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Kiddie Academy® of Gurnee

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Empowering at every age: our learning programs

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Health Essentials

All Ages

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Infant Care

Infant Care

6 weeks to 12 months

New Beginnings

Infants have individual personalities. We help bring them to light.

Toddler Care

13 to 24 months

Discovering Me

Toddlers are extremely active. We keep them actively learning.

Early Preschool

2-Year-Olds

Exploring My World

At two years old, children need to explore. We give them every opportunity.

Preschool

3-Year-Olds

I Can Do It

At three years old, children discover and create. We encourage them to do it all.

Pre-Kindergarten

4-Year-Olds

Ready, Set, Go

At four years old, children are preparing for school. We get them ready to go.

Kindergarten

5-Year-Olds

On My Way

Between ages 4 and 5, children are about to take on the world. We give them the tools to do it.

School Age

Ages 5 to 12

Creative Explorers

School-age children are curious about the world. We help them decipher it.

Summer Camp

Ages 5 to 12

CampVentures®

All day adventures. All summer long.®

We aim to make your child's summer as educational as it is fun, through themed events, activities and trips.

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A little about our Academy

Each Academy is a little different. Here's what makes us unique:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • A curriculum that exceeds state standards
  • Parent communications portal
  • Safe and secure state-of-the-art facility
  • Certified, Professional, Early Childhood Educators
  • Interactive, gross motor, gaming projector
  • Kindermusik, Sign language, Spanish & yoga weekly
  • Life Essentials Curriculum for infancy through age 12
  • NAEYC accredited
  • Outdoor Educational Garden Space

We can't wait to meet you

  • Ms. Anu, Owner

    Anu has been in education her whole life. She has her BA of Elementary Education from Northeastern University and after spending many...   Read More

    Ms. Anu, Owner

    Anu has been in education her whole life. She has her BA of Elementary Education from Northeastern University and after spending many years teaching Kindergarten, Anu wanted to open up a daycare in her home. Not long after that, her journey to open Kiddie Academy began! Anu is a passionate educator who loves children and she is thrilled to finally be serving children and families through Kiddie Academy of Gurnee. In her “free time”, Anu is mommy to 2 boys of her own, Ansh (10) and Karam (6) and is married to her husband and co-owner, Kamal. Family is very important to Anu and she wants to thank all of the academy families for choosing us for their childcare!

  • Ms. Christine, Director of Education

    Ms. Christine has had the privilege of sharing her passion for teaching for the past 22 years in various capacities. From assistant...   Read More

    Ms. Christine, Director of Education

    Ms. Christine has had the privilege of sharing her passion for teaching for the past 22 years in various capacities. From assistant teacher to lead teacher to assistant director to director, she has continued to bring her enthusiasm for learning to every aspect of child care. She believes that children learn best through playful and purposeful experiences where they can explore and discover on their own in a safe, nurturing environment. Each child is unique, and we have the responsibility to reach each child where they are at while challenging their curiosity and imagination. In her spare time, she runs her own business as an Early Childhood Educational Consultant, training educators and parents on developmentally appropriate practices and strategies. In addition to all of the above, Christine loves to watch her amazing 12 year old son play basketball and spend time with her husband while watching Netflix!

Hear from our parents

“Thank you for you live and caring . It warms my heart to see how much love teachers put is communication with kids, how creative the program is . Thank you ”
Galyna T., Gurnee

“They truly care about the kids! ”
Kelsey W., Gurnee

“Teachers are awesome, center is always clean! Office staff is always so welcoming! ”
Haley G., Gurnee

“Everyone is so personable and the staff really care for my family. They’ve gone above and beyond to support my son with his extreme food allergies. So refreshing to know my son is safe and enjoys learning (and, of course playing) with friends! ”
Kelly G., Gurnee

“Excellent place and staff. Very organized and clean Child care service. Good place for Children to grow. ”
Tushar F., Gurnee

“Awesome school with loving teachers and staff that take great care of our child! ”
Grayson S., Gurnee

“The teachers are wonderful and truly care for the littles that attend. The facility is very clean and kid friendly. I was immediately comfortable when I came to visit. My grandson has flourished during his time here. ”
Ann G., Gurnee

“Great teachers and curriculum ”
Mariah C., Gurnee

“Kiddie Academy has surpassed every single one of my expectations for child care. My child is thriving in his classroom and is excited every single morning to go to school. Ms. Callie has amazed me; she is an outstanding teacher and shows such great passion for her role in the children’s lives. Every single staff… ”
Yanelys C., Gurnee

“The facility is child centered, very well organized, clean and a friendly place. My grandson comes home happy everyday and talks about school all the time. ”
Ann G., Gurnee

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