State Of Il Child Development in Chicago, IL, enrolls 64 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian early childhood program.
Founded in 1985, this central city daycare serves a diverse student body with 70 percent students of color.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 with a total of 3 teachers on staff.
Located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood, it is part of the city's early childhood and daycare community.
State Of Il Child Development holds membership in associations for exceptional children and operates as a co–ed early learning program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 64 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 Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Everyday Wonders: A Vision for Rich, Varied Life Experiences in Child Care.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for State Of Il Child Development?
The application deadline for State Of Il Child Development is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is State Of Il Child Development located?
State Of Il Child Development is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Chicago Loop.
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