Our teachers work together as a team to ensure the classroom environment your little one enjoys every day is beneficial for them in every way: intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically.
Together, we strive to make caring for the WHOLE child our passion.
Please take a moment to read about the professionals who dedicate their day to providing the ultimate care and respect for your child.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to Des Plaines KinderCare! Each day, we provide a balanced approach to learning, giving you the peace of mind that your child will have fun as they develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. At our center, our passionate and engaging teachers provide care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from six weeks to twelve years old. Please take a moment to read about the professionals who look forward to educating and caring for your children.
- We want you to have the piece of mind that your child is safe and protected while in our care. Our front door has a locked keypad entry, allowing only parents and staff to enter freely. The second you enter the building, you are greeted with a member of management, ready to assist you. Our team is certified in First Aid and CPR, and the certifications are renewed every two years.We ensure safe sleep practices and guidelines are followed in each classroom, allowing your child to get the rest they need in the safest environment.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Hindi, Spanish
- NACCRA, IDPH, work with YWCA, Illinois Action for Children
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Des Plaines KinderCare?
The application deadline for Des Plaines KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Des Plaines KinderCare is Northridge Preparatory School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Messiah Lutheran Child Care (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Northridge Preparatory School ![Northridge Preparatory School Photo]( "Northridge Preparatory School Photo")
All-boys (Catholic)
8320 W Ballard Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 367 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition listed
Messiah Lutheran Child Care
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1605 Vernon Ave
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-3767
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-3767
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-K | 6 students
A Mothers Touch Learning Academy
Daycare / Preschool
8350 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 813-5039
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 813-5039
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 101 students
Embers Academy ![Embers Academy Photo]( "Embers Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
8340 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5
Kiddie Garden
Daycare / Preschool
9130 W Golf Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 699-8585
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 699-8585
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 21 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Northridge Preparatory School ![Northridge Preparatory School Photo]( "Northridge Preparatory School Photo")
All-boys (Catholic)
8320 W Ballard Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 367 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition listed
Niles Korean School
Special Program Emphasis
8257 W Harrison St
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 902-4141
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 902-4141
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 174 students
7655 W Dempster Street
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-2900
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-2900
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 734 students Sports: 15 Tuition listed
2101 Oakton St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 696-3315
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 696-3315
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 52 students
1015 Rose Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-6900
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-6900
2.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 240 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Northridge Preparatory School ![Northridge Preparatory School Photo]( "Northridge Preparatory School Photo")
All-boys (Catholic)
8320 W Ballard Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 375-0600
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 367 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition listed
Embers Academy ![Embers Academy Photo]( "Embers Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
8340 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5
Childrens Learning World
Montessori School
8101 W Golf Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-0370
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-0370
1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 60 students
Iccd Academy
(Islamic)
480 Potter Rd, 2nd Fl
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(224) 567-8256
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(224) 567-8256
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 82 students
Niles Korean School
Special Program Emphasis
8257 W Harrison St
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 902-4141
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 902-4141
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 174 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Messiah Lutheran Child Care
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1605 Vernon Ave
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-3767
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 825-3767
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-K | 6 students
A Mothers Touch Learning Academy
Daycare / Preschool
8350 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 813-5039
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 813-5039
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 101 students
Embers Academy ![Embers Academy Photo]( "Embers Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
8340 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 518-1185
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5
Kiddie Garden
Daycare / Preschool
9130 W Golf Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 699-8585
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 699-8585
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 21 students
Childrens Learning World
Montessori School
8101 W Golf Rd
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-0370
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-0370
1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 60 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1855 Rohrson Rd
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 289-6655
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 289-6655
9200.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Algonquin Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
975 Algonquin Rd
Fox River Grove, IL 60021
(847) 516-5101
Fox River Grove, IL 60021
(847) 516-5101
9201 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 239 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30w240 Bruce Ln
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 428-6789
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 428-6789
9201.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
615 Kenwood Ave
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6040
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6040
9201.1 miles
Gr: PK | 292 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Clifford Johnson School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2s700 Continental Dr
Warrenville, IL 60555
(630) 393-1787
Warrenville, IL 60555
(630) 393-1787
9201.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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