Our 2 year old started at Kids' Work last year after we switched from another local center. Our…read moreprevious daycare was fine--our son was safe and cared for, but we felt he wasn't getting enough mental stimulation, and our interactions with staff were inconsistent. Once we started at Kids' Work, we realized what we'd been missing. The staff is incredible. Every person we've met has been friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely seems happy to be there. You can tell management supports their team because the teachers never seem stressed or burned out. It's comforting to know that positive energy trickles down to the kids too. Our son is always so excited to see his teachers and classmates. Every one of his teachers has been warm and knowledgeable--the kind of people who truly love working with children. Leidy, Dina, and Desire were wonderful in the infant room, and he absolutely adores his current toddler teachers, Sydney, Monica, and Ana. He talks about them constantly. We get consistent, clear communication from his teachers about everything that happens in the classroom. They sincerely celebrate milestones with us, and whenever we face challenges, they are quick to ask questions, troubleshoot, and share tips as appropriate. The curriculum is excellent. Music and Spanish teachers come into the classroom weekly, and every day is full of creative projects and plenty of outside time. The facilities are always clean, organized, and filled with high-quality toys. The admin team has also been incredibly helpful whenever we've had questions or concerns. For example, when we were worried about our son's transition to the toddler room, Lindsey took time to reassure us and share resources to make sure he was ready. Their advice was spot on--he thrived in the new environment immediately. Last but absolutely not least, the level of organization at Kids' Work is impressive. Everything from sick policies to daily classroom schedules is well thought out, clearly communicated, and consistent. Nothing slips through the cracks with this team--and everyone is safer, healthier, and more sane because of it. We feel lucky to have found this place. It's not the cheapest option, but if you're looking for a daycare that genuinely goes the extra mile, this is the one.

We sent our little 7 month old to Kids' Work with great trepidation, as any new parent would…read more However, we would have been a lot more nervous had Kids' Work not proactively prepared us for what to expect and do, from the very beginning. As a result, we went to Kids' Work and never looked back. The place really feels like one big family. The environment is clean and welcoming (cleaner than any other daycare we visited), every teacher and administrator knows our son's name (impressive!), we get frequent updates on the daily activities, and most important of all, our son loves it there! The bonds he created with his infant room teachers are so heartwarming to watch. The teachers go above and beyond every day to make the parents' lives easier, and those little things matter, a lot. I would recommend Kids' Work to anyone looking for a wonderful place for their child to grow and learn!

We were at little green treehouse for about a year before we moved. The first two months were a…read morelittle strange with a lot of teacher turnover. Then we got settled with truly the greatest teachers we could've asked for and all was wonderful - our child was so well cared for by these teachers and I felt so comfortable leaving her with them each day. She transitioned to a new classroom right before we moved and we didn't get to know those teachers as well but it was so clear the love & care they treated all the kids in that classroom with as well. The first few months with different teachers set kind of a bad first impression and an awkward tone - our child was sent home multiple times for being sick when she was not (in fact, they sent her home on her first day and she was not allowed to return the next day, because she had "thrown up," even though I had warned she was a huge spitter and to expect this from her). Again eventually we got into a good groove but I didn't love the way management went about things. It felt the teachers were not treated as highly as they should be, or likely paid as well as they should be. The facilities were not what you'd expect for the amount we were paying. And I had to follow up multiple times to get responses on my handful of emails, honestly some of which were just ignored altogether. So teachers, 1000/10, management 1/10.

Our son has been at LGTH for over a year. He started in the infant room and is now a toddler. We've…read morehad nothing but positive experiences with the teachers, especially Nora. They treat the children with so much care and compassion. I'm regularly amazed by new words and skills my son learns at daycare. A major bonus; the teachers are allowed to babysit. We've taken advantage of this with Nora and she now feels like an extension of our family.

don't really like writing reviews, but felt i needed to weigh in to help counterbalance amber's 1…read morestar post. certainly bad experiences are possible and can happen anywhere. my observation is that these usually happen because of poor communication rather than due to some inherent problem. this really must have been the case with LGTH. in our experience - as in the experience of a pretty tight-knit group of parents from several classrooms - LGTH staff and admin are nothing short of excellent. they really go above and beyond in terms of the actual child care and in terms of the various logistics parents care about, such as thorough information about the day's activities, great meals, great e-mail communication, etc. we're about to put our second child into LGTH and let me tell ya - it's a big sigh of relief, because i know he'll be taken care of well.

