The Nest Schools Crystal Lake
Open today 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.Welcome to The Nest Schools of Lakewood, Illinois! We are proud to offer Lakewood families the highest quality childcare and preschool programs. Our curriculum and program design incorporate the most current research in early development to best prepare children for their future in and out of the classroom. At The Nest, we work every day to create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour!
Location Info
8525 Redtail Dr
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Military Assistance
- Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Offers out-of-school time care.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Diapers and wipes are provided.
- Meals are provided.
- Outdoor play space is available.
Programs Offered
Infants
Young Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
American Sign Language, English
Description
Ducklings: We recognize that your young toddler has the capacity to learn so much in the first few years of their life by simply having opportunities to explore and play amongst peers. Our teachers encourage learning through daily routines and experiences involving health and physical development, social-emotional development, language and literacy development, and so much more. Your child will enjoy their first steps towards discovering their independence through fun, positive interactions with other children in a safe, structured, and secure environment. Our ducklings curriculum also includes our Global Gull American Sign Language Program. Most young children begin to talk around 12 months old, while some infants even try to communicate with their parents and caregivers even earlier! One way of helping our young children express their feelings, wants, and needs without crying and frustration of a lack of understanding from adults is through simple sign language, commonly known as ‘Baby Core Signs.’ These core signs include words like milk, sleep, play, all done, more, mother, father, etc.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Older Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
American Sign Language, English
Description
Our Cardinal program supports older toddlers and their increased independence, exploration of emotions and feelings, and fast-developing use of language. We also understand and support their continued desire to explore everything about their world. We believe our play-based philosophy and learning center structure gives them the best opportunity to do this. Activities such as ice painting or sorting objects by color will stimulate your child’s inquisitive mind. While in a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment, our program is designed to encourage individual creative expression through your child’s own strengths and interests and foster a passion for learning! Our Cardinals curriculum also includes our Global Gull American Sign Language Program. Most young children begin to talk around 12 months old, while some infants even try to communicate with their parents and caregivers even earlier! One way of helping our young children express their feelings, wants, and needs without crying and frustration of a lack of understanding from adults is through simple sign language, commonly known as ‘Baby Core Signs.’ These core signs include words like milk, sleep, play, all done, more, mother, father, etc.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Description
Penguins: The early preschool years are nothing short of amazing! Children at this age have an overwhelming eagerness to learn and you will notice that their ability to experiment, explore, and focus on set activities begins to change rapidly. Our Penguin program supports young preschoolers and their need to be challenged, engaged, and encouraged in their learning and personal interests. All of this is done with the belief that children learn best through play! The success of our preschool classrooms truly lies in the environment and materials that have been carefully selected to provide our preschool children with a high-quality learning experience. The individual learning environments in these classrooms invite children in to explore, create, wonder, and question the world around them and is where you can expect to see the elements of our Nest Play curriculum and many other activities come to life. Our Penguins curriculum includes the Global Gull Spanish Language Program. 10-12 minutes are set aside each day to introduce and practice new Spanish vocabulary. Words are selected that relate together in a common theme. Manipulatives and realistic images are used alongside learning new words. New Spanish vocabulary is incorporated into the children’s learning experiences and opportunities. A few examples of Spanish words we will learn together: Todo Hecho (All Done), Jugar (Play), and Sí (Yes).
Education Types
- Emergent
- Play-Based
Pre-K
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English, Spanish
Description
Robins: The older preschool years consist of so much learning and development! Their peer relationships are strengthening, they have a more complex understanding and use of language, and their overall motor skills have developed rapidly. Our Robins program continues to provide for preschoolers and their need to be challenged, engaged, and supported in their learning and personal interests. To prepare our older preschoolers for entering school, teachers provide guidance on following directions and routine, communication with others, problem-solving, and self-control through fun and engaging activities inside and outside the classroom. Learning experiences will take up the bulk of their day and is where you can expect to see the elements of our Nest Play curriculum and many other activities come to life.
Education Types
- Emergent
- Play-Based
Pre-K Masters
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Our Pre-K Masters program is thoughtfully designed for children who need a third year of preschool, whether due to a late birthday, developmental readiness, or simply the need for an extra year to grow before starting kindergarten. This Pre-K bridge program provides the perfect balance of academic skill-building and social-emotional development to ensure your child enters elementary school confident, capable, and excited to learn. Building on the foundation of our Robins program, Pre-K Masters is a discovery-based program designed to nurture the whole child and build a strong foundation for learning. Aligned with nationally recognized kindergarten readiness expectations, state early learning standards, and NAEYC best practices for teaching in early childhood, Pre-K Masters blends academic skill-based workshops with hands-on exploration to foster independence, problem-solving, and cognitive growth in young children. Within this program, children will engage in literacy, math, science, and social-emotional learning using discovery themes to make real-world connections and support life-long learning.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Emergent
School Age
Schedules
Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Pelicans: Our School Age program provides children with opportunities for exploration, creativity, and fun challenges to support them in becoming their best selves. Our program consists of a mix of guided activities planned by the children and teacher-guided activities. We offer Before& After-School Care for Hussman Elementary and North Elementary Schools.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Summer Camp
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Languages Taught
English
Description
Open to children ages 5 – 12 years old (must have completed kindergarten). Summer is one of the things children look forward to the most. School’s out, and children are ready to get back to their much-awaited playtime. But instead of letting your child become glued to TV screens, computers, or mobile devices watching cartoons or playing video games, this is the perfect time to encourage them to engage in activities that offer the right balance between learning and fun. This is where summer camp comes in! Our carefully crafted camp program is designed to inspire elementary-aged children through a variety of fun and educational activities. Our camps offer unique activities led by experienced counselors that are centered around life lessons, exploration, and fun.
Education Types
- Play-Based
Licensing
The Nest Schools Crystal Lake is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
623379
Parent Reviews
Great experience! Becky and Lorali are top notch and all the teachers are so nurturing and fun! My daughter loves going to school each day!
My daughters are 10 and 7 years old and come in the afternoons after school and even though it is for just a couple hours, they enjoy their time playing on the playground and interacting with the other school age kiddos as well as the 4–5-year-olds. My husband and I are thrilled The Nest Schools is so close to their school, our home, and we will gladly build a community of support with them.
The building is very clean, & the teachers & staff are always friendly. Teachers who aren’t my children’s teachers always greet them. I also appreciate the partnership & transparency. The teachers and staff are so great at communicating. It’s so great to know that my kiddos learning & having fun every day. 🙂
