Schools in Crystal Lake, IL

“My son has been attending Thunderbird since the beginning of this school year and we have been so happy with not only the school, but seeing our son so happy to go somewhere just makes my heart glad as a mom. Mrs. Avachat and Mrs. Pletcher are truly amazing and have such a heart for their students. They are so patient and kind. They’ve worked with my son to help write his name and also learn to manage those big emotions 4 year olds have and get him ready for kindergarten. I love the communication from the classroom and the school as well. We get summary sheets each day and then plenty of communication from the school about events, etc. if I ever have a question or concern, they respond to emails so quickly or they will even call me directly to follow-up almost immediately. I love the remind app too.

Mrs. Koch and Mrs. Young have done an amazing job keeping the school so organized and they are so sweet with the kids. We are new to the area and I only learned about Thunderbird when I bumped into a mom at the park and we started talking and she mentioned it’s the best around and her kids and also her husband went there. I’m so glad I met her because that is what prompted me to reach out to Thunderbird and I’m just so glad I did. I have two younger boys who will hopefully be students as well when the time comes. I cannot recommend this school enough. If you are looking for a preschool, you found it!”

“We absolutely LOVE First Church Preschool. The teachers are so kind, loving and nurturing. Our daughter has learned so much and made so many friends. One of the things I love most is how many art and sensory activities they do every day. I would 100% recommend this preschool to anyone who’s thinking about it. I don’t have one negative thing to say about them!”

“Both of our children have attended La Petite in Crystal Lake. Our daughter is in 2nd grade and still talks about her time in Miss Robyn’s room. Our son is currently in Miss Robyn’s room and loves having her as a teacher. She is so engaging and positive and wonderful with the children!”

“I love KinderCare. I never had to put a child in daycare and was nervous and the teachers helped my son fit right in at the age of 2! The staff also are sleep trainers they help with potty training, and learning through play too.”

“We had a wonderful experience at My Father's World Preschool. My daughter completed two years here and my son is currently in the 3-year-old room, and we have been so grateful to be part of such a caring community.

The teachers and staff are truly top-notch. They create a loving, supportive environment where kids feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn. The program strikes a great balance between fun, play-based learning and strong kindergarten preparation.

One thing we especially love is that the school has a gym space, which means the kids still get great gross motor play even during bad weather—something that’s so important at this age.

The school also does a wonderful job engaging families and creating a real sense of community. We’ve felt welcomed and connected from day one. I would highly recommend My Father's World Preschool to any family looking for a nurturing, high-quality early childhood experience.”

“We had a great experience with Purple Moose! Both of my kids went through all of their programs and everyone there became like family. We continued to drive to Moose even after moving out of Crystal Lake because we loved it there so much. I would highly recommend Purple Moose to my family and friends! ? ?”

“Our kids are learning so much! We love the structures curriculum and the daily updates we receive in the portal. In addition to the curriculum, here are a few other standouts.

1. The security of the building. We feel like our kids are safe here. The front office has a via of anyone coming and going from the building and the login kiosk to unlock the door is great.

2. Love that meals and snacks are provided.

3. The kids get plenty of outdoor play (weather permitting)

4. The staff is so great. They all really know the kids and parents/guardians.”

“I've been with Kids R Kids for about a year and I've had a good experience with them. The staff is friendly and professional and are always very helpful. Every Time I've had questions or any concerns they've been very helpful.”

“The staff here are amazing! They are very caring and thoughtful. They never gave up on my son as he was going through different therapy services. We love it here and highly recommend it for your childcare needs!”