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Smart from the Start
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Smart from the Start
Smart from the Start is a licensed child care center in Chicago, Illinois. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Illinois Department of Early Childhood publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 100 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old - 12 Years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Yoga, Music and Movement, Sports, Sign Language |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant-1:4, Toddler-1:5, 2yr-1:8, Prek 1:10, SA 1:20 |
| Staff | All teachers meet DCFS qualifications, have background checks, CPR and First Aid certified, and approved food handler certifications |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Locked front doors, keycode access, buzzer-controlled secondary doors, ID-checked pick-up, Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | Illinois Action For Children |
| Transportation | Transportation (safe and reliable transportation) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smart from the Start has not listed its tuition.
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.
State record
Inspection reports for Smart from the Start
Illinois Department of Early Childhood publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Day Care Center
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #505978
Inspections
Illinois Department of Early Childhood publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
Illinois publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about Smart from the Start
Is Smart from the Start licensed?
Yes. Illinois Department of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
Does Smart from the Start have inspection violations?
Illinois Department of Early Childhood publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
How many children can Smart from the Start care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Smart from the Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smart from the Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (773) 966-6499 to ask.
What is Smart from the Start's phone number?
(773) 966-6499.
Where is Smart from the Start?
1939 W 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620. The nearest other daycare we list is Joyful Beginnings, under 0.1 miles away.