Young Scholars Child Care Center - Island Lake, Illinois

Chanel N.

We enrolled our daughter in Young Scholars since 3 months old to 1 1/2 and sadly had to change daycares only because we moved. Our daughter built such a strong bond and trust with the teachers/staff there and it was obvious how much fun she had and how much she learned! I also appreciate the smaller classroom sizes and parking lot compared to other daycare facilities. I would highly recommend.

Jen C.

My family loves Young Scholars and the entire staff. Everyone working there including the directors and teachers are wonderful to work with and are very caring. My son began attending Young Scholars when he was just 10 weeks old and now he is just a few months shy of turning 3 and choosing Young Scholars to care for him daily has been a blessing. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure that all the children are learning, growing, safe and cared for in every way. The center is organized, clean, well maintained, bright and welcoming.

Michelle F.

Young Scholars has been a wonderful blessing in our family's life for the 6 years our son has gone there. We have never once worried about his well being and the entire staff always has the children's best interests at heart. He is now a school aged child that attends the before and after school program and enjoys his time there with his friends and the opportunity to work on homework (with guidance from teachers, if necessary). They truly prepared him well for elementary school - in all areas - social, academic, emotional. Young Scholars is an amazing facility that is always looking to grow and change to meet the needs of the children and the families.

Christina R.

Young Scholars has been nothing but amazing since my son has started a few years ago. Choosing where to send your kids is not an easy task, especially for a parent, however, the second I walked into Young Scholars, I knew that he would be very well taken care of. The teachers and staff are absolutely wonderful, and they take pride in what they do everyday. My son has learned so much, made so many new friends, and enjoyed every second of being here. I could not think of a better place to send my children, thank you Young Scholars!

Caitlin M.

Young Scholars is an amazing place. My son has been coming to Young Scholars, and that has made such a huge impact on his life! Young Scholars helped him prepare for school, and taught him how to be a friend. He build social skills that he didn't have coming into school, and they prepared him for kindergarten and the whole new world he was about to enter. Young Scholars is like a family. The staff operates together as a whole, and not only does each classroom work effectively on it's own, but staff throughout the center work together to make sure that kids are getting the best possible care. Miss Kristen and Miss Nicole work hard as directors, and not only make children feel welcome every day, but parents as well. They greet parents by first names because they know and care about the families that come through the door everyday, and make you feel like a part of the Young Scholars family. Miss Kora has created a beautiful family, and I couldn't imagine a better place to bring my son!

Becky M.

Our family loves Young Scholars! My daughter started attending when she was 1.5 yo in the toddler room 3 years ago and is now in the 4 yo room, and now my son (1 yo) also attends in the infant room. It is very clear from the entire center that the staff takes time to connect with the students and takes pride in their jobs as educators. The teachers and directors have come through and supported our family, and we are so grateful for them!

Safety is clearly a top priority for their students, from their check-in/check-out procedures, to how they have handled accidents with my daughter, and even more importantly now, with the special procedures as a result of the pandemic. It gives me peace of mind to know all the steps they are taking (hand washing, mask wearing, temperature checks, inside/outside shoes, and more).

I feel the educational quality of the care is exceptional. From the infant room on up to preschool age (and I'm sure beyond), I always love to see the creative lesson plans the teachers put together filled with engaging learning activities. I know how much energy the little ones have; so, it means a lot to me that they have a full, engaging day with outdoor time and screen free play each and every day.

They've recently implemented the HiMama app, which allows us to interact with the teachers on a more consistent basis each day. I love getting updates (AND PICTURES!) throughout the day to see all the fun things my kiddos are up to. It's been a great addition to the care they provide!

We are blessed to be part of the Young Scholars family!

Andrea A.

Young Scholars is the best choice you can make as a parent! My kids have been long gone since and the staff is fantastic! Most who have been there since the beginning (which is something to say about Kora and how she runs the business), but I wouldn't think twice for a recommendation. Hands down tops! It's always clean, organized, fun and most of all just a great learning experience with genuine love of children. My daughter still loves to volunteer her time there on her own and then as her internship. I believe it's because of Young Scholars she wants to work with Children!! LOVE LOVE LOVE this place !!

Angela S.

I was very worried about sending my son to daycare. He had not had much interaction with children his own age, and when he did, he did not get along with kids with sharing or even playing well. After a week of starting at Young Scholars, he was sharing, talking more and interacting with other children in a way that I could never have helped him with on my own. The staff is wonderful and now that he is communicating more, he loves to talk about his teachers when he comes home and his new friends. The staff is also helping my son with potty training, which is difficult in itself. He has been doing so well and it is making it soooo much easier to encourage him at home. I have nothing but good things to say about Young Scholars and would suggest everyone to send their children here!