With over 50 years of combined experience, our teachers are passionate about Early Childhood care and education.
We work closely with families to ensure that we are meeting the individual needs of all of our students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to the Oak Forest KinderCare located just across the street from the library and Park District. We are just off of 159th and Central, which makes taking the Metra very convenient for parents, I-57 is just a few minutes away. We provide bus service to all of Oak Forest School District 142 and Arbor Park School District 145. We have a flexible program to ensure our ability to fit the needs of our families.
- Our center uses a keypad entry and has locked fenced in playgrounds. All staff completed their First Aid Certifications and CPR training on an annual basis as part of their employment with KinderCare.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Arabic, Spanish
- Accreditations: NAC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- Illinois Dept. of Human Services [IDHS], Dept. of Children & Family Services [DCFS] for all ages - parents have a co-pay…$35 co-pay; $45 for 2 children; $55 for 3+ children (income-based subsidy) weekly…Go to www.actforchildren.org for more information NACCRRA Id # 33592
- Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oak Forest KinderCare often compared to?
Oak Forest KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Zion Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Oak Forest KinderCare?
The application deadline for Oak Forest KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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