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The Learning Experience – Gurnee offers daycare, preschool, and school-age programs for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Located near Grand Avenue and I-94, we serve families in Gurnee, Waukegan,...
Infants
Our infant daycare program in Gurnee includes belly time, music, exploration, and sensory stimulation that supports early development. We follow each baby’s feeding and nap schedule to create a nurturing and consistent environment.
Twaddlers
Our twaddler daycare program in Gurnee encourages exploration and growing communication skills. Our curriculum helps children expand language abilities and strengthen verbal communication through engaging activities.
Also offers: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Preppers, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we provide quality experiences for infants to school-age students (up to age 12)...
Drop-In Care
Our Flex Care program allows you to purchase child care days in advance. That way, you can use them when you need them—all year long. You’ll love the reliability and flexibility, and your child will love our proven early education curriculum and fun, safe, secure environment. Prepaid cards come in five-day increments and can be bought at your school. Each is good for one full year. Once you’ve completed the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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Every day at Right At School is a chance to learn, play, and grow. We're safe and on-site at your school, in a place full of caring educators, new and best friends, and heaps of fun! With flexible 1,...
Before & After School Care
Before school and after school care provided on-site care at your school, in a place full of caring educators.
Homework Assistance
We know that homework completion, accuracy, and understanding are of top priority for parents with children in after school care. Our tutors offer guidance and assistance with homework and have additional exercises for each child to work on based on his/her individualized plan.
Also offers: Tutoring
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Twos, Toddlers, Early Preschool, and more
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Every day at Right At School is a chance to learn, play, and grow. We're safe and on-site at your school, in a place full of caring educators, new and best friends, and heaps of fun! With flexible 1,...
Before & After School Care
Before school and after school care provided on-site care at your school, in a place full of caring educators.
Homework Assistance
We know that homework completion, accuracy, and understanding are of top priority for parents with children in after school care. Our tutors offer guidance and assistance with homework and have additional exercises for each child to work on based on his/her individualized plan.
Also offers: Tutoring
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Primrose School of Long Grove is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on N Old McHenry Road near Heron Creek Forest Preserve and Kemper...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool, Preschool Pathways, and more
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child's individual...
Infant Care
Our infant program is designed to offer a secure place with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine, and who know every day that they’re not caring for any child, but the most important child — yours.
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Also offers: Preschool, Kindergarten Prep, School Age Programs, and more
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The School of St. Mary is a PreK–8 Catholic school in Lake Forest, forming students to Learn, Serve, and Lead. Known for strong academics and a nurturing community, we offer differentiated...
Little Angels (PreK-2)
Our Little Angels two-year-old preschool is a joyful half-day program offered in 2-, 3-, and 5-day options. Through play-based learning in a warm, nurturing environment, children build social skills, independence, and confidence while experiencing a gentle, faith-filled introduction to school.
Shining Saints (PreK-3)
Shining Saints PreK3 offers full- and half-day options in 3- or 5-day schedules. Through play-based learning in a warm, faith-filled community, children build independence, social-emotional skills, and early literacy and numeracy foundations while growing in confidence and joy.
Also offers: Junior Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
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Child Care near Lake Forest, IL
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Located near Washington St., our home-based care is a steady, reliable spot for kids of all ages. We keep a good routine that mixes individual craft projects with group snack times, so the kids get a...
Child Care Program
We do tummy time, cuddle time, feeding and basic care. In order to do this we have them out for story time with all the other age groups. We keep them on playmats to engage them with their world among other things.
Toddler Care Program
We engage is early learning education with the toddlers. We do some pre-school learning dealing with colors, shapes and learning our alphabet, followed by free or shared play time.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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The Goddard School of Hawthorn Woods - Lake Zurich is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features multiple playgrounds, an outdoor classroom for learning in nature,...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Toddler Classroom, Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom, and more
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Home based program that provides care and education for children. Academics are presented through the Mother Goose Time and Brite-Start Learning Program. Activities include outdoor time, crafts,...
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The Goddard School of Arlington Heights is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an indoor gym, a rock wall for climbing, and outdoor playgrounds where...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Toddler Classroom, Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom, and more
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The Goddard School of Buffalo Grove is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a dramatic arts studio, an outdoor classroom and playground, and a dedicated space...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Toddler Classroom, Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom, and more
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