jackson Blvd. and Peoria St., on the first floor of a residential building that is easily accessible by car or transit. Inside you’ll find large windows that let in lots of natural light, educational and age-appropriate...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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Little Marvels Early Childhood School

3045 N LINCOLN AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)
starting at
$2295/mo
Little Marvels believes caring, knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers partnered with committed, loving parents/guardians have the ability to effectively assist children in developing a positive self-image and respect for one another’s cultural differences. We encourage open and honest daily communication between teachers and...

Courtney C. says "Our youngest of 4 children is there now, it's been great. We've been there since they opened and they are so caring."

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0101 - Childtime of Villa Park

127 E SAINT CHARLES RD VILLA PARK, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

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...

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Take A Break Playcare

2855 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
+ 1 more
Take A Break Playcare offers on demand babysitting in a playroom. Parents drop off children for staff supervised play. We accept children ages 3 months - 13 years. We do not accept any sick children. We are not a daycare facility. At a basic level, we offer babysitting in a storefront playroom. What's the difference you may...

Jonathan M. says "Ashley and Christine have been very patient with our son. He is having separation issues but they are still very welcoming. I like how the playrooms are...

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Tierra Encantada - Old Irving Park

3800 N MILWAUKEE AVE CHICAGO, IL

4.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Tierra Encantada is a warm, community-oriented Spanish immersion daycare and preschool. We offer quality childcare for children ranging from 6 weeks – 6 years of age. We focus on the growth of the whole child and believe children learn best by doing. Paired with our expert-curated curriculum, our bilingual education program...

Laura M. says "They are so great with my son. They have custom activities. The communication is incredible. "

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Aidas Home Daycare

4832 N McVicker Ave Chicago, IL

5.0(4)
I am an experienced daycare provider, with a medical field background. Certified in adult and child CPR as well as First Aid, and licensed by DCFS. I worked 11 years in a residential facility for developmentally disabled children and adults. During the last two years I headed the literacy program teaching reading, writing, math,...

Agustina V. says "I currently have my three year old daughter, Myliset under Aida's Care and Im so blessed I found Aida. My daughter has been with her a little over a...

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2nd Connection Fcc

1S310 Dillon LN Villa Park, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina. I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which covers a 10-hour day, daily...

Care Member says "Both my children were enrolled at 2nd Connection from 3 months to 5 years old. When they transitioned to preschool their teachers complimented their...

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CASA DEI BAMBINI MONTESSORI OF MAYFAIR

4967 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1475/mo
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
When Dr. Maria Montessori began teaching, it was her philosophy of emotional and intellectual growth that established her methods as being the unprecedented standard for child development. Today, our accredited teachers uphold the same standard of success that Dr. Montessori created. Our home-like school expands on the...

Megan S. says "Oh my gosh, they are amazing! We have been with them since my daughter was two, the staff, everything about them is incredible!"

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Montessori Academy of Illinois

7429 N. Milwaukee Avenue Niles, IL

5.0(1)
Montessori School for children ages 6 weeks though 6 years of age. Available hours are 6:45am through 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Located downtown Park Ridge, Illinois, across from the Pickwick Theatre.
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CREATIVE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL

1735 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Creative Scholars Preschool of Chicago, we strive to build a strong foundation for your child’s love of education. With a focus on early literacy development and supporting intellectual curiosity, we promote developmentally appropriate possibilities that enable us to discover the gifts each child possesses. We provide our...

Care Member says "I’ve had 2 children at Creative Scholars: one current and one recently left for PreK. We love the school as the teachers are focused on learning through...

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LAKEVIEW DC DBA STEPPING

1531 W LAWRENCE AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Lakeview Development Center has been a trusted pillar in the Uptown community for many years. We provide quality care and education for children from birth through age five, exemplifying the true meaning of early childhood education. Our dedicated teachers hold degrees in Early Childhood Education and are committed to nurturing...

Care Member says "My daughter started lakeview when she was three months old. Her teacher was very loving and attentive to her needs. She moved on to the toddler program...

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GAN SHALOM

3480 N LAKE SHORE DR CHICAGO, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Opened in 1981, Gan Shalom is Temple Sholom of Chicago’s premiere Early Childhood Education Center. We provide an enriched educational experience devoted to laying the foundation for lifelong learning and strengthening family life through the transmission of Jewish values and traditions through play. Gan Shalom’s Early Childhood...

Jennifer D. says "Gan Shalom is a wonderful, warm, caring environment for my children. I know when I drop them off they are in great hands!"

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BUBBLES ACADEMY

2184 N ELSTON AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2240/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Ignite Wonder with an emergent and arts-integrated curriculum that places your child’s curiosity and social emotional development at the forefront! Bubbles Academy’s educational philosophy of arts-integration combines content and skills taken from arts practices including dance, music, theatre and visual arts, with...

Care Member says "Bubbles Academy is truly a magical place. The preschool program in Bucktown is amazing, as are all the teachers and staff. My child has grown and...

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State of Illinois Child Development Center

160 N LA SALLE ST # N201 # N201 CHICAGO, IL

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Day Care
At State of Illinois Child Development Center, we offer a wide range of care to meet the unique needs of every child. With our experienced and passionate team, you can trust that your child will receive the highest quality care and attention.

Elizabeth G. says "The care and the communication that the teachers provide I would say to be top tier. I have never had an issue when it came to this center. They have...

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CONCORDIA PLACE

3855 N SEELEY AVE CHICAGO, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Entrusting your child to our care is a decision made easier by the security and safety built into every facet of Concordia. Experienced teachers connect your child’s curiosity with fun activities that support cognitive, social, and physical development. Our centers were designed with your child’s changing needs in mind;...

Thea C. says "They have been really great with Ronan! He has been there since he was 2 yrs old and he is 4 yrs old now! He has really thrived there!"

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Prairieland Montessori

3652 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Montessori preschool and early childhood education for children ages 15 months to 6 years old with 2 campuses. We are open from 7-6, and offer full time and part time programs. Our school is a full member of the American Montessori Society. Prairieland Montessori focuses on the whole child in a unique blend of Montessori...
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LADYBUG & FRIENDS DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL

633 W NORTH AVE ELMHURST, IL

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
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...
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THE NICHOLSON SCHOOL

1700 W CORTLAND ST STE 101 CHICAGO, IL

State license verified

starting at
$1320/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are a play-based preschool located in Bucktown. Our passionate team of early childhood educators hold master's degrees in early childhood education. Our teachers create a stimulating classroom environment that meets each child where they are and moves them forward.
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Kiddie Academy of Park Ridge - DUP

109 S WASHINGTON AVE PARK RIDGE, IL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child 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...
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Renee's Learning Place

823 W. Lawrence Chicago, IL

Renee's Learning Place provides quality infant and toddler child care. We are located close to Lake Shore Drive. This location is accessible by both buses going downtown in addition to a short walk to the CTA Red Line. This home day care provides developmentally appropriate care to infants, toddlers and preschool age children....
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in River Forest, IL

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

When you begin looking for preschools near me in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL.

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

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