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St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our...

- Jamie

Creative Childrens Learning Center Inc

We are very happy with Creative Children's Learning Center. My child started in the toddler classroom a couple years ago and is excited...

- Jennifer S.

TLC Child Enrichment Center

I been taking my son to TLC now for 4 years and I love it as much as he does! They care about his education and well being almost the same...

- Shannon

Top Preschools Near Waterloo

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Child's World Preschool

200 N Main St Waterloo, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Established in 1996, Child's World Preschool is a ministry of St. Paul U.C.C. Their curriculum includes academics and fosters the children's spiritual growth as well. Located in Waterloo Illinois, programs offered are childcare, preschool, and kindergarten.
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Children First Learning Center, Inc.

409 Lakeview Dr Waterloo, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Established in 2011, Children First Learning Center strives to create a high quality, safe, learning environment for our families. They aim to provide sensory experiences, cognitive, physical, and language activities that enhance children's growth. Their program allows children to learn appropriate behaviors for group...
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Lighthouse Learning Center

303 Covington Dr Waterloo, IL

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Lighthouse Learning Center in Waterloo, Illinois is a place where children explore, discover, learn and have fun. It is an educational childcare facility serving children from infants through twelve years of age, providing them programs and caring teachers that aids in their growth and development. Lighthouse Learning Center is...
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Caywood's Youth Center Inc

221 Bradford Ln Waterloo, IL

Child care
Preschool
Caywood's Youth Center Inc. in Waterloo, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center for children from infants to pre-kindergarten. They are open every Monday to Friday, 6AM to 6PM. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...
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St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

227 North Goodhaven Columbia, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool is a DCFS licensed preschool. We exist to assist the young child's spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, and physical development. We believe that children learn through active play. Our environment is set up with many hands-on activities for children to explore on a daily basis. Our staff...

Jamie says "We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our children were so well...

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Creative Childrens Learning Center Inc

514 N Main St Smithton, IL

4.0(3)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Creative Children’s Learning Center is a licensed center located in Smithton, IL. They provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. They offer both full-time and part-time sessions for preschool students. They have been providing quality, age appropriate curriculum since year 2000....

Jennifer S. says "We are very happy with Creative Children's Learning Center. My child started in the toddler classroom a couple years ago and is excited about going to...

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TLC Child Enrichment Center

18 N Main St Smithton, IL

5.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
TLC Child Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center that offers educational day care programs for preschoolers and elementary students. The company serves the Smithton community in Illinois, and its services are open to children ages six weeks to 12 years old. TLC Child Enrichment Center can accommodate a maximum of 83...

Shannon says "I been taking my son to TLC now for 4 years and I love it as much as he does! They care about his education and well being almost the same if not even...

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St James Early Childhood Center

105 S Lafayette St Millstadt, IL

Kindergarten
Preschool
Located in Millstadt, Illinois, the St. James Early Childhood Center offers programs for infants and preschool in a Christian environment that is warm and nurturing. The preschool program accepts children ages three to five years old while the infant/toddler group is for children ages 6 weeks through three years old. The school...
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Mary Herbeck

1553 Hill Top Rd Columbia, IL

Child care
Mary Herbeck owns a childcare facility that operates from Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility located at 1553 Hill Top Road, Columbia, Illinois can accommodate eight children comfortably. Mary Herbeck serves infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children, providing them a safe and nurturing environment...
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Happy Days Preschool

7 E South St Smithton, IL

Child care
Preschool
Happy Days Preschool is a Christian Preschool providing a warm, happy, loving environment where children can play, grow, and learn. Established in 1992, they offer quality early childhood education to the community of Smithton.
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Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc

100 Southwoods Ctr Columbia, IL

Child care
Preschool
Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Columbia, 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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Little Friends Preschool

127 Saint Paul St Columbia, IL

Child care
Preschool
Little Friends Preschool is an early childhood education center located in Columbia, Illinois. The center accepts children ages three to five years old, preparing them academically and developing their social and emotional skills. Little Friends Preschool provides children with qualified and dedicated teachers that guides them...
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Daytime Discoveries

627 S Meyer Ave Valmeyer, IL

Child care
Preschool
Daytime Discoveries provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Valmeyer, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to twelve 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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St. James Infant & Toddler Center

425 Veterans Dr Millstadt, IL

Child care
St. James Infant & Toddler Center located in Millstadt, IL offers comprehensive curriculum-based programs for children between the ages of six weeks and three years old. The school provides newly renovated building with secured entry and led by certified Early Childhood Education teachers.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Waterloo, IL

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

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

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

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