I can't say enough kind words about Kiddie Academy! We've been attending for almost 2.5 years and…read morein that time I've watched my daughter not only learn important developmental and life skills, but she has gained so much confidence in her own ability and with her peers. Our son has been part of KA for a little over a year and has grown leaps and bounds in his infant room. The staff and administration is unmatched! They've taken the time to get to know our kids and their individual personalities to really help foster a safe environment for them. I absolutely recommend Kiddie Academy if you're looking for a place that treats you like family and prioritizes learning in a fun, collaborative way!

Kiddie Academy in Oswego is absolutely wondering. All three of our kids have attended and they've…read moreloved it! Currently, we have our younger 2 still in daycare and we never have to worry when we drop them off. Every teacher is so incredibly kind and the Director is just wonderful and so approachable. We recommend KA to everyone looking for a trusting center for their kiddo!

We enrolled our son at Kiddie Academy of Darien nearly a year in advance while I was pregnant…read morebecause we knew how competitive childcare openings are in the area. We completed the enrollment agreement, paid the enrollment fee, signed all required paperwork, and received written confirmation that his enrollment was finalized with a scheduled start date of August 17, 2026. As we got closer to his start date, I reached out to introduce our son and check on the waitlist for an earlier opening. That conversation is when I learned that our confirmed August start date had been pushed back several months. I was told an email had been sent months earlier, but our family had somehow been left off the distribution list. Here's what makes this unacceptable: no one ever contacted us to let us know our confirmed enrollment had changed. We only found out because I reached out. Had I not, we would have continued planning our return to work under the assumption that our son was starting in August. I emailed both the center director and management outlining my concerns and asking for a resolution. I followed up when I received no response. Neither email was ever acknowledged. Instead, the only communication we received was an automated message informing us that Lucas's start date had been changed AGAIN. Mistakes happen. Ignoring families after those mistakes happen is a choice. Childcare is one of the biggest decisions parents make. Families arrange maternity leave, work schedules, and finances around confirmed enrollment dates. The complete lack of communication and accountability throughout this process was incredibly disappointing. Thankfully, we found another daycare that welcomed our son sooner and has been proactive, organized, and communicative from day one. Looking back, I'm grateful this happened before our son ever started because it showed us exactly how communication is handled when something goes wrong. If you're considering Kiddie Academy of Darien, I would encourage you to look at the many other excellent daycare options in the area before making your decision.

So we did not end up sending our baby here…read more But nonetheless, I wanted to take this opportunity to write a great recommendation for Nikki and the rest of the staff. Earlier this year, we were looking for a daycare solution for our six month old. We heard great reviews, and so we came by for an in person tour and paid a deposit here. The staff was so welcoming, and it was evident that they really cared about taking good care of the kids. Additionally, there coronavirus protocols were spot on. They took great care to enforce a 100% masking policy, and it sounds like the vast majority of the staff had also been vaccinated. I loved that even though it looked like a commercial building instead of a school, they had different rooms for the different aged kids, kitchens, security cameras EVERYWHERE, and even outdoor space. We felt welcomed and Nikki answered every question we could have possibly had. Another endorsement is that she sends her own kids there! Anyway - we wish things would've worked out - it's purely a matter of distance and proximity - but we would've been thrilled to send our kid here. Thanks Nikki and the team!

Elmhurst Premier is truly high quality childcare. All of the teachers are qualified and caring…read morepeople, wanting nothing but best for all the babies/children in their care!

Our toddler loves coming here. The teachers are very caring and our little one seems to come home…read morewith new words everyday. We love receiving the collection of art projects each month too. The facilities are clean and the food is fresh and healthy. Great place, highly recommended!

We have been with ALC 1 for going on 6 years & we love the environment, staff, safety features,…read moreplay area, classrooms and outdoor/garden area. Our boys have everlasting memories thanks to the teachers, support staff, & director. We are truly grateful for the integral part they played in our boys' childhood's. They are well prepared for kindergarten & excited to continue on with art projects & reading when they get home. They are all personable & friendly and will truly love & care for your child while they're there. The app they use gives real time updates & pictures. You will always know what's going on with the detailed communication.

My two year old and infant attend ALC #4 in La Grange Park. We started in April 2023 and have been…read moreSO pleased with our experience. We were transferring from our Lincoln Park daycare and found it to be a very smooth transition. The teachers have been very nurturing and my two year old is genuinely happy walking into school each day to see her teachers and friends. They offer great programming, ample outside time and lots of arts and crafts. My infant just started and I feel very comfortable entrusting her care to the wonderful teachers here. It's a big decision finding the right fit for full day childcare and I am very happy our family found ALC #4.

Excellent school, terrific teachers, great curriculum, fun field trips, wonderful families... we…read morefeel very grateful to have found MCC for both of our kids. Highly recommend for a well-balanced pre-school and kindergarten experience!

