The staff at Chesterbrook is wonderful. Our 2 boys, who attend full time, have learned so much and…read moreenjoy spending time with their teachers and lifelong friends. They did upgrade the management and technology here recently which has improved the communication with families (and likely impacts older reviews!). Worth a visit!

Our family couldn't have found a better daycare/school for our kids (now aged 4, 2 and 8mos). All…read morethree have been enrolled at Chesterbrook (Lisle, IL) since they were 12 weeks old and it still amazes us how much they have learned and so quickly. The teachers there are incredible - we would name each one here if we could, but would like to especially spotlight Ms. Jill and Ms. Keri, Ms. Alexyss, Ms. Page, Ms. Brittney, Ms. Kathy and Ms. Bos and on the administrative side Ms. Pamala and Ms. Sarah. They put so much effort each and every day into their lesson plans and all of the additional surprises that the kids can throw at them. They all clearly care about each and every kid in the school and in their class. We're so grateful to have them in our kids' lives. We would highly recommend Chesterbrook (Lisle) to anyone looking for a daycare/school.

This is review is like 2 years over due!!! We love this place and this is the only daycare that we…read morevisited that made us feel comfortable. We went to Kindercare, Chesterbrook and Crème dela Crème. We chose Pathway. My daughter attended Pathway when we was just 2 years and 8 mos, we started with Miss Miera and Miss Maria. At that time, we are just starting potty training. I think it is more of struggling because I cannot seem to find a way to make her use the washroom. Miss Miera and Miss Maria was so helpful and I guess because of peer pressure she seem to just learn it on her own. A couple of months later, she move to Miss Melissa's room with some of her classmates from the previous room. I think the classroom transfer is based on their age and if there is a spot open in the next classroom. They have different activities to keep the kids busy, weather permitting they would play outside and they also have water days during the summer. After lunch, kids napped and they will have afternoon snacks afterwards. They organize field trips, gardening activities and plenty of drawing/writing exercises. Her last teacher is Miss Robbie, she did a great job of preparing my daughter for Kindergarten. She gave us tips of how we can encourage her to hold a pencil and reading stories. When we started here at Pathway, my little girl was shy and doesn't know how to make friends. My daughter learned a lot and when we started kindergarten she didn't struggle at all, this is all because Pathway prepared them. We left because she was starting Kindergarten and we live in a different school district. She is now in 1st grade and still remembers Miss Robbie and some of her classmates at Pathway, she keeps asking if we can come and visit her. If they were close to my house, my daughter would still be enrolled in their after school & Summer programs.

I took time off work to take my granddaughter for an interview with Cathy V at 10:30 am on a…read moreMonday. She knew my granddaughter was 16 and still scheduled an interview. She claimed she had to look into the minimum age to work there which sounds dumb on her part because how do you not know?!! She never followed up with my granddaughter. I can only imagine how they ignore the kids at the daycare! Get your facts together before you waste anybody else's time!

We love this preschool. My daughter is in the 3 Day per week afternoon class for 3 year olds. Mrs…read more O takes her time with the children and I've seen my daughter grow in leaps and bounds this year. I enjoy the special events they have had for Halloween and Christmas so far and look forward to more of them! There is frequent communication between teacher and parents and administration and parents. The facility is brand new and immaculate. I am consistently impressed with everything it has to offer. The enclosed park outside and the indoor motor room are so fun. Parents are encouraged to come to class on birthdays which makes me feel very involved. The curriculum is based on books and means I can easily reinforce it at home. Pick up and drop off are a snap and I feel very secure. We cannot wait for next year and years to come with my younger daughter.

