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The Gardner School of Chicago

1612 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 606225.0· 36 reviews
licensed capacity
175
open each week
5 days

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About The Gardner School of Chicago

The Gardner School of Chicago is a licensed child care center in Chicago, Illinois. It is licensed by the state, for up to 175 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. 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.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campMeals providedNAEYC accredited

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks old through 5 years
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
175 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:00am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks old through 5 years
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumCreative Curriculum, World of Wonders, Learning Without Tears
EnrichmentBeSmart Computers, Gymnastics, Spanish, Yoga, Sports, Martial Arts, Techie Kids
StaffDegreed lead preschool teachers
Daily lifeMeals provided
Parent updatesParent app (parent communications app)
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity175 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Gardner School of Chicago has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Gardner School of Chicago

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
175 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#528053
See the state's record

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.

Copied from Illinois Department of Early Childhood on October 2, 2026. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about The Gardner School of Chicago

Is The Gardner School of Chicago licensed?

Yes. Illinois Department of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.

Does The Gardner School of Chicago 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 The Gardner School of Chicago care for?

175, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are The Gardner School of Chicago's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Gardner School of Chicago cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (773) 661-0151 to ask.

What is The Gardner School of Chicago's phone number?

(773) 661-0151.

Where is The Gardner School of Chicago?

1612 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622. The nearest other daycare we list is L&L Academy and Preschool, BT, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Illinois Department of Early Childhood (license).