Great day-care place- it is bilingual- Polish/ English. I…read morerecommend this daycare to everybody!

Checks all the boxes ... caring, clean, good reputation. Pre-school program appears much better…read morethan other programs offered in the area.

My son attended Bobbie Noonan's for two's, Juniors, and Preschool. When the big Kindergarten…read moredecision came I sent him to his local public school. The public school did an entrance test to see how much my son knew, and the great news was they said he was definitely ready to start Kindergarten. Thank you Bobbie Noonan for all your hard work!! My family loves Bobbie Noonan. What a great place to send your kids.

I first met Adriana in the winter of 2021 when I was new to Park Ridge and…read morepregnant with our twins. I had exported a list of infant daycare providers from the DCFS site and was working my way down the list. When I set up a tour with Adriana I immediately thought - this is it! She was so calm and caring and had many examples of children staying in her care for years and families staying with the center for new siblings. When I returned to work at 3 months Daycare Children's World became an extension of our family. My children took their first steps and said their first words there. Adriana has been in the childcare field for over 10 years and as a first time mom I trust her to help me make the best decisions for my family. I leaned on her for guidance on introducing solids, tips on tummy time, and to communicate back my children's interests and strengths while in her care. She and her center play a critical role in the development of my children. Full time childcare for infants options are limited, let alone two spots, and even when you find it many times it comes with long waitlists and unaffordable costs. Adriana worked with my family to ensure that the spots were available at the end of my maternity leave so that I did not need to take additional unpaid leave and also not lose out on career growth and opportunities. Adriana and her center are an integral part of my family and the wider Park Ridge community. I gladly recommend her to future families.

I would recommend Daycare Children's World in Park Ridge to any family looking for a safe, loving…read morechildcare center for their baby or young child. The teachers are warm and friendly, and teach the children through imaginative play, music, art, sensory exploration, and games. The environment is developmentally appropriate and stimulating, including an outdoor play area. My daughter grew in her confidence, independence, social skills, and early academic skills during her time at Daycare Children's World. As an elementary school teacher, I know how important these early years of development are, and I am grateful to Adriana, the owner/director, for creating this wonderful environment for the children in our community.

I can't say enough great things about PCEL!! My daughter has flourished so much since going there…read more The management and staff are very understanding, and treat your kids like their own. Mrs. Kelsy, Mrs. Rhabi, and my daughter's classroom teachers made me feel VERY welcomed, and it immediately felt like a family. My daughter learns a lot, and has fun while doing it (which is exactly the balance I wanted for her). They also send you pictures of your child so you can get updates - which provides some peace of mind, and it's so nice to see the great activities and lessons your child is learning. It's hard to find a great place to trust with your child, but this place is truly a GREAT place with loving staff!

We came to the Co-Op mid-pandemic, an unusual decision. But after a few years of mounting…read morefrustrations at another center and hearing about PCEL from a parent who had defected, we decided it was time to make the switch. Our 2 children (5 and 2) are now thriving there, in spite of COVID. We all adore the Center Director, Ms. Rhabi, who is everything you hope for in a Director: warm, caring, communicative, available for questions and concerns, etc. Our son claims she is his best friend. The teachers in both classrooms are wonderful and have done a great job keeping us informed about what the kids are up to on a daily basis, even without the chance for any face to face interactions given COVID protocols. We have been especially impressed that our 5 yo has picked up math concepts (graphing objects) and our 2 yo can identify all the letters in her name and even name some classmates whose names start with some of the letters she knows. Beyond the curriculum, it is clear that the school models and expects the kids to demonstrate kindness and empathy towards one another. We wish the kids were able to spend a little bit more time outside in the winter (on days w/ reasonable weather) and that it were easier to get to know the community during the pandemic. Otherwise, we highly recommend PCEL!

My son just got in a CLASSICAL SCHOOL a few hours before this post! I would like to thank GOD, the…read moreacademy, our fans (its all for you), AND ESPECIALLY, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY...the BEAUTIFUL, KIND, AND LOVING WOMEN at Raindrops Early Learning Center! You guys are the best! This is all I wanted for my son. Extra attention when needed, thoughtful and kind acts during the pandemic, Gorilla Gourmet for the tots, creative curriculum and extra fun events in the summer, and always open to suggestions. They even listen to my problems sometimes ( LOL). Everything I needed in a PRE-K!

From the owner: Raindrop Early Learning Center is a place where children are valued for their sense of wonder,…read moretheir genuine curiosity, their need to explore, and their natural desire to learn. We are a daytime, year-round childcare program created for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, with an after-school program for school age children. Thanks to our strong educational curriculum, outstanding staff and commitment to early childhood learning and development, Raindrop Early Learning Center stands out from other Chicago institutions. We offer a specialized preschool and kindergarten program for children between the ages of two and six. We strive to provide each individual child with an environment that encourages self-discovery and a commitment to learning. Children are encouraged to learn how to solve problems, release their creativity and build social skills. All in all, our curriculum lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning. We adhere to the highest standards of educational and child development. Moreover, our dedicated, caring staff has the experience and know-how to put these principles to work for each and every child. Raindrop Early Learning Center carefully screens and interviews all teachers to ensure that they meet our high educational standards. They are first aid/CPR/AED trained and have all passed a comprehensive background check. Ultimately, we have but one goal: the optimal development of your child!

This school changed my child's life. During covid they opened up their doors and helped him with…read moregaining his emotional and social interactions. They are a clean, compassionate, caring community preschool/ daycare service. I highly recommend them for your child's education and social/ emotional skill building.

If you don't speak polish, DO NOT send your child here! Lack of communication because of the…read morelanguage barrier. The employees are all VERY rude and ignorant. Including the lady who cooks the food. My child was not happy here, they favored all the polish kids over him. He told me the teachers were mean. He was under 3 at the time. Very unorganized daycare.

Brief history: We toured a half dozen daycares in River North and selected our best one. Later we…read moremoved to the South Loop, toured another half dozen daycares and picked our best one. This year, we transitioned to Child Development Center and have never been more pleased. Stacy and Charmaine run a great facility, and our kids love the play-based learning environment!

From the owner: Our Center is also a State PreK located in the downtown area. We have 5 classrooms for 2-5 year…read moreolds year round and offer a summer camp for older grade school children throughout the summer. You won't be disappointed with our early childhood degree teachers in all of our classrooms. Give us a call or an email to set up a tour.