A Brilliant Beginning

For Your Little Learner

Experience Top-Quality Care 
& Stellar Early Education

The Next Best Thing To You

Your Little Scholar Gets The Best
Quality Care & Early Education

The Next Best
Thing To You

Your Little Scholar Gets The Best
Quality Care & Early Education

The Next Best
Thing To You

The Next Best

Thing To You

Your Little Scholar Gets The Best
Quality Care & Early Education

Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Chicago, IL

Come Explore With Us!

Discover a World of Creativity, Laughter, & Learning. Enroll Now & Let the Fun Begin!
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Feel Happy & Confident When You Know They’re In Good Hands

A safe, caring environment cultivates your child’s happiness, growth, self-esteem, and love of learning. Mother-trusted for 20 years, this is where you want them to be if they can’t be with you.

A LIVE Streaming App & 2-Way Teacher Communication

Take a peek into your child’s classroom with the PB&J® live-stream service so that you can see all their fun activities. Get daily pictures, videos, and news from their teachers via the convenient Brightwheel™ app.

Learning Spaces Stay Spotless With Rigorous Cleaning Routines

Your child’s learning spaces stay spotless and virus-free with strict protocols in place. Staff members use electrostatic sprayers to sanitize surfaces throughout the day, and in the evening, an on-site housekeeping team carries out a deep clean.

Enrichments Such As Music, Spanish, & More Included In Tuition

Diverse and exciting learning experiences enrich your child’s early education and at no extra cost to you. Spanish and baby signing cultivate cognitive development and communication. Daily music and movement encourage their self-expression.

Social-Emotional Skills Bring A Sense Of Lasting Confidence

Expect a teaching team of caring experts to help your child as they learn how to regulate their emotions, express themselves, and explore the world. Social skills like sharing and teamwork with a focus on empathy help build their lasting confidence.

Your Child Is Ready For Success In School: Mind, Body, & Spirit

Your child gets the support and guidance they need to transition to elementary school smoothly. Exciting activities, learning through play, and plenty of loving care set them up academically, socially, and emotionally for future success.

2 Curricula That Will Unlock Their Highest Potential Now

The research-based Creative Curriculum® makes every moment teachable. The project-based Funshine Express® engages learners with exciting activities. Talented teachers adapt the 2 curricula to your child’s interests and learning styles.
Organic Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks At No Extra Cost

Organic Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks At No Extra Cost

Let us take away the stress of preparing and packing a lunch. Your child loves their daily meals, which keep them energized for learning. Prepared on-site with healthy organic ingredients, their menu ensures they have all the nutrients they need.

Kids Stay Active As They Bike, Slide & Walk In The Park Daily

Lots of play in the fresh air support your child’s physical development. Every day, they play on bikes and slides, toss balls with their friends and create masterpieces on the outdoor easel. Regular walks to the local park provide a chance to connect with nature.

We Proudly Accept Subsidy Families

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FAQs

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday – Friday
  • INFANT: 6 weeks – 14 months
  • TODDLER: 1 – 2 years
  • TWOS: 2 – 3 years
  • PRESCHOOL: 3 – 5 years
Your child’s talented educators hold or are pursuing degrees in Early Childhood Education. Every member of staff is CPR certified.
  • Restricted access controls
  • Fenced-in yard
  • Internal-use security cameras
  • Teachers with CPR certifications

Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options

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Hear What Parents Have To Say...

"Ms. Valerie and her beautiful staff are here in helping me grow my son!"
"Ms. Valerie and her beautiful staff are here in helping me grow my son!"

My two year old is learning sign language along with early learning development skills that will prepare him for pre school. I love his excitement about going to school. What joys me the most about this establishment is the Strong Black Owned leadership and the homie but professional safe environment for my child. I am happy and glad to say that Ms. Valerie and her beautiful staff are here in helping me grow my son for his future in this village.

- Leshelle Williams

"They are consistent, professional, always thrilled to see my little ones!!"
"They are consistent, professional, always thrilled to see my little ones!!"

What can I say about Ms Valerie and the entire University Kids staff! They are consistent, professional, always thrilled to see my little ones! Ms Valerie is a phenomenal Director, and she has created an all star team of teachers that do not disappoint! I have seen the academic growth in my 4 year old who is ready now to tackle kindergarten! My 1 year who came to them a little behind has learned so much in their care! They are an awesome addition to our village!

- Lavell Short Jr

"They have an app that let's me track his activities during the day and post adorable pics!"
"They have an app that let's me track his activities during the day and post adorable pics!"

My son is currently attending here and I couldn't be more pleased. We are greeted every morning with a smile. They have an app that let's me track his activities during the day and post adorable pics and videos. The workers are very hands on and loving and professional.

- Chiquta Hicks

"I highly recommend any parent whose looking for a daycare! The staff is amazing, THANK YOU!"
"I highly recommend any parent whose looking for a daycare! The staff is amazing, THANK YOU!"

My son loves being in university kids the teachers and staff are all so patient with the children. They teach children so many things my son walks down the street like ma what color is this. I highly recommend any parent whose looking for a daycare to attend this one. The staff is amazing. THANK YOU!

- Ashley Bruce

How Old Is Your Child?

Infants

6 weeks - 18 months

Toddlers

1-2 years

Twos

2-3 years

Preschool

3-5 years