Most of the staff is not diverse friendly, if you catch my drift. The directors are close friends…read morewith most of the staff. One big clique. They talk, in a bad way, about the students and parents. If one worker doesn't like you, the entire clique doesn't. The owners are clueless to everything. They allow you to work there and change the childrens diapers, before your background check is cleared. Not safe or smart at all. Please do not be fooled by the tour, if you have one. They all put on their best behavior.

I can't say enough good things about Children's Learning Place! My daughter started at the Lakeview…read morelocation when she was just 4 years old, and from day one, it was a wonderful experience. The classroom itself was nurturing and fun, but what truly made it special were the directors, Candace and Christine. They made sure both my daughter's needs and my needs as a parent were always met. I felt supported and heard, and most importantly, I watched my daughter grow and thrive. After a move, she transitioned to the Logan Square location, and I was honestly nervous about the change. But I had nothing to worry about; the transition was smooth, and she continued to blossom. Her readiness for kindergarten has improved tremendously, and more than just academic skills, she's gained so much confidence in herself. The team at Logan Square has been amazing. Brittni, Megan, and Nina have gone above and beyond to make sure my daughter is safe, happy, and learning every single day. Knowing she's in such loving and capable hands while I'm at work gives me total peace of mind. She comes home excited to share what she learned and full of joy, and as a parent, that's everything. Thank you, Children's Learning Place, for being such a positive and foundational part of my daughter's early education journey!

Our daughter went to the Bucktown location for 3 years and we had an amazing experience. Everyone…read moreis so incredibly kind and friendly. We felt so fortunate to be able to send her to such a loving an supportive environment every day. Honestly, we loved pretty much every teacher and Ms. Amanda does an incredible job running this place.

My child goes to Meijer and I can't believe how they treat students that are not in their favored…read moreprograms and or favored in general my child got in trouble for trying to stand up to somebody who did something wrong and protect the girl that was behind it and or the victim and she got sent away from her class because apparently it was a rumor even though multiple kids hadn't seen it and they should have taken it more seriously but the point it's I can't believe they're protecting a boy that SA girl maybe they should take more precautions of how to retreat the situation instead of just saying as a rumor and sweeping it under the rug

Even though this school claims to be inclusive it really isn't. It's very exclusive for the parents…read moreof the community who are majority wyt/wealthy and not for kids outside of the community who come here for the "Montessori" program. Which I wish parents really got a chance to observe a real Montessori class setting as they will VERY quickly realize Mayer isn't a true Montessori school as it claims, no way it can be when it's a PUBLIC school. We had our kids in Montessori before moving to Chicago and this is is NOT what it claims to be. A lot of the teachers here need REAL cultural awareness and also confidentiality training. There is a guard that works here that definitely needs some people's skills she really lacks interpersonal skills. A few of us were in the building and over heard how disrespectful she is to the students , yelling and yelling g them to "shut up" when addressing them, unbelievable really that they would have someone like that around kids. The LSC has the principal controlled and we believe she even fears them, which is sad because she's cool and great things could happen here. It's shocking that in a school with so much $ students have such limited access to quality music, art and language programs - and how there isn't much visible pride in having a "multicultural" school. All in all Mayer is pretty lame considering everything it claims to be, just another public school. Needless to say we're very excited to be leaving and going to La Salle where they are welcoming from the moment you walk in. Anyone looking at Mayer thinking quality and wholesomeness , keep looking.

Our daughter is heading to Kindergarten this August after three years at Concordia on Seeley. She's…read moregrown and flourished with the support of her caring teachers, administrators and support staff. The school is also very communicative with parents - I really love how they use the Tadpoles app. We can easily message teachers and get updates on what is going on at the school. And we get detailed, daily report of meals and snacks, naps, projects she's working on, and pictures of her playing with her friends. They also have a nice-sized gym, a huge plus during bad-weather days. And we were so impressed with how Concordia handled COVID and kept our kid and her classmates safe. During our three years, turnover was very low and she never had a teacher leave. Strongly recommended!

