Schools in Chicago, IL

“It's a good school; it helped me out a lot. I'm glad I went here, and the guy Sergio is a good driving instructor. I recommend taking lessons from him.”

“My niece and nephew (twins) go to this school and they have both blossomed in their own way since starting there this past fall. When I came to visit, I got to be involved with picking them up from school. I got to see how engaged they were with the community of teachers, students, families and it made me so grateful they found this place. Absolutely worth exploring if you have a 2-5 year old person who needs a loving, nurturing school!”

“There isn’t enough words to describe this school. My son has only went for a short period of time but his progress has been truly amazing. As I’ve told the teachers here they are truly magicians :) I wish I had found this school sooner it’s truly a hidden gem. If you’re thinking about this school don’t second guess yourself. Get your babies signed up!”

“We've been very happy with D2D since my son started as a 3 month old in 2022. His teachers are warm, friendly, and fun. My son is excited to go to school everyday to see his friends. I love that we get photo and schedule updates throughout the day, which really reassures me that his needs are being met and he's having a blast doing so many activities. I highly recommend D2D. I was extremely nervous sending him anywhere at first since I work full-time, but I have full trust that the staff are wonderful caregivers and truly care about all of the children in their classes.”

“The TLE folks in Sauganash are amazing, hard working and simply put; a pleasure to have them as the care provider for our children. Ms. Yani, Ms. Amar, Ms. Lisa, Ms. Teo, Ms. Deb, Ms. Collette, Ms. Perla, Ms. Erica (to name a few). The entire TLE staff are dedicated and energetic when it comes to not only meeting the needs of our children, but us as parents. Would absolutely recommend!!”

“WeeCare has been home for our family for over the past 4+ years, and we couldn’t have wished for a better experience! Both of our kids (ages 2 and 4) immediately loved the space, teachers, and all of the great activities (soccer, yoga, dance, etc.) so much. We are so grateful of the care they gave our kiddos and the peace of mind my husband and I got each day at pick-up and drop-off. The staff is the best and we will all miss them and look back fondly at this time ❤️Not to mention, we met some long-lasting friendships with a lot of the other parents!!”

“The Nook Daycare ( South Loop ) is a great place to enroll your child into I’m not only stating that because I’m a teacher here. I state that because I have been to multiple daycares and no other daycare is like this one. They have extra curriculum classes such as Spanish , dance , and sign language class. The art projects are amazing. The staff really cares for the kids. The kids are very smart. The director has great leadership. Also everyone is very welcoming. I am proud to be apart of the staff at The Nook Daycare.?”

“My little one started at children’s creative center about 7 weeks ago. He is currently 16 months and had a nanny prior. My husband and I could not be happier with our choice in sending our son to CCC. The staff is so friendly, nurturing, attentive, and caring. Our little guy says his teacher’s name (abbey) non stop.I toured many places during my day care search and I can say with confidence that we made the perfect choice. We love CCC, especially my son!”

“Our twins were at Kids' Work for just over a year before we moved. I cannot say enough good things about the teachers and staff. Our boys loved going everyday, and the pictures and updates that they sent always made my day. I could tell they genuinely cared about our boys. We will truly miss them!”

“I’ve found an incredible group of models for my son! It's wonderful to know that they've been patient, resilient, and understanding and for that I feel confident in their ability to care for him. Building a strong relationship with my son’s teachers is so important, and it's clear that I’ve built great connection with them. It's even more fantastic that I feel empowered to communicate effectively with them about my son's well-being and any concerns I may have. Imma always and KEEP nurturing that positive relationship I have with them!!! I can’t thank these individuals enough for alll they do and HAVE done!!!!”

“As a former educator, I am very particular about what I want in a school for my children. We were very nervous how the transition would go for our son who was born right at the start of COVID but through their gentle transition into school, he’s thriving. The teachers at Mary Meyer are the absolute best, they are highly qualified, truly know children, have such fun and engaging activities, but most importantly they are kind. Not only do we love the school but my son looks forward to it every day. The amount of information (and tons of pictures!!!) we receive as parents is phenomenal. The activities are very purposefully curated and spark such excitement and learning. I love that my son walks into school with a huge smile, is smiling and giggling throughout his play, and leaves smiling, often covered with bits of paint and glitter from all his adventures.”

