Welcome to the Oak Forest KinderCare located just across the street
from the library and Park District. We are just off of 159th and
Central, which makes taking the Metra very convenient for parents,
I-57 is just a few minutes away. We provide bus service to all of
Oak Forest School District 142 and Arbor Park School District 145.
We have a flexible program to ensure our ability to fit the needs
of our families.
Our center uses a keypad entry and has locked fenced in
playgrounds. All staff completed their First Aid Certifications and
CPR training on an annual basis as part of their employment with
KinderCare.
Hours Of Operation: 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM, M-F
Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Arabic, Spanish
Accreditations: NAC
Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
Illinois Dept. of Human Services [IDHS], Dept. of Children & Family
Services [DCFS] for all ages - parents have a co-pay…$35 co-pay;
$45 for 2 children; $55 for 3+ children (income-based subsidy)
weekly…Go to www.actforchildren.org for more information NACCRRA Id
# 33592
Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years),
Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 –
4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After
School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool,
prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oak Forest KinderCare often compared to?
Oak Forest KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Zion Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Oak Forest KinderCare?
The application deadline for Oak Forest KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Did You Know?
The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,441 for elementary schools and $19,394 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
