Care A Lot Early Learning Centers in Chicago, IL, offers early childhood and pre–kindergarten programs in a nonsectarian, city–based setting with an enrollment of 69 students.
Founded in 1986, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average class size of 15.
The school is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood and serves a diverse student body with approximately 33% students of color.
Annual tuition is $10,000, which is below the average private elementary school tuition in Chicago.
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers participates in the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides summer school options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
School Notes
- School Motto: Your child's home away from home
- Child care center for children 15 mths to 12 yrs. old. Toddler 15 mth. to 2 yrs. old Preschool 2-3 yrs. old Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 yrs. Before/After School-aged care 6-12 yrs. old Summer Day Camp 6-12 yrs. old
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Care A Lot Early Learning Centers cost?
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Care A Lot Early Learning Centers?
The application deadline for Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Care A Lot Early Learning Centers located?
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Jefferson Park.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is New Horizon Center (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity
(Catholic)
6040 W Ardmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students
5841 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fantasy Island School For Kids
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6100 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 206-4627
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 206-4627
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Gr: PK-K | 58 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
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Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
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4967 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-7474
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-7474
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Gr: PK-K | 52 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Horizon Center
Special Education School
6737 W Forest Preserve Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 286-6226
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 286-6226
2 miles
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Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 982-2500
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 982-2500
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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All-girls (Catholic)
7500 W Talcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-6616
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-6616
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 458 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
Logos Christian Academy
(Baptist)
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Niles, IL 60714
(847) 647-9456
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 647-9456
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Gr: PK-12 | 281 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yeshiva Gedola Of The Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim
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6045 N Keystone Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 455-1001
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 455-1001
2.4 miles
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity
(Catholic)
6040 W Ardmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students
5841 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6036 W Eastwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students
Queen Of All Saints
(Catholic)
6230 N Lemont Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 736-0567
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 736-0567
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 540 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
6959 N Hiawatha Avenue
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7577
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7577
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 380 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity
(Catholic)
6040 W Ardmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-7080
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students
5841 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-2311
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fantasy Island School For Kids
Daycare / Preschool
6100 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 206-4627
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 206-4627
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
6036 W Eastwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 725-5133
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students
Casa Dei Bambini - Montessori Of Mayfair
Montessori School
4967 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-7474
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 283-7474
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
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