“We love Gardner! The staff is fantastic and caring as can be. They took great care of our daughter and even after just a few weeks, we noticed advancements in both her abilities and understanding cues. Additionally, they made it as seamless as possible to onboard, get billing & logistics all figured out, and overall, make us as parents feel comfortable. We’d recommend Gardner to anyone looking for top notch care for their child.”

“Gardner River North is such a great school! From the front desk staff to Miss Sydney and Mr. DJ. They really care to make sure our children our safe and learning. I appreciate always be welcome into the class and knowing that my son was good in class and getting a detailed report each day I pick him up. I also love that they send us photos and daily learning so we know what our children are doing during the day. Such a great staff! Sad to see Miss Sydney go but Mr. DJ is fabulous. I’m sure he will do a great job as well.”

“Today was our last day in kindergarten, where my child has been going since 2021. I want to express my great gratitude to the director of the kindergarten, Ms. Lyuba, for her professional approach to issues, for her care and words of support at the right time. A low bow to all the teachers who gave their love and affection, created a good atmosphere for the children every day, my child went to kindergarten with joy. Ms. Ira, Ms. Lilya, Miss Monica (as well as all the teachers and assistant teachers who were involved with my child) - THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! Thank you ❤️
I recommend this kindergarten from the bottom of my heart and we already miss it ”

“The teachers here are very dedicated. Ms. Selene and Ms.Diana have been wonderful! Very understanding and they have made my little girl feel like family. The coordinators are very knowledgeable and open to answer any and all questions. I'm very happy with the environment and attention to kids. Thank you North Elston Kindercare ?!!!”

“THIS IS THE BEST! No need to look elsewhere. Having raised 6 kids and a full-time working mom, I know how hard it is to find excellent childcare. Now as a grandmother, I am thrilled that my daughter and son-in-law found University Chikdren’s Center for my grandson. He started there at 10 weeks and the care, love, commitment and expertise in the infants room has continued through to the Waddlers. The teachers are truly like family. They welcomed me as a grandparent right away. From the time you walk in and Simone and Dominique say good morning to Miss Chloe, Karen and more, my grandson and I have smiles on our faces. The staff also go above and beyond. During an emergency, a teacher went to the apartment to stay with Jack without wasting a minute. Having this kind of support when there is no family around is so important (I do not live in Chicago, but am here a LOT and loving it).It is a loving, caring, engaging learning environment. Children progress at their own pace with no pressure. The classes are clean and have a lot of toys and books. The food provided is fresh, varied and nutritious.A definite A+. No need to look elsewhere!”

“We are so thankful we found Dreamers- it was the best start for our son. The team is so thoughtful and truly care for all the kids. We also love the communication and photos throughout the day in the app.”

“Delilah is extremely blessed to be apart of an amazing daycare. I have been extremely pleased with the experience. The staff is friendly, caring, and professional, creating a warm and nurturing environment for the children. The facilities are clean, well-maintained, and equipped with age-appropriate toys and learning materials. I appreciate that Busy Bee Daycare prioritizes the safety of the children. They have secure entry systems and adhere to strict protocols for pick-up and drop-off. The daycare also has a well-structured daily schedule that includes a variety of activities, such as arts and crafts, outdoor play, story time, and learning sessions. The caregivers at Busy Bee Daycare are highly attentive and knowledgeable. They actively engage with the children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. I’ve noticed a positive impact on Delilah’s communication skills, creativity, and overall growth since attending this daycare. Busy Bee Daycare maintains excellent communication with parents. They provide regular updates on their parent/teacher portal. The staff is approachable and always open to addressing any concerns or questions that parents may have. I highly recommend Busy Bee Daycare. It’s a place where children are well-cared for, stimulated, and given the opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment.”