My son has been attending Concordia place on Seeley since December 2019 and I have seen so much…read moreimprovement. He was barely talking when he started and now he is speaking clearly and forming sentences. The staff are all friendly and very professional. My son looks forward to going to school everyday and the teachers truly care about the kids. The administration has great communication and follow up. Their actions during the stay at home order were phenomenal. They had regular zoom circle times so the children were still able to interact with their teachers and classmates, they also sent regular activities and resources. I visited 5 other early learning centers before choosing Concordia Place and I'm so happy I chose them! I could not ask for a nicer center to send my son to!

We are so grateful for the teachers and administrative staff at Loving Care! We followed the…read moredirector and some of the teachers from another daycare, so they have been a part of our family for the past 6 years. The teachers and admin staff truly love the children, and the kids love them back. Our youngest give hugs every day before we leave for home, just like when leaving a family member's home! The warm, loving staff truly care and nurture the kids during this formative stage of life. They are thoughtful in the wide variety of daily activities, including plenty of time spent outdoors exploring and playing at nearby parks. We had such peace of mind leaving our kids, knowing they would be safe, and developing so many skills along the way. They are quick to respond to any questions or issues. Cannot recommend more highly!

I am so thankful that we found such a special place for our child at LSLC. After feeling…read moreunsupported at our previous daycare facility, we find LSLC to be attentive to our needs, to the needs of our child, and responsive on all fronts. We also appreciate the lack of turn-over, which is something that regular in this field. I am grateful for the consistency, the love that the staff show my child each day, and seeing my child grow there.

In honor of Teacher Appreciation week, it's high time I posted this overdue review of Open Space…read moreEarly Learning Center. My son has been attending since October 2021 and the team at OS has been nothing short of stellar. It was important to me to find an environment where he would be safe, they would truly get to know and care about him, as well as nurture his growth and development. It's a tall order but this is my baby so I will only leave him in high quality and capable care. Registration with Ms. Kanwal was seamless and we had a great virtual Q&A with Ms. Jaimie. The center itself is bright and cheery. The classrooms are setup with a child at play in mind. Procedures are digitized where possible including check-in and checkout and they use Brightwheel as their parent interaction app. We get daily updates and photos on the app and can see the thoughtful learning experiences that are being provided. On the subject of Covid19 protocols, yes, they are "strict." My son has been sent home with a runny nose not to return without a pediatrician's letter clearing him to return. I for one appreciate this type of diligence, as they are catching cases early. There have been multiple quarantine closures and sure, they are challenging but it's all to keep our little ones safe and healthy. I have no doubt in my mind that all the protocols enacted are in the best interest of the children and staff. They go beyond what's required and that puts my mind at ease in terms of providing a safe environment. Staff are very responsive and my son's teachers are warm and amazing. They really take the time to listen to him. When he woke up from a nap, one teacher asked him what he dreamed about and he told her "Zoolights" and she told me about their conversation when I picked him up. It warmed my heart as we'd been talking about dreaming about Zoolights a few weeks beforehand so I knew he was talking to her about it. That right there is quality. However, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that there is a degree of staff turnover but I think that's an issue that is prevalent in most daycares. Open Space has been such a great fit for our family and we truly appreciate the top quality care they provide.

I am incredibly grateful for the time that my son spent at Open Space (OS). The engagement at OS…read morefar exceeded my expectations. You can feel the love and care in the air as soon as you walk into the building. The respect that they show the children is incredible. I believe that my son's development soared because of this. In the year and a half that we were at OS, they built a strong team of directors in the front office. They are the first to greet you at pick up and drop off and make themselves available to address any concerns you have in a timely manner. They have even remained in contact with us and supported us after we left. I love the tight-knit community at OS. Everyone on staff knows every student by name and they all lead with joy and positive energy. OS truly does not get enough credit or recognition.