KinderCare teaches children life skills that go beyond reading, writing, and math.
Playing with toys helps develop motor skills and teaches lessons about sharing with friends.
Singing songs while washing hands instills an interest in the arts while forging social bonds and educating children about the need for good hygiene.
Each activity is designed with a specific lesson or outcome in mind.
We believe curriculum is everything that happens in the classroom, from interactions and meals to singing and playing.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- 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
1985
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to Vernon Hills Creekside KinderCare, where learning never ends! We are proud to serve Vernon Hills, Libertyville, Lincolnshire and Mundelein communities. Our preschool programs ensure kindergarten readiness for every child. Before and After school programs are available throughout the school year, while our Summer Camp program for ages preschool and up provides a perfect solution for families who need care during school break. For a full listing of schools that we transport, please see our Map and Directions tab. Playgrounds for both Toddlers and Preschool exist with safety and adventure in mind. Our hours make it easy for your family commute with easy access to major expressways, as well as Metra train routes. We hope to see you soon.
- We take the safety of all the children in our care very seriously
at our school. From daily parent and teacher sign in, to strict
parent or guardian identification and single keypad access, we
maintain a rigorous standard for safety so that our families can
have true piece of mind.
Maintaining a healthy and clean environment is of upmost importance. Our teachers are very proud to keep their classrooms clean by using a cleaning checklist daily. After hours, we also have the support of a professional cleaning crew.
Our school has a designated person to make sure that all health and safety rules and policies are being followed. This Health and Safety Coordinator provides training and follows a monthly safety calendar to ensure that each classroom is up to date.
We ask that our families help keep all children safe and healthy by only bringing well children to school and picking up promptly if children show illness symptoms at school. We work together as a team to maintain a safe and healthy environment of all of our children. Please call our school to get more information. We look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have. - Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- YWCA and DCFS.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vernon Hills KinderCare cost?
Vernon Hills KinderCare's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Vernon Hills KinderCare often compared to?
Vernon Hills KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Hills Montessori Academy, The Goddard School Vernon Hills by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Vernon Hills KinderCare?
The application deadline for Vernon Hills KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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