“Words cannot describe how much we love Green Bean! We toured multiple daycare centers in Chicago and immediately when we walked into Green Bean we knew it was the one! Our daughter has been going there since she was just 6 months old and we have watched her thrive both socially and developmentally. The teachers and staff are amazing and truly treat each kid with kindness, so much nurturing and are always happy. The activities they do have so much thought and creativity behind them. We know when we send our daughter there she isn’t just stuck inside a classroom. They ensure the kids get music, playtime in the studio, sensory activities catered to their age, and plenty of outdoor time. Green Bean also makes it so easy on the parents as they help figure out sleep schedules, eating routines and transitioning from purees to solids. They do it all from bottles to solids and you don’t have to worry about anything.We are relocating to move across the country and we truly contemplated postponing our move until our kids went to Kindergarten because there is truly no school like Green Bean out there and we can’t image sending our kids anywhere else. We are going to miss everything about this school and so grateful for our time there!”

“My family and I feel very fortunate to have found such a warm and wonderful daycare. Director – Wow! She is the best. Francis is there every day before we get there don’t know how she has the energy. She knows everything, fills in when needed in each room. She is wonderful. Not sure what would Kiddy Kare Site I would be without her.”

“I very recommend Lake Shore Schools in 6759 N Greenview Ave. Our daughter attended LSS for over year and she just left at he end of July. She loved her teachers Ms Monica and Ms Kerrin! They were cheerful and loving. They took education seriously but also play, and my daughter made good friends there. The administration was also very professional and flexible, just lovely all around! You are the best LSS! Thank you???”

“Our family absolutely loves the Gardner School! Our two sons go there and we appreciate them delineating between the “academic year” and “summer camp”. Our older son went from a less traditional daycare without a defined curriculum to the Gardner programs and within weeks we saw extraordinary progress with his development with counting and the alphabet. He was brought in brand new to the Two’s program about 6 months after they opened this location. We also appreciate the extracurricular activities available (offered once a week). Our oldest was involved in karate and gymnastics and our youngest is enjoying the music program. The Gardner school uses the Brightwheel app to communicate with parents throughout the day, and send us picture throughout the day. The teachers have been great and communicative, and are open to parent involvement.”

“Jordan listened to all I had going on I didn't feel rushed at all and she came up with a plan for me to figure out what is going on with my health. If you have felt gaslighted by your doctors and need somewhere to go this is the place.”

“We feel so lucky to have found Kids & Co! The entire staff is compassionate, caring, and attentive. Kristina the site director is amazing and communicative, and our 2-yo son loves going to his “school” every day. He even asks to go on the weekends to see his teachers and friends. Thank you for all that you do!!”

“Definitely one of the best daycare/preschool I know. Their staff is so loving, caring and hands on with my son, and the facility is amazing. What really blew my mind was how they were so helpful with helping me find resources and therapies for my son development and especially with the IEP process. They were there to speak with the advisors/therapists so they could also get better insight to gauge where my son is in his development in school and what programs he should continue to get and what would be the best school he should go to continue his services. Overall, PAW is the best daycare/preschool I know and my son would not be where he is in his development without them.”

“I can't believe it has been 50 years. I am honored to say I was one of the first students of Les Finch's Learning Tree. I celebrated many milestones here. Mrs. Finch and Mr. Ben ensured it was a daycare second to none. I attended daycare, as well as the after school program. I was a member of the Gospel Choir, and The Les Finch's High Steppers majorettes. Les Finch's was also a rich part of my family history.....my mother was a teacher, choir director, and majorette leader for many years, as well as my daughter being a student, and a DGM modeling alumni. I thank God for Les Finch's....... congratulations on 50 years of service, may God bless you with many more”

“I love this school! My daughter’s first time going to school for early head start! Kove communicate with parents really good! And fun Activities not just for the kids but for parents also which is really fun! My daughter loves going to school every morning and comes out of school with a big smile in her face every day!!”

“I enrolled my 2 year old last year & we couldn’t be happier with the experience. My daughter has type 1 diabetes & the staff at The Castle are incredible. They are ALL kind, patient, tentative & communicative. My daughter loves going to school & I truly feel like she is in the best hands every time I drop her off. I would recommend The Castle to anyone who is looking to send their kids to a place with kind hearted people. You can really tell they take pride in what they do.”

“Our pre-K teacher Miss Brittany Caldwell is a special coworker . She goes beyond for her 3 to 5 year old children. She make sure that her children are getting ready for the next level for Kindergarten! I really do appreciate her here!!”