I usually get SO excited to write reviews. I'm happy to share my family's amazing experiences with…read moreGLP. But I'm a little heart broken that I'm writing this review because I no longer have a preschooler...I have a kindergartner! Almost 3 years ago my daughter started going to the Stepping Stones class at GLP. Stepping Stones is a wonderful pre-preschool program for kids 2.5-3yrs who aren't able to or aren't ready to start preschool just yet. This is an amazing class for the kids that are a little shy, aren't quite potty trained, or just as an introduction to the classroom environment. Mrs. Eileen and Mrs. Denise are exactly what you'd expect from a preschool teacher. Warm, fun, caring, perceptive, I could go on for days. The kids just love them, loved their class and could not wait to go into the class each time(no separation anxiety here). I was lucky enough to help for the day, and they really create an environment that fosters creativity, learning, exploration, and wonder. Mrs. Eileen also helped me and gave me resources to get my youngest into a great special needs preschool program with the school district. Mrs. Eileen and Mrs. Denise are an awesome team and they also do "All By Myself" and "Little Campers" classes to name a few. My kids still get super excited to see them in the hallway or around the park district. The year when my oldest officially started preschool, her teachers were Mrs. Hanssel and Mrs. Lisa. For 3 year old preschool she had to be potty trained, which I was very nervous about. At home she'd fight me on going to the bathroom or wait til the last minute and have accidents. It was a major power struggle. So her first day of school as I left, I honestly felt like a mother bird pushing her baby bird off a branch. But things went smoothly, she actually had an almost accident, they changed her, and after that there were no more problems. My daughter loved going to school and she got really attached to her teachers, especially Mrs. Lisa. She also came out of her shell and started making friends, all while learning ABC's, counting, colors, and so much more. Mrs. Hanssel really has a knack for making learning a blast. The art projects and class activities she comes up with are super creative and engaging. She is very personable and her weekly newsletters were very informative. For her last year of preschool, my daughter was first with Mrs. Staib MWF, but switched to Mrs. Witt and Mrs. Cheryl's class so she could go M-F. These. Teachers. Are. THE BOMB. My daughter blossomed under their careful attention. She's more talkative and confident than ever before, which blows my mind since she's always been so so quiet and shy. She's learned to write all her letters, and even read a little too. Mrs. Witt greets the kids each day, starts a dialog with them right away. I think it really lets the kids know that they are important but also to leave their cares at the door. I swear, my daughter is insane in the morning and impossible to get out of bed. But as soon as we get to school, she's a different kid! So excited to see her teachers and learn. I knew these teachers would be great because the summer before my kids had camp classes with them. The first day I brought them, I was so afraid my son wouldn't be able to participate and that his special needs would be too much of an obstacle. Mrs. Cheryl was so understanding! She asked a lot of questions to better understand him, made sure he had extra help, and even helped get him a Seaspar aid which has helped him participate in other park district programs. He was so happy to be included! And the camps they come up with are so fun. Each week is a different theme, from art to pirates to dinosaurs. The team at GLP is wonderful. Each teacher clearly loves what they do and it makes this preschool a very special place for the little ones to learn and grow. If they can turn my wild rapscallions into productive members of society, they can basically work miracles.

We are proud alumni and current attendees at St. Joan of Arc . The exceptional teachers provide…read morepersonalized attention, fostering academic, social, and spiritual growth in our children. The strong sense of community among parents, students, faculty, and staff creates a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and supported. The leadership's commitment to a well-rounded education rooted in faith, along with the seamless integration with the parish community, makes St. Joan of Arc School more than just a place of learning--it's where our family has found belonging, inspiration, and endless opportunities for growth.

Our daughters have been at St. Joan of Arc since preschool, and they have grown so much…read moreacademically and socially. The teachers challenge the students academically while also caring for them personally. The school community is incredibly supportive, and we've formed strong friendships. It truly feels like we're part of a larger SJA family. We feel fortunate to have found such a welcoming and supportive community at SJA!

Was looking for a program for my two year old that wasn't in a church basement and that was bright…read moreand organized. Owners are committed, energetic, and creative. My son really loves his teachers and the school. They do a great job of allowing for independent play and creativity while also teaching social skills and a curiosity for learning. Whereas other preschools felt dated and disorganized this preschool felt vibrant, structured and welcoming. We are happy to have found it!!

From the owner: Color Me Bright Preschool is an art-integrated program that teaches the traditional preschool…read morestandards through art, music, movement, and drama. Our goal is to inspire creative, lifelong learners within a nurturing environment. Programs available for 2, 3, and 4 year olds.

This center has it all. It has a staff of teachers with 15-17 years of experience. You can't find…read moremany places that have teachers that make early childhood their career. In the past 2 years I have had nothing but positive experiences with my chil'ds teachers. They have been professional and knowledgable about different stages my child has gone through. They communicate well and offer a great program that challenges my child while letting her have fun. The center also has extra curriculuar programs my child participates in, allowing us to have more family time together at the end of the day instead of running here and there. The office staff is approachable and helpful. They both hold Masters degress in Education. The best thing about the center is that you feel comfortable the minute you walk in the door. It's a small, cozy setting that makes you feel like your child would be very safe. Many families get to know eachother and keep all of their children at the center for many years. Everyone is friendly and the children seem very happy and well rounded. I wouldn't dream of taking my child any where else.

