Care A Lot Early Learning Centers in Chicago, IL, offers early childhood and pre鈥搆indergarten programs in a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased setting with an enrollment of 69 students.
Founded in 1986, the school operates with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1 and an average class size of 15.
The school is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood and serves a diverse student body with approximately 33% students of color.
Annual tuition is $10,000, which is below the average private elementary school tuition in Chicago.
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers participates in the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides summer school options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
School Notes
- School Motto: Your child's home away from home
- Child care center for children 15 mths to 12 yrs. old. Toddler 15 mth. to 2 yrs. old Preschool 2-3 yrs. old Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 yrs. Before/After School-aged care 6-12 yrs. old Summer Day Camp 6-12 yrs. old
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Care A Lot Early Learning Centers cost?
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Care A Lot Early Learning Centers?
The application deadline for Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Care A Lot Early Learning Centers located?
Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Jefferson Park.
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The nearest high school to Care A Lot Early Learning Centers is New Horizon Center (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity (0.5 miles away)
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