Saint Charles Preschools

Our experts designed our classrooms - and every activity and lesson - to help prepare your child for success in school and beyond. With designated learning centers such as dramatic play and blocks in every classroom, children have the opportunity for rich social play and child-initiated discovery.
You’ll also find that our classrooms feature a print-rich environment full of carefully selected materials, written charts and labels, and children’s literature. By helping your child connect spoken words and print, we’re helping develop early literacy and writing skills.
Whether your child has first words or first grade on the horizon, we’re excited to show you how everything in our center is designed for learning!
Wendy Mendoza, Center Director

I began partnering with parents as their daytime "fill-in", in May 2002. Trading in 16 years as a licensed securities professional, I opted for a different sort of "security" - one of my own home, family, and community. Having been an expert in an industry that emphasizes terms like "dividend" and "return on investment", in my heart, the purest dividend is watching a child smile. There is no better return on investment than helping to add value to a child's life. This is why I have built Castles and Crayons.

* Preschool Program
* DCFS Licensed
* 64.5 Credit (quarter) hours in Early Childhood Education
- working on my BA in Early Childhood Education
* Serving ages 6 weeks old - 7 years old (1st grade)
* Hours of operation - Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
* Competitive Rates

We are an early childhood center where children will experience positive development through constructive play activities, academics, as well as social science in preparation for elementary school and the world around us. We cater to families with children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Kindergarten, before school care, after school care, and summer camp programs available.

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment offering more than just child care. Preschool is the first introduction to a lifetime of learning, and it's a journey that should start off on the right foot. Our enthusiastic teachers genuinely care about children, and understand each child's individual developmental needs and learning styles. They take the time to help each child discover, in his or her own way, a fascinating world of play and learning. At our school, we make children feel comfortable and confident. Our classrooms are well-appointed with appropriate learning aids and stimulating toys. They want to learn and play here. We encourage a highly productive partnership between teachers, principals and parents. We link parents to what their children are learning at school through monthly folders, parent bulletin boards and open parent-teacher communications.

Whether it is all-day care for the working family or part-time care for an extra head start to your child's education, we think every child deserves a chance at KinderCare. Our curriculum is designed specifically for learning, and our tutorial programs are like no other. At KinderCare we know that one size does not fit all, but with our team of highly trained and passionate teachers, we are sure you will find a fit that works for you. We are so excited for you to come in and see what your perfect fit will be.

Welcome to the St. Charles KinderCare. We are looking forward to visting with you and introducing you to our KinderCare team.  We want your children to feel comfortable in their environment.  We do this by creating a family friendly atmosphere for your child to help them feel loved and respected to develop a strong sense of self.   Here at KinderCare, all of our curriculum are designed to prepare your child for their elementary school years. We utilize all our skills into creating an exciting adventure for your child every single day. They receive support from a team of individuals with a passion for teaching and nurturing children.  We offer flexible schedules to meet the needs of your family.  We look forward to the opportunity to be a part of your child's educational experience!

At The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education, we believe that caring for and educating children is a noble and enriching task. We are more than just a child care center. We pride ourselves on the love and respect we provide to each child and their family. We have more than 25 years of experience in providing children with the tools and the environment necessary to achieve their highest potential.

When you walk into our center, you get a sense of being amongst family. We consider our center to be your child's home away from home. At The Learning Experience children are given the support they need to grow socially, physically and emotionally (or LEARN, PLAY and GROW) in a safe and secure environment. High-tech security systems, an exceptional and proprietary curriculum, a well-equipped, clean and sanitary environment and state of the art center are just some of the ways The Learning Experience stands apart from the others. We are proud of our structured, yet fun environment that offers children a world of opportunity to gain confidence and knowledge, all while establishing a love for learning and giving parents peace of mind that their child is in good hands.

It is important to trust the people who are responsible for the care and education of your children. Each staff member is a loving and nurturing individual with exceptional credentials. Teachers and assistants must follow strict guidelines, meet all state certification requirements and are encouraged to participate in sponsored continuing education programs. Mandatory First Aid training and CPR courses are provided annually. Consistent evaluations by superiors and parents help maintain the center's high standard of excellence for its personnel.

We know that choosing a daycare for your child can be a difficult decision. Knowing that, we are here to help and to provide parents with peace of mind that their little one(s) are being cared for in a nurturing, warm and secure environment. Whether your child is an infant or preschooler, we offer the best in age-appropriate care and academic and enrichment programming. We encourage you to visit our center so that you can see first-hand you how we can make a positive difference in your child's life.

Licensed day care since 2003 with a lifetime of working with or around children. Open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. Caring for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I serve: Breakfast, lunch and morning and afternoon snacks with a lightly structured daily routine. We are in the St. Charles School district, specifically a local Elementary for those who live in the River Ridge subdivision this is perfect. Entire first floor includes a big family room/ play area, large eat in kitchen and large day care playroom in front of the house. I have a big fully fenced back yard with fort and play-sets for all age groups. Plenty of space for running and games and a large patio for outdoor play on not so nice days. I am CPR and First Aid trained with 15 hours minimum early childhood education annually. Referrals available upon request.

I offer safe, loving care for children 6 weeks to 12 years. I offer a program with mixed age groups and my curriculum is based off of the new preschool standards and creative curriculum.
I am licensed by the state and update my CPR and First Aid yearly as well as child care classes. I have been caring for children of all ages for over 15 years. Please let me know if you are interested as I have full-time and part-time available. I want your child to have fun, learn and grow. I am located on the east side of Saint Charles/West Chicago area.
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I had a childcare business out of my home for 7 years and I'm re-opening! I am a stay-at-home mom to three kids; ages 17,14 and 3. The older kids are at school all day, so I'm would like to watch 1-2 kids part-time or full-time in my Mill Creek home. I also will watch your child if you need a few hours to run errands, shop or just need some "me" time. I will provide a safe, loving, nurturing, clean environment for your child.