Highland KinderCare
Welcome to KinderCare in Highland! We're a nationally accredited learning center with dedicated teachers and staff.
We provide quality education in a safe environment. We have over 100 years combined teaching experience.
Don't hesitate to drop by, call or email us with any questions. We look forward to serving you!.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1989
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to Highland KinderCare! Our NAEYC accredited and level 4 Paths to Quality center is located off of 45th St. in Highland. We are minutes away from 80/94 and service many families from neighboring towns. We have over 100 years of combined Early Chlidhood experience! Our dedicated and passionate staff are here to help foster your child's love of learning. Our research-based curriculum has been developed by early childhood education specialists and our certified teachers are dedicated to making learning fun. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
- Highland KinderCare adheres to the highest level of safety, cleanliness and maintenance standards. Your child is protected through mandated security protocols, including a single-entry through keypad access, daily sign-ins and strict parent and guardian identification procedures. We also adhere to KinderCare's name-to-face checks each half hour of your child's stay. We pledge to provide you with the highest level of security so your child can learn in a safe and fun environment.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Illinois action for children, Lake County (step Ahead)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Highland KinderCare?
The application deadline for Highland KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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