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Pending renewal application (RN)321 W 31ST ST, CHICAGO, IL 60616
DCC in City Of Chicago County, Illinois
- Hours
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Licensed for
- 785 children
The public record
- License number
- 555661
- License status
- Pending renewal application (RN)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 785 children
- Address
- 321 W 31ST ST, CHICAGO, IL 60616
- County
- City Of Chicago County
- Phone
- +13128373511
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–8 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
What Illinois licensed
Illinois licenses day care and overnight care separately, so BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL is listed against each one it holds. Every figure is a ceiling the state set, not a count of places free.
- Day care, ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years
- Day care, licensed for
- 390 children
- Night care, ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years
- Night care, licensed for
- 395 children
- Languages reported
- English
An overnight capacity means Illinois approved this provider for night care. It does not say which nights are actually offered, so confirm the hours directly.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.3 average comes from 33 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star27
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star2
- 1 star4
From Google
Recent parent reviews
We are very grateful for the care and support our daughter receives at this daycare. The teachers create a warm and nurturing environment, and it gives us great peace of mind. We especially appreciate Ms. Mo, Ms. Melissa. Ms. Chen, and Ms. Marie, and Ms. Maite for taking the time to share how our little one is doing each day, including her behavior, naps, and eating. Their kindness, patience, and communication truly mean a lot to our family.
Jacquelyn ZhangDec 19, 2025We’ve had such a great experience at this daycare. I especially want to shout out Ms. Phylisia - she is truly one of the most caring teachers and really goes above and beyond for her students. Her lessons helped prepare my daughter so well for kindergarten. She started kindergarten this fall and still loves coming back to visit Ms. Phylisia, which says a lot. I also want to give a big thank you to Ms. Maray, Ms. M, and Ms. Mo. They are so patient and caring with the younger kids and make them feel safe and loved every day. We’re really thankful for all of them and everything they’ve done for our family.
KITTKAT ZZHANGGDec 19, 2025We are so grateful for Busy Bee After School! The teachers here are truly wonderful. Ms. Janette, Ms. Sophie, and Mr. Mike have all been kind, patient, and supportive with Mia. She always feels safe, happy, and encouraged when she is with them. Thank you for creating such a caring environment for the kids. We really appreciate everything you do! Highly recommend Busy Bee to any family looking for a nurturing after-school program.
Maggie WeiDec 12, 2025The after-school program is excellent. The teacher is very responsible and caring, always attentive to the children’s needs. The snacks are freshly prepared every day, healthy and well-balanced, which makes me feel safety as a parent. My daughter really enjoys her time here, and we’re very satisfied.
Yu SophieOct 1, 2025My kid been going here since she was 10 months old, and now she is in CPS Kindergarten. Over the years, we’ve had such a positive experience with this school. The teachers and staff are warm, caring, and truly dedicated to the children’s growth and well-being. They create a safe, nurturing environment where kids can learn, play, and develop confidence. Communication with parents has always been excellent, and we’ve always felt supported and included. We’re so grateful for the strong foundation they helped build for our kid
Helen XSep 26, 2025The afterschool program has been a great experience for us. The staff are caring and attentive, and they provide a safe, welcoming environment. My child enjoys the activities, makes friends, and always comes home happy. I really appreciate the balance of fun and learning they offer.
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Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL
Is BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL holds Illinois licence 555661, listed as "Pending renewal application (RN)" by the Department of Children and Family Services, licensed as a day care center in City Of Chicago County. Confirm current standing at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov before enrolling.
What ages does BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL accept?
- Illinois licenses BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL for children 6 weeks to 12 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 390. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
Does BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL offer overnight child care?
- Yes. Illinois licenses BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL for 395 overnight children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Illinois licenses day and night care separately, so an overnight capacity means the state approved the provider for it. Confirm the hours actually offered with the provider.
What languages are spoken at BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL?
- The licence record lists English. That is what the provider reported to the state, not a guarantee that a speaker is on site at every hour.
Does this page show inspection results for BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL?
- No. Illinois publishes monitoring and licensing reports going back to 2010 through Sunshine at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov. Those reports are not included here, so nothing on this page reflects BUSY BEES LEARNING SCHOOL's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the monitoring record.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Family Services. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Where this comes from
- Primary. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services provider record, published through DCFS Sunshine, licence 555661. Monitoring reports back to 2010 are published there and are not included on this page.
- Context. Our explainer on how Illinois daycare licensing and inspections work, and on Illinois child care assistance.
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