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Hardison Home group daycare

38029 North Wilson Ave Waukegan, IL

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Welcome to Hardison Group Home Daycare! We offer childcare for families looking to provide their children with a loving and kind environment that's just like home. At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that prepare them for a successful and happy future. Our...
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Medeea Mayo Home Daycare

2420 9th Pkwy Waukegan, IL

State license verified

We are a licensed, Accredited, QRS Star level 3 home daycare. Certified in First Aid, CPR and CDA. We provide care for children ages 6wks-12yrs. We strive to provide the best care for children not only physically but educationally and developmentally. This is a daycare where your child will learn and grow. Above all else this is...
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Joy Daycare & Child Learning Center

2000 Western Ave Waukegan, IL

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Joy Daycare is a spacious, safe, and welcoming childcare facility ready to meet the needs of our community! Reach out to us today for more information on enrolling your children intro our top of the line program. We are now offering child care for children Kindergarten through third grade who are enrolled in remote learning! We...
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Bundle Of Joy Childcare

1529 13TH STREET Waukegan, IL

State license verified

Bundle of Joy is a safe, loving daycare home with CDA, Silver star rating with ExceleRate Illinois and accredited with NAFCC. Our all-inclusive program provides quality childcare to children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. We provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and extracurricular activities. We also provide before and after...
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Priceless Packages Preschoolers

1719 N. McAree Rd. Waukegan, IL

Priceless Packages Preschoolers Licensed Family Home Daycare North Waukegan IL, 60085 Qualifications: DCFS licensed DCFS background checked CPR & First Aid certified in pediatrics and adults Work w/USDA food program (providing nutritious FREE meals daily) CDA certified Accumulate over 100 hours yearly (DCFS only...
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Alice's Discovery Academy

1411 S. White Oak Drive Waukegan, IL

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Alice's Discovery Academy is the only ECC facility in Lake County that provides extended hours, including before and after school care and overnight care. More than 1400 children have attended the Academy since 1995. We provide a nurturing childcare environment for preschool, daycare, music programs, art programs, and more,...
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Holding Hands Daycare, Inc.

3301 N New York Ave Waukegan, IL

Quality in-home daycare program caring for infants 6 weeks to 12 years old.
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Mommy's Daycare

35333 N Northern Ave Waukegan, IL

State license verified

My name is Silvia D Rodriguez, I've been in the childcare business for over 20 years. I am a State Licensed in Home Daycare with background check. I offer 2 state programs for low income families. My number one priority is making sure all children are happy and enjoying their time at Mommy's Daycare. There are plenty of toys and...
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Martha's Day Care, located at 1702 Washington St., Waukegan, Illinois, is a child care facility that gives a nurturing learning environment for children. It promotes every child's individuality and reinforces the children's strengths through group activities. It fosters the students' developmentally appropriate thinking skills....
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Children's Garden Day Care

18 Philippa Ave. Waukegan, IL

Child care
Children's Garden Day Care is a safe and nurturing place in Waukegan, Illinois that offers educational child care services. The company serves children from infants through school-age children in a comfortable environment that supports growth and development. The staff at Children's Garden Day Care are bilingual and always ready...
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Delia's Day Care

1401 Washington St Waukegan, IL

Child care
Established in 1994, Delia's Day Care is a full-time childcare facility in Waukegan, Illinois. It has a bilingual atmosphere to cater the cultural diversity of the community. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
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Analita S Daycare

4449 W Hill Ave Waukegan, IL

Child care
Established in 2010, Analita S Daycare provides an educational, loving and reliable care, in a fun environment for young kids. They offer childcare programs for the community in Waukegan, Illinois.
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Bear Hug Daycare, Inc.

1036 Westmoreland Ave Waukegan, IL

Child care
Bear Hug Daycare in Waukegan, Illinois seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Children's Garden Daycare, Inc.

18 Philippa Ave Waukegan, IL

Child care
Children's Garden Daycare, Inc. provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Waukegan, 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 Chickadees's

511 N Elmwood Ave Waukegan, IL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Little Chickadee's Daycare has serviced the Lake County, IL community for 17 years. We have extensive experience with children from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. We are currently changing our new program to cater to school-age children. We specialize in Before and After School Care with transportation (if available). Breakfast...
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Bridging A'gap

1286 S. Elder Lane Waukegan, IL

Our mission is to mold fun-loving, highly qualified, well-rounded mannies and nannies available to care for children while parents are away. We have the most highly qualified group mannies and nannies in the area and we are excited for you to meet them! Bridge A Gap (BAG) believes that it is important to have reliable mannies...
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Jodi Rice

3152 W Newcastle Ct Waukegan, IL

Jodi Rice owns a childcare facility operating at 3152 W Newcastle Court, Waukegan, Illinois. The facility is licensed to handle a maximum of 8 children, providing them a safe, secure and educational environment. Jodi Rice serves infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children.
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Patti Cake Child Care

919 W Greenwood Ave Waukegan, IL

Child care
Patti Cake Child Care located at 919 W Greenwood Avenue, Waukegan, Illinois offers a child care environment that provides a positive learning experience. The center is staffed with trained professionals that guide and meet the children's growth and developmental needs. Learning at Patti Cake is made fun and enjoyable for...
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Cheryle L Johnson

2021 Catalpa St Waukegan, IL

Child care
Cheryle L Johnson owns and operates a child care facility located at 2021 Catalpa Street, Waukegan, Illinois. The licensed facility can accommodate a maximum of 12 children in a safe and secure environment. Children at Cheryle L Johnson's facility are being provided with educational child care service that helps in the growth...
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Little Bear Child Development Center

653 Porter Street Waukegan, IL

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
Little Bear is dedicated to quality care for our students. We provide a safe environment for children that fosters healthy emotional development and a secure relationship with adults and other children. We prepare children socially, academically, physically, and spiritually with positive experiences that last a lifetime.
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Daycare centers near you in Waukegan, IL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Waukegan, IL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Waukegan, IL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Waukegan, IL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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