As older parents of an only child, we thoroughly looked at EVERY (and I'm not exaggerating!)…read moredaycare option in the I-88 corridor area. Initially, we signed up with a flashier competitor within the same top-tier standards, but at the last moment before our infant daughter was set to start there, a mothers-instinct kicked in and I switched facilities at the last moment. Two-and-a-half years later, I have no regrets at that last-minute change. My intuition served me right. The smaller, more personalized, and nurturing care of this facility was completely right for us. Our daughter thrived from the careful attention of a long-term, experienced staff (infant room teachers who had over 15 years of experience in THIS center) who treated my child just like their own ... inside and outside of the classroom. Staff worked WITH us in addressing all our concerns educationally and also with help in parenting tips as well. As our child progressed from the infant room to the toddler room, the caring continued with experienced teachers and a vast array of new opportunities including a curricula adaptable to the children's needs yet supported by a stellar national standard which includes whole learning including science, math, reading, creative play, and even basic word-instruction in Spanis. Being in an office building, the facility seems much more homey than some of the instituionalized day-care centers. The playground isn't a concrete space, but set in a tree-shaded park with designated age-appropriate areas for each group of students. My daughter gets to play in the grass, pick leaves and flowers, help in a garden, play in a sandbox, ride trikes, and so much more in a real outdoor setting. it's wonderful. In addition because of Bright Horizons is part of a larger company, the center has support staff that comes in to the center to teach music and even art in a designated work space. The school has smart boards and computers in the rooms and even has an indoor "Movement Matters" room with ballet bars, mirrors, yoga mats, a climbing wall that is used daily to motivate children in various kinds of physical activity. Even the food here is a step up from most other "day-cares." With an emphasis on healthy eating, an wide variety of fruits and veggies are offered, whole grains are standard, and unhealthy filler juices are replaced with water & milk; homecooked meals and snacks are presented in so many ways with ethnic & comfort styles that my daughter has been expanded her eating habits from most schools traditional nuggets, corn nibbles, pizza, applejuice, and tater-tots! I really can't say enough about this school (not just a day-care). My daughter is academically challenged and ahead of her peers in other institutions, she is socially & environmentally adept ... and is a WELL-ADUSTED and HAPPY little girl who has found the balance of play with forward-thinking learning. She is loved at Bright Horizons and she (and we) love it back. Truly a wonderful place.

My daughter has been with KinderCare for 4.5 years. She has been going to this location for the…read morepast year now since she started Kindergarten. Terri and Elianna are doing a great job of creating a "home away from home" environment for the kids. They know all the parents by name and It's evident the staff really cares about the kids. The center takes pride in all the fun and educational adventures they take the time to do for the kids. My daughter is in Ms. Ayah's school age class and she is wonderful! She always greets you with a beautiful smile and loves giving hugs. She's anxious to tell you about your child's day and what was most enjoyable about it. I absolutely recommend this center!

My now-toddler son has attended this KinderCare for more than a year and we're thrilled with the…read morelevel of care he experiences. We had an immediate connection with the teachers in the baby room, which was key for me as a nervous first-time mom. He's not just being supervised, he's learning. He's mastering basic sign language, has developed great social skills and is exploring lots of new foods. He looks forward to going to "school" every day and has even started grabbing his coat and waiting patiently by the door until it's time to leave in the morning. When he walks in, he is greeted with hugs by the teachers and is genuinely happy to be there. That means the world to us.

I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful care and education my children…read morereceived at KinderCare. From the very beginning, your staff has shown incredible warmth, patience, and professionalism. The teachers create such a positive, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to learn and grow. My kids have developed both academically and socially, and it's clear how much love and effort goes into everything you do. Thank you for providing a safe, joyful, and inspiring place for children we are so grateful for the beautiful memories made at KinderCare! Warm regards, Saida G.

A big shout out to the wonderful souls that are working hard to create a safe and nurturing place…read morefor my daughter, and for all the kids that are enrolled, in what my wife and I lovingly describe as, a home away from home for our little one. Last summer, the school age kids enjoyed several field trips and movies on top of in house entertainment activities. They even had a petting zoo at one time, which my kid liked so much! Last Christmas, they had breakfast with Santa! They are doing it again this year! Thank you Ms Lashanda and Ms Cassie and to all the staff of Kindercare Lisle!​

My two children have been going to CCC for three years now, and we are very happy and confident in…read morethe staff that work there. All the teachers and directors genuinely care about the children's development and well being. They are flexible, kind, caring and reliable. We absolutely love the new building and all the natural light with the big windows, new toys, big indoor spaces for play time in the cold months and nice new outdoor playground. We are very happy with our CCC family!

My 6 month old son has been going here since he was 3 months. It's been a very pleasant experience…read moreso far. The teachers and directors are all kind and professional. They recently upgraded to an app called MyKidzDay which is easy to use. I love being able to see updates throughout the day (meals, diaper changes, activity updates with pictures). I had terrible mom guilt about leaving my infant child and working full-time, but the wonderful staff and frequent updates (especially pictures) really helped to put my mind at ease. I referred my friends to send their baby here as well, and they've also had a positive experience so far. Thank you CCC!

Hobson School has been fantastic for my children's early development. The play-based learning…read moreapproach is great, and I've seen tremendous growth in my child's social and emotional skills. The teachers are incredibly patient and understanding, and they create a nurturing environment where children can explore and learn at their own pace. I also love the focus on outdoor play with Goodrich Woods open for hikes and exploration!

Hobson is an incredibly special place -- even my big kids (3rd grade and 1st grade) love coming…read moreback to their old preschool stomping ground. Winter camp has been such a fun time for them to get outside after school and unwind. They said it was even better than ninja class - which is extremely high praise! We can't wait to do winter camp again next year.