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Recent preschool reviews in Riverside, IL
Amanda L
5.0
Best daycare i've experienced yet! My children were loved and cared for. The rates were exceptionally reasonable. What i liked the most was that it's a perfectly setup daycare and the caregivers are very friendly and professional.
- Melissa
Debbie's Daycare Home
5.0
My 11 month old has been cared for by Deb since he was 3 months old. We have had such a great experience! Debbie is very clean, organized and timely with pick up and drop off. She cares for my son as If he were her own. She is good about communicating how he is doing throughout the day. Deb also...
- Megan
Jolly Fun House Playschools
5.0
Our 2 year old loves going to Jolly Fun House. She has learned so much in the short amount of time she's been there. The teachers, kitchen and office staff are also great with our child and they are like a big family. I would highly recommend them!
- Bridget D
2nd Connection Fcc
5.0
My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids get at her small home daycare has...
- Laurel
Noah's Ark Preschool
5.0
This is a wonderful preschool with caring and experienced teachers!
Riverside Presbyterian Church Preschool offers a safe and secure environment where children grow and develop at their own pace. The school utilizes a holistic approach in educating young children, developing their social, emotional, physical, intellectual skills and nurturing spiritual growth. The...
St. Paul's Riverside Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Riverside, 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...
I've been doing in home childcare for a little over 16 years now and I am licensed through the state. Prior to my daycare career I was a teacher until I became a Mom! I was also the head of an after-school program for a local elementary school. I've worked in daycare, summer camps, summer school,...
5.0
"Watched my 5 year old and newborn and is great with the kids! Definitely would recommend her for your childcare needs!
Posted on 6/6/12"
*I have 30+ yrs experience as a licensed daycare provider, with fantastic references from long-term families.
*We are conveniently located near North Ave and Oak Park Ave, as well as only 5 blocks away from 2 Metro stations which provide parking.
*I provide all organic meals made with fresh...
5.0
"Debbie's Daycare Home is the perfect fit for our family and I'm so glad a friend of mine recommended her. Debbie cares for my daughter and the other babies in her care as if they were her own. She really gets to know each baby and is very flexible with...
Our NATIONALLY ACCREDITED private school is located at 7559 West Addison Street in Chicago. The philosophy of the program is a child's learning environment must be creative, warm and stimulating. Our approach to early childhood and elementary education is to give your child more knowledge of his or...
5.0
"My daughter really enjoyed her time at jolly fun house. They have a great summer program with lots of activities to keep any child entertained. Friendly teachers in all their classrooms."
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...
5.0
"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...
Noah's Ark Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Oak Lawn, Illinois, for kids from two and a half to six years old. The curriculum promotes learning through academic readiness, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. To meet these goals, the children will have...
5.0
"This is a wonderful preschool with caring and experienced teachers!"
My name is Eva Makris and I am the owner and program director of Early Milestones Home Daycare. I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Illinois in Chicago and I am a mother of three wonderful children. My goal as a child-care provider is to provide children with...
5.0
"Early Milestones is a fantastic home daycare. Eva is caring and attentive to each child's needs. She has a master's degree in Early Childhood and it is clear that the kids are learning and growing. I also LOVE that there is a Greek immersion option as well. I...
*All day care
*Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up
*Date nights/over nights
*CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK*
My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...
5.0
"Debbie has been wonderful. This is our first time with a babysitter and couldn't have found a better person. She has been full time with my infant son for about 6 weeks now and he has been cared for like he is one of her own. I have met her family and they are...
We are an extraordinary European childcare. We are awarded by an Illinois Excellerate Program. It's because of our warm environment, health and safety of our children, education of our employees (all teachers have Master s degree in ECE). We are not just a licensed daycare.
We offer the best care...
5.0
"Super miejsce mila atmosfera I wspaniala pani Danusia"
Hello! My name is Suzanne. My sister and I run a day care in her Willowbrook home. We provide a loving home environment while you are away. We encourage friendship and cooperation among the families in our care. Most of the children that we care for begin as infants and remain in our care until...
5.0
"I really enjoyed this home daycare. They were big on open communication, thought of creative activities for holidays for kids and outside activities. My son started going when he was 1 years old and he felt welcomed since day one. My son is now 3 and I can see how...
Penny Lane School started at 8901 s. 52nd Avenue in the fall of 1988 with an enrollment of 25 students and three staff members. We have expanded, moved and grown to serve more than 300 students with 80 staff members. We now have two separate locations with various programs available to serve our...
5.0
"Love, love, love this place!! Both of my children attended here for 5 years!! I couldn't have asked for a better group of people to help tend to my little guys while I was working!! A great curriculum, a cute little place, awesome teachers, and fabulous staff...
I have been a daycare provider for 24 years, caring for infants through school age children. Before I began my home business, I was special education teacher for 8 years. I decided to stay home when I had my first child. As my own family grew, I knew then I wanted start my own home daycare and...
5.0
"Ms. Melba has provided excellent care to our two daughters over the past 5 years. She loves and cares for my kids as her own. Her home is always safe and clean. The kids have a routine and know the expectations at Ms. Melba's daycare. Electronics and TV time do...
We are Kids Network Academy! The philosophy of our early childhood learning academy is to help children become enthusiastic learners. This means encouraging children to be active and creative explorers, who are not afraid to try out their ideas and to think their own thoughts. Our goal is to help...
5.0
"My child has attended Kids Network for over 2years now. What a hidden gem! Ms. T is the director, she has helped make our transition into daycare an easy one. The staff is friendly and always greets my little one with a warm hugs and smiles. The teacher was able to...
Just open in the city of Chicago!
Rayito de Sol offers a unique alternative for parents and participants to integrate their childcare with bi-lingual language immersion in a licensed and accredited program.
Rayito de Sol offers award-winning child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years...
5.0
"I recently enrolled my little one at Rayito de sol and i cannot be happier with the choice i made.
I was very nervous about leaving my child for the first time at a day care center but from the beginning they treated me like family.
Its amazing how clean and...
We offer pay-by-the-hour Playcare for children ages 1-10. Currently, Hourly Playcare can be booked as far as 60 days out or scheduled same day, just 2 hours in advance. So you have the option to plan ahead or book for your last minute needs.
Whether your regular provider isn't available, or...
5.0
"My kids always come here and have a blast! We've been here several times and it's always a great experience. I actually can't get my kids to leave when it's time to go. Great prices and very friendly staff."
Practical Life Guardian, Inc. is a small Licensed Private Home Daycare in Humboldt Pk. PLG, Inc. was established in September, 2007, by former NNM Montessori after school Supervisor and local Chicago Artist, Lucia Herrera.
Early Childhood Development, Special Needs, First Aid/Infant CPR and...
5.0
"Lucia is absolutely amazing with all the children she works with. She is knowledgable, thoughtful and kind! My daughter absolutely loves going and she has grown and changed for the better over the year she has been at Practical Life Guardians."
Little Lambs Early Learning Center is a preschool/PreK all-day care setting for children ages 3-5!
Located in the northwest corner of Hinsdale, we offer premium, values-based childcare and preparation for Kindergarten, all within the context of core principles put forward in the acclaimed...
Thank you for your interest in our center. We have been serving the Irving Park, Ravenswood, and Albany Park communities for over 20 years. Irving Park Early Learning Center (IPELC) is a family-owned, state-certified, multicultural, infant, toddler and preschool day care center. We believe the...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Riverside, IL
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Riverside, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Riverside, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Riverside, 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 Riverside, IL.
How can I find a preschool near me in Riverside, IL?
When looking for a preschool near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.