FAMILIES TOGETHER COOP NURSERY SCHOOL

Hours

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 FAMILIES TOGETHER COOP NURSERY 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

2 to 6 years

Day care, licensed for

40 children

Languages reported

English

Amenities and accessibility

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 45 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

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From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  We've had a great pre-k experience at FTCNS. The teachers are incredibly experienced and they truly take a personal interest in each child. The classroom space is bright, beautiful, clean, and engaging. The school community is very warm and creative; we especially love the special events that the school holds like the annual Fall Fest and the Open Gym playtimes which are a lifesaver during the cold winter months.

  Alison BeneficoMar 27, 2026
• ★★★★★

  When we decided to enroll our then 2.5 year old in Families Together, we did not to expect to find the treasure trove we did! Amazing, long-term teachers who truly care about the children; dedicated & caring administrators who care for the welfare of not only the students, but also educators and parents; and a wonderful community of parents that support each other! It's not cheap, but we love the sliding scale tuition and really think of it as an investment in our kiddo's future.

  Katherine DuncanJan 13, 2025
• ★★★★★

  FTCNS is a high-quality preschool. Truly, I can write an essay, but I'll try to condense and hit the highlights. - Most, if not all, teachers have stayed for many years. Other private childcare facilities generally have high teacher turnover rates. Children benefit from stable, long-term relationships with their teachers. My child is in the Juniper's class. The teachers are excellent. They know my child well. They are well-educated, observant, caring and attentive. - My child's teachers have mastered the art of conversation with little children. You'll have to see it to understand it. They talk to children in a way that is very gentle, neutral, yet sensitive and intentional, and still delivers a clear message. - The preschool is very organized, and very responsive to parent inquiries. I was very pleased with their approach in transitioning children on their first days of class. The goal was not to overwhelm the young children. It is truly very thoughtful. - There is a local park across the street, and children go to this park to play for a good amount of time when weather permits. - I have to point out that they make their own play doughs! Commercially available play doughs have offensive smell. FTCNS's does not. This may be a small detail, but I appreciate it a lot! - From what I have observed, teachers value the process of making art, as opposed to relying on product-oriented activities. You may see children freestyle with finger paints, and in doing so express an authentic part of their thoughts and creativity, as opposed to product-oriented activities where they would've been just following step-by-step procedures to represent someone else's ideas. - It's a parent cooperative, so parental involvement is expected. - The times I spent as a parent volunteer, I observed very engaged children. An engaged child is a child who is learning. - If you have read this far, you should apply, while a seat is available. The children/parents in and near Edgewater is very lucky to have a high-quality preschool in their neighborhood. Their offering of sliding-scale tuition is a cherry-on-top, making high quality preschool education accessible to all.

  Seung Jenny ParkJan 11, 2025
• ★★★★★

  Families Together Cooperative Nursery School is a gem for families seeking a community-focused, play-based preschool. As a parent-participation cooperative, it offers a hands-on approach to early childhood education, fostering strong connections among families, teachers, and students. The play-based curriculum is fantastic, encouraging creativity and emotional growth through art, outdoor play, and storytelling. The staff is warm, experienced, and truly invested in each child's development. I also love the emphasis on diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming environment for all. If you want a preschool where your child thrives and you’re actively involved, Families Together is an excellent choice!

  Ann Marie WeinertJan 8, 2025
• ★★★★★

  My daughter could not be happier at Families Together, which in turn means that I could not be happier as a parent. We want the best for our children, and I believe that we have found that in FTCNS. The teachers and staff could not be more welcoming, compassionate, patient, or kind. The program is extremely play based and student led, and teachers are excellent at engaging and tailoring their lessons to student interest. This means that there is no one size fits all, by the book, curriculum. Every week, really every day, they note what the children have been interested in, and help to build on those ideas. Most staff, if not all, have been involved with the school for well over a decade, which speaks volumes. We are so glad to have found Families Together.

  Ruby A.Sep 6, 2024
• ★★★★★

  Families Together is well worth the monetary investment. Now having my second child at Families Together Cooperative Nursery School, I can clearly see how children are given so much 1:1 attention, they learn how to share, communicate their thoughts, and learn how to work together with other little humans(& adults). If they've happened to develop and habits that are not as pro-social as you would like them to be, the staff and teachers at FTCNS have an amazing way of positively redirecting then and teaching them the skills they will need in life. It's really the best foundation you can give your 2.5 to 5 year old! P.S. Being a teacher myself, I can say that they also have such a rich, diverse and inclusive curriculum!

  BarbaraSep 15, 2023

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.