Welcome to Our Daycare Center in the Budlong Woods Neighborhood of Chicago

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Our Programs

Infant

We focus on building attachment between babies, caregivers, and parents. Early brain development research states that the more positive experiences an infant has, the more likely they are to acquire knowledge. Our caregivers work in groups to build a creative environment using repetition, ritual, movement and literacy experiences to build positive connections.

  • 7:30 - 9:00
    Arrival, warm greetings, hand washing, health check

    8:45 - 10:00
    Infants served breakfast and bottles on an individual basis. Language activities take place including songs, nursery rhymes, and stories read to infants either individually or in a small group. Diaper changes and naps as needed

    10:00 - 11:30
    Tummy time with fine motor, gross motor, dramatic play, cognitive and language activities. Books read to infants either individually or in a small group. Morning ride in stroller if weather permitting.

    11:30 - 12:30
    Lunch for older infants, diaper changing, feeding. Infants served lunch on an individual basis.

    12:30 - 3:00
    Naps as needed.

    3:00 - 4:00
    Snacks for older infants, diaper changing, feeding

    4:00 - 4:45
    Tummy time with fine motor, gross motor, dramatic play, cognitive and language activities (books read to infants either individually or in a small group)/ Afternoon ride in stroller if weather permitting. Getting ready for departure

    4:45 - 5:30
    Clean-up and departure. Infants’ hands and faces are washed and clothes and diapers are changed if needed.

Toddler

Toddlers are explorers — busy, curious and full of fun. With energy at play, toddlers are provided ample room and learning experiences to develop necessary skills for growth. Our teachers carefully design experiences to develop your child’s literacy, social and emotional awareness, and cognitive and physical development.

  • 7:30 - 8:45
    Arrival — warm greetings, hand washing, health check, free play choices, (puzzles quiet toys, books etc.)

    8:50 - 9:00
    Clean-up and toilet, diaper change and hand washing as needed

    9:00 - 9:30
    Breakfast time

    9:30 - 10:00
    Circle time with greeting songs, finger play, story time and conversations

    9:30 - 10:30
    Music and movement, diaper changes as needed

    10:30 - 11:45
    Outdoor activities, indoor activities, gross motor activities

    11:00 - 11:45
    Free play with blocks, puzzles, painting, play dough, etc.

    11:45 - 12:30
    Lunchtime

    12:30 - 12:45
    Toilet, hand washing, brush teeth

    12:45 - 2:45
    Nap time, soft music, back rub

    2:45 - 3:00
    Wake-up time, toilet, hand wash, diaper change

    3:00 - 3:30
    Snack time

    3:30 - 4:00
    Quiet reading, looking at books, Spanish three times a week

    4:00 - 5:00
    Free choice building blocks, manipulative materials, games

    5:00 - 6:00
    Clean-up and departure. Diaper change, toilet, hand washing as needed.

Preschool

We prepare your child for school. Our teachers use a weekly lesson plan that is flexible to cater to the interests of the children, using creative curriculum and Illinois learning standards to enhance the development of your child. Areas of focus include: social emotional, physical language, cognitive, literacy, math and science, art, and social science

  • 7:30 - 8:45
    Arrival — warm greetings, hand washing, health check, free play choices, (puzzles quiet toys, books etc.)

    8:50 - 9:00
    Clean-up and toilet, diaper change and hand washing as needed

    9:00 - 9:30
    Breakfast time

    9:30 - 10:00
    Circle time with greeting songs, finger play, story time and conversations

    9:30 - 10:30
    Music and movement, diaper changes as needed

    10:30 - 11:45
    Outdoor activities, indoor activities, gross motor activities

    11:00 - 11:45
    Free play with blocks, puzzles, painting, play dough, etc.

    11:45 - 12:30
    Lunchtime

    12:30 - 12:45
    Toilet, hand washing, brush teeth

    12:45 - 2:45
    Nap time, soft music, back rub

    2:45 - 3:00
    Wake-up time, toilet, hand wash, diaper change

    3:00 - 3:30
    Snack time

    3:30 - 4:00
    Quiet reading, looking at books, Spanish three times a week

    4:00 - 5:00
    Free choice building blocks, manipulative materials, games

    5:00 - 6:00
    Clean-up and departure. Diaper change, toilet, hand washing as needed.

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Communication that connects parents

We use Brightwheel to enhance your experience with us and streamline how you see your child’s daily activities. Teachers are able to capture and share daily moments and learning milestones in real time with you. Parents, you will be able to sign your child in and out with your own code, pay tuition, see photos and videos, and message with your teachers.

Enrichment that grows minds

Diana’s has partnered with The Music Playhouse of Chicago to host biweekly music and dance classes for all children.

Toddler learning to play xylophone with teacher