Our child just completed their third and final year at Montessori Children's Community, finishing…read morewith the Kindergarten program -- and what an incredible journey it has been. Today, I watched with immense pride as my 5-year-old stood in front of a room full of parents, children, and teachers to deliver a confident, three-minute presentation on "Castles" -- a topic they researched, wrote about, and presented entirely on their own. This moment perfectly captured the kind of growth MCC fosters -- not just academically, but socially and emotionally. Under the steady guidance of Ms. Rocio and the dedicated MCC team, our child has transformed from a shy, curious preschooler into a self-assured, articulate learner. MCC adheres closely to the Montessori method, and while the environment of independent exploration may take a little adjustment at first, the results are extraordinary. Over time, the children develop deep concentration, intrinsic motivation, and a love of learning. I've seen my child confidently use words like ruminate, tenacious, and paroxysm in writing and conversation. They've explored the life cycle of a moth, practiced addition and multiplication, and developed a genuine enthusiasm for knowledge. Beyond academics, MCC creates a nurturing and joyful community. From field trips and holiday celebrations to visits from local business leaders and sweet traditions like sending postcards to grandparents, the school experience is rich, well-rounded, and deeply personal. The bonds between the students are strong -- they support each other like siblings, and that emotional intelligence translates into real-world confidence. This also extends among the MCC families as well! (Shout out to the PTO and the MNO/DNO activities!) If you're seeking a school that invests deeply in your child's development -- academically, socially, and emotionally -- and a place where your family can plant lasting roots, look no further. Montessori Children's Community is a place where children truly flourish in ways you can't even imagine.

Everyday after school I ask my son what he did, his response is always the same, "I played today…read moreand had fun", to me the best way to teach preschoolers is though play and making a fun environment where they don't realize they are in school learning. The school has a great curriculum and the teachers are great, my son has learned so much this year and never 'dreads' going to school, which has set him up for being excited about starting kindergarten next year! We like this school so much that my soon to be 3 year old will be attending next year.

Grand Avenue has been a great fit for our son since we moved here a year ago. He likes all the…read moreteachers and they truly care about him. They not only help him with his schoolwork but also socially to make good choices. I would recommend Grand Avenue to other families in the area.

I cannot say enough great things about Rising Stars. My 5yo and almost 2yo have been going there…read morefor about 10 months now. The teachers are all absolutely wonderful and caring. How much my 5yo has learned in 10 months is astonishing. She's reading, writing, can count to almost 100, she has learned some Spanish. This facility truly cares about their children and you can tell they are not just in it for the money. I highly recommend to any parents looking for care. The owner Ms Annie is such a sweet soul and Ms Brenda who coordinates the center is super outgoing. I cannot recommend enough.

I love this daycare so much! I can't recommend it enough. Ms. Annie, the owner, is such a genuinely…read morenice person. She has a big heart and really cares about the students well being and learning experience. All of the teachers are great. I've never had a bad experience. They over communicate, which I love! I get videos and pictures on an app and get updates. The kids are always busy and never have a dull moment. They keep them entertained and on a schedule. I give them 10 stars. I am SO glad I chose this daycare. My kids have been there a year in August and have progressed on so many levels and I can't thank the teachers of Rising Stars enough!!!!

My son started going to Happy Bear at 4 months old as of last year in May 2020... right in the…read moremiddle of the COVID-19 pandemic. I choose this place because at the time Ms. Wendy was very thorough with her answers and explanation of center (compare to other centers) and at the time they also had a certified teacher in the infant room, which was one of the main reasons I choose this place. I was concern about how old the place looked; however, due to some COVID relief funding Mrs. Adriana has remodel the place and it looks amazing! Also due to COVID changes from DCFS and DHS, there has been a lot of staff changes because of the extra work that was required of staff which lead for many of them to leave including the certified teacher, who was there for 8 years, and Ms. Wendy who was there forever. It was probably a blessing in disguise, because, now, the newer daycare aides have stuck around for while and they are truly the best and very hard working and caring women. I am not sure if any of them are currently certified teachers, regardless, they care of our babies. I am so hands-on mom and would tell them do this and do that and they are really good and listening to my request. I also love how this daycare seems like a school. They are always teaching something new to the children, have holiday photo shoots, and parties for them. Their calendar is filled with activities as well for the infant rooms. They do their best to update photos on dojo and adhere to COVID rules. This place has been through a lot in the last year (both professionally and personally) but Mrs. Adriana works hard not to skip a beat. Daycare owners and aides do not get a lot of credit and this place deserves to get noticed. My son, who is now 13 months, gets so happy to go to school and gets very cheesy when he sees his teachers. That tells you a lot about this place. I highly recommend it!

We love this daycare! Clean and cozy center. They have a great team, experienced teachers who love…read morewhat they do. Friendly staff and all communicate very well. Our 13 month old has learned a ton in the few months he's been here. We would definitely recommend this daycare.