Downtown Children Learning Pl - Chicago, Illinois

Ivy Z.

We miss CLP all the time after switching daycares due to job requirements! We've since been to a couple daycares and I still haven't found a daycare that provides the same level of personal attention and caring. Some unique things that CLP offers that I didn't realize at the time were unique: weekly field trips, twice daily walks (weather permitting), regular parent teacher conferences, and semi annual assessments on development. If I was able to, I would bring my daughter back.

Laura

This place makes sure your children are taken care of and making sure they do their best so you can feel welcomed as well. I highly recommend this place to all parents trying to look for a place where they can feel their children will be safe and well taken care of. They are great teachers and are always trying their best everyday. I appreciate them so much for their dedication and support.

Joseph A.

Absolutely love Children's Learning Place (CLP)! Our daughter has been going there for 6 months

The care: Our daughter's development has accelerated well beyond the pace of our last daycares. CLP has asked us what we want to work on with her and executed so well. They also do so many activities throughout the day with the kids that our daughter truly loves being at daycare more than being at home, and I think we take pretty darn good care of her at home.

The administration: Everyone has been absolutely lovely since we've toured with them through every day we've brought our daughter in. Any requests, accommodations, or questions we've had have been promptly handled. The mobile app for updates feels a little dated compared to some modern options but it's still fully functional and we get so many great photos each day of our kids and any messages as needed.

I'm not sure what the deal is with the low star reviews years ago, but our experience (high end of infants class) and our friends child (preschool class) have loved it. Highly recommend.

Liv S.

Of all the decisions we have made so far, putting our daughter in Children's Learning Place was by far the most correct one. Maria and her whole staff are amazing. Our daughter learns new and important things every day, and the support they provide for all her phases is impeccable. If I have a recommendation to give to all mothers, it would be this: put your children in CLP. You will not regret it.

Jamie K.

Our family has been at the DCLP since 2016. I trust and love the people at Downtown Children’s Learning Place. They have come to be like family to us over the years. My daughter (4) and son (2) LOVE it there. The teachers go above and beyond at every age group to make sure kids are safe happy and engaged in learning. The Wiggles (infant) room was like having an extension of myself at times and my daughter had specific medical issues so I was so thankful to have them to trust when I went back to work- both of my babies were there at 3 and 4 months old. Since then they have progressed through each of the classrooms, and each one we have adored and eventually have become friends with the teachers. Maria and Alicia and I have had honest and productive discussions when I have communicated any questions they have been understanding supportive and accommodating at every turn. I am incredibly grateful for DCLP and it will be a big change for my family when we have outgrown it. I would highly recommend them to any family looking for a safe happy place for their children!

Scott S.

I'm not sure about the reports of poor care. My child has been at CLP and I've seen nothing but excellent things from the toddler group. The teachers are fantastic and go above and beyond at all times. My child loves being there and she has had the same teachers since day 1.

I highly recommend CLP to anyone who wants to raise an independent, caring child who thrives on learning. That's what they have shaped my child into.

Mariana C.

I absolutely love this daycare. I love the fact that it is small, and everybody knows each other. My daughter started when she was 4 months old. The teachers are super thoughtful, carefu, and loving; they post pictures and updates the entire day and address all my questions/messages. Every day, my daughter opens a big smile when she sees them. She has music class, spanish class, and so so many criative initiatives. Honestly, I couldn't be happier with my choice.

Sarah D.

My husband and I visited many daycares in the Streeterville and River North area and landed on CLPD. Its a very difficult situation to let go and trust others to watch your children, but we are very lucky to have sent our 17 week old son to CLPD. They not only provided great care but followed our schedule and listened to our needs and sent multiple daily updates. He definitely thrived while he was there - working on crafts, learning songs/colors/words; and a huge plus for providing diapers/food/wipes, etc. He attended CLPD until he was 9 months old and we moved away from the area (or we would have had him stay until much older). Terrific teachers who have been with Children's Learning Place for years.