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The Trails School

1207 N Cleveland Ave, Chicago, IL 606105.0· 48 reviews
licensed capacity
82
open each week
5 days
monthly, posted tuition
$1,320

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About

About The Trails School

The Trails School is a licensed child care center in Chicago, Illinois. It is licensed by the state, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $1,320 to $2,965.

Illinois Department of Early Childhood publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition

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

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

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday, half day programs available”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to six years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, Reggio Emilia
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Extended care: Extended Day Program 5:00pm-5:30pm Monday - Friday
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsIllinois Child Care Assistance Program
Licensed capacity82 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Trails School lists monthly tuition from $1,320 to $2,965.

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Infant, Full Day Monthly Rate (7:30 AM-5:00 PM), 5 day (M-F)$2,965
Junior Kindergarten, Full Day Monthly Rate (7:30 AM-5:00 PM), 5 day (M-F)$2,490
Junior Kindergarten, Full Day Monthly Rate, 2 day (T,Th)$1,320
Junior Kindergarten, Full Day Monthly Rate, 3 day (M,W,F)$1,850
Preschool, Full Day Monthly Rate (7:30 AM-5:00 PM), 5 day (M-F)$2,650
Preschool, Full Day Monthly Rate, 2 day (T,Th)$1,415
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Preschool, Full Day Monthly Rate, 3 day (M,W,F)$1,975
Toddler, Full Day Monthly Rate (7:30 AM-5:00 PM), 5 day (M-F)$2,835
Toddler, Full Day Monthly Rate, 2 day (T,Th)$1,525
Toddler, Full Day Monthly Rate, 3 day (M,W,F)$2,105
nonrefundable application fee$75
nonrefundable enrollment fee$150
10 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for The Trails School

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
82 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#564257
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 Trails School

Is The Trails School licensed?

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

Does The Trails School 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 Trails School care for?

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

What are The Trails School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Trails School cost?

Monthly tuition from $1,320 to $2,965, as it lists it.

What is The Trails School's phone number?

(312) 878-7970.

Where is The Trails School?

1207 N Cleveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60610. The nearest other daycare we list is Guidepost Montessori at Old Town, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Illinois Department of Early Childhood (license).