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The Gardner School of River North

500 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 606544.9· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
187
open each week
5 days

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About The Gardner School of River North

The Gardner School of River North is a licensed child care center in Chicago, Illinois. It is licensed by the state, for up to 187 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 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: 6 weeks to 5 years
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
187 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 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
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:00am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 5 years
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumCreative Curriculum, World of Wonders Curriculum, Learning without Tears Curriculum
EnrichmentSports, music and arts, computers, foreign language (BeSmart Computers, Amazing Athletes, Music, Karate)
Daily lifeMeals provided
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity187 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Gardner School of River North has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Gardner School of River North

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
187 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#591434
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 River North

Is The Gardner School of River North licensed?

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

Does The Gardner School of River North 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 River North care for?

187, 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 River North's hours?

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

How much does The Gardner School of River North cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (312) 546-3183 to ask.

What is The Gardner School of River North's phone number?

(312) 546-3183.

Where is The Gardner School of River North?

500 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60654. The nearest other daycare we list is Green Bean Day School and Nursery, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Illinois Department of Early Childhood (license).