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Pending renewal application (RN)505 N SAINT CLAIR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60611
DCC in City Of Chicago County, Illinois
- Hours
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 42 children
The public record
- License number
- 577608
- License status
- Pending renewal application (RN)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
- Address
- 505 N SAINT CLAIR ST, CHICAGO, IL 60611
- County
- City Of Chicago County
- Phone
- +13126000003
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–6 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 CATERPILLAR CARE 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 36 months
- Day care, licensed for
- 42 children
- Languages reported
- English
Amenities and accessibility
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Onsite services
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
Planning
- Appointment required
Parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 58 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star58
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- 1 star0
From Google
Recent parent reviews
The teachers and directors are truly amazing! We greatly appreciate the love and care our girls received while attending Caterpillar Care. Our youngest has significant food allergies and the team went above and beyond to ensure she was able to enjoy the meals/snacks provided along with her peers. I’d give a 10 star review if possible!
Tesia MiltonJul 6, 2026The Caterpillar experience was amazing for us and our son. The teachers and staff were welcoming and gave great updates. Our son loved the activities, his friends and was always so happy and full of stories of what he did every evening. He developed in all aspects so much thanks to the Caterpillar team.
Shane HolleranJul 4, 2026Our son Rory had a wonderful experience at this daycare. The teachers and staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely care about the children in their care. Rory built meaningful relationships with his teachers and always came home happy, which meant so much to us as parents. The environment is warm, nurturing, and welcoming, and it was clear that the team puts a lot of heart into what they do every day. We are very grateful for the care, patience, and attention Rory received during his time there and appreciate the role the staff played in his early growth and development. Thank you to the entire team for creating such a supportive and loving space for children and families.
Kaelen CalvinMar 6, 2026We absolutely loved our experience with Caterpillar, leaving was truly emotional for our family. From day one, the team welcomed our son with genuine care and warmth. Every morning, he’d head in with the biggest smile on his face, excited to start his day, and as parents, that joy and comfort meant everything to us! The teachers are not only professional and attentive, but they bring so much heart into everything they do, from creative arts and crafts to the most thoughtful holiday celebrations. The leadership team is equally wonderful, responsive and always ready to support both child and parent. As a family who had just moved to Chicago from overseas, finding Caterpillar felt like an anchor during a time of big transitions. Knowing our son was in such caring hands gave us peace of mind I’ll never forget. We couldn’t recommend Caterpillar more!
Ellie ParisJun 18, 2025Caterpillar is truly an incredible daycare! The teachers are not only highly qualified but also incredibly kind and caring. Our daughter absolutely loves it—she asks to go to daycare every day, which speaks volumes about how happy and comfortable she feels there. The school’s leadership is just as wonderful, always attentive and supportive. As newcomers to the U.S., finding Caterpillar has been an absolute gift. It has given us peace of mind, knowing that our child is in the best hands. We couldn't be happier with our experience and are so grateful for the entire team. If you’re looking for a loving, professional, and nurturing environment for your child, this is the place to be! ❤️
Natacha FEUZJan 24, 2025Caterpillar Care is absolutely amazing! My son stayed with them for about three months and absolutely loved it. The staff is incredibly kind and professional, and they create such a warm and welcoming environment for the children. The other kids are so lovely, and it was wonderful to see my son thrive and make friends so quickly. It has truly been a pleasure connecting with Caterpillar Care! I highly recommend them to any parent looking for a nurturing daycare.
Aziz AlzahraniJan 1, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about CATERPILLAR CARE
Is CATERPILLAR CARE a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. CATERPILLAR CARE holds Illinois licence 577608, 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 CATERPILLAR CARE accept?
- Illinois licenses CATERPILLAR CARE for children 6 weeks to 36 months during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 42. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
What languages are spoken at CATERPILLAR CARE?
- 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 CATERPILLAR CARE?
- 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 CATERPILLAR CARE'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 577608. 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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