How many KinderCare pre-kindergarten's are there in Wilmette?

There are 23 KinderCare pre-kindergartens within 15 miles of Wilmette.

What age should you start pre-kindergarten?

It’s their senior year of preschool! Let us get your kiddo ready for the years ahead. We provide pre-k programs for children ages 4-5 years old.

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What is accreditation and are Wilmette KinderCare centers accredited?

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Pre-K in Wilmette, Illinois

Get your child ready for kindergarten in our Wilmette pre-k's.

It's important to choose a learning environment that will help your child thrive and prepare them for the years ahead. Our pre-K classrooms in Wilmette are designed to foster a love of learning and a sense of belonging.

Explore our pre-k programs at a location near you!

Give your child a bright future with KinderCare's award-winning and accredited pre-k programs in Wilmette. Currently we have 23 pre-kindergartens in or nearby Wilmette which can be found just below.

23 Pre-Kindergartens in Wilmette, IL

1.
Buffalo Grove KinderCare

14.1 Miles Away: 651 Deerfield Pkwy, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 459-6995

Center Director: Bee Davis, since 2008

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Center Director: Bee Davis
At KinderCare Since: 2008
2.
Baldwin Road KinderCare

15.3 Miles Away: 1653 N Baldwin Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 359-2270

Center Director: Reyna Mendiola, since 2016

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Center Director: Reyna Mendiola
At KinderCare Since: 2016
3.
Phillip Road KinderCare

16.5 Miles Away: 5 E Phillip Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 680-7771

Center Director: Desiree Flores Gonzalez, since 2024

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Center Director: Desiree Flores Gonzalez
At KinderCare Since: 2024
4.
Glenview Knowledge Beginnings

4.8 Miles Away: 2401 Compass Rd, Glenview, IL 60026
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 729-0204

Center Director: Laura Shymkus, since 2010

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Center Director: Laura Shymkus
At KinderCare Since: 2010
5.
North Elston KinderCare

8.6 Miles Away: 3855 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Ages: 2 years to 6 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (773) 267-7660

Center Director: Valeria Lopez Cerezo, since 2014

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Center Director: Valeria Lopez Cerezo
At KinderCare Since: 2014
6.
North Arlington Hts KinderCare

13.1 Miles Away: 1320 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 255-7335

Center Director: Jacqueline Pericolosi, since 2001

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Center Director: Jacqueline Pericolosi
At KinderCare Since: 2001
7.
Evanston KinderCare

2.8 Miles Away: 2014 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 869-3456

Center Director: Nicole Matthews, since 2024

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Center Director: Nicole Matthews
At KinderCare Since: 2024
8.
Bensenville KinderCare

13.6 Miles Away: 324 E Green St, Bensenville, IL 60106
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (630) 766-2727

Center Director: Kristy Ann Johnson, since 1997

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Center Director: Kristy Ann Johnson
At KinderCare Since: 1997
9.
Lake Cook KinderCare

12.1 Miles Away: 1025 E Lake Cook Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 541-4406

Center Director: Samantha Coyne, since 2023

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Center Director: Samantha Coyne
At KinderCare Since: 2023
10.
South Arlington Heights KinderCare

12.9 Miles Away: 1003 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 593-7510

Center Director: Jacqueline Huila, since 2015

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Center Director: Jacqueline Huila
At KinderCare Since: 2015
11.
Vernon Hills KinderCare

16.5 Miles Away: 451 Creekside Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 680-3835

Center Director: Kassidy Kaufman, since 2024

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Center Director: Kassidy Kaufman
At KinderCare Since: 2024
12.
Palatine KinderCare

15.2 Miles Away: 929 E Palatine Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 358-2233

Center Director: Sherry Barnvos

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Center Director: Sherry Barnvos
13.
Des Plaines KinderCare

6.2 Miles Away: 8650 W Ballard Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 803-9929

Center Director: Darci Rozner, since 2017

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Center Director: Darci Rozner
At KinderCare Since: 2017
14.
Elk Grove Village KinderCare

15 Miles Away: 800 S Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:15 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 956-7123

Center Director: Samantha Raskow, since 2024

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Center Director: Samantha Raskow
At KinderCare Since: 2024
15.
Meyers Road KinderCare

20.2 Miles Away: 1214 S Meyers Rd, Lombard, IL 60148
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:15 AM - 6:15 PM
Call: (630) 620-0440

Center Director: Renita Bell, since 2023

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Center Director: Renita Bell
At KinderCare Since: 2023
16.
Schoenbeck KinderCare

11.7 Miles Away: 780 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 459-9231

Center Director: Debra Lipka, since 1988

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Center Director: Debra Lipka
At KinderCare Since: 1988
17.
Mount Prospect KinderCare

10.9 Miles Away: 300 W Kensington Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (847) 255-1585

Center Director: Shamika Brown, since 2023

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Center Director: Shamika Brown
At KinderCare Since: 2023
18.
South Loop KinderCare

15.7 Miles Away: 1501 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605
Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (312) 913-1557

Center Director: Lisa Watts, since 2017

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Center Director: Lisa Watts
At KinderCare Since: 2017
19.
Elmhurst KinderCare

16.8 Miles Away: 556 W North Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (630) 832-3153

Center Director: Christy Mcglathery, since 2005

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Center Director: Christy Mcglathery
At KinderCare Since: 2005
20.
Marcey Street KinderCare

11.8 Miles Away: 1733 N Marcey St, Chicago, IL 60614
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call: (312) 274-1850

Center Director: Gabrielle Cathey

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Center Director: Gabrielle Cathey
21.
University Children's Center

13.9 Miles Away: 446 E Ontario St Ste 150, Chicago, IL 60611
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Call: (312) 867-7056

Center Director: Linzi Traini, since 2012

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Center Director: Linzi Traini
At KinderCare Since: 2012
22.
Lincolnshire KinderCare

13.2 Miles Away: 250 Marriott Dr, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Call: (224) 441-3080

Center Director: Jennifer Ramello, since 2025

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Center Director: Jennifer Ramello
At KinderCare Since: 2025
23.
Roscoe Village KinderCare

9.7 Miles Away: 3215 N Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
Open: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Call: (833) 905-3276

Center Director: Erin Acosta, since 2026

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Center Director: Erin Acosta
At KinderCare Since: 2026

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Pre-K in Wilmette, Illinois

Get your child ready for kindergarten in our Wilmette pre-k's.

Explore our pre-k programs at a location near you!

23 Pre-Kindergartens in Wilmette, IL

Buffalo Grove KinderCare

Baldwin Road KinderCare

Phillip Road KinderCare

Glenview Knowledge Beginnings

North Elston KinderCare

North Arlington Hts KinderCare

Evanston KinderCare

Bensenville KinderCare

Lake Cook KinderCare

South Arlington Heights KinderCare

Vernon Hills KinderCare

Palatine KinderCare

Des Plaines KinderCare

Elk Grove Village KinderCare

Meyers Road KinderCare

Schoenbeck KinderCare

Mount Prospect KinderCare

South Loop KinderCare

Elmhurst KinderCare

Marcey Street KinderCare

University Children's Center

Lincolnshire KinderCare

Roscoe Village KinderCare

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