1 / 5LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY
License issued (IL)7830 W LAWRENCE AVE, NORRIDGE, IL 60706
DCC in Cook County, Illinois
- Hours
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 91 children
The public record
- License number
- 631012
- License status
- License issued (IL)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 91 children
- Address
- 7830 W LAWRENCE AVE, NORRIDGE, IL 60706
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- +17086852131
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 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 LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY is listed against each one it holds. Every figure is a ceiling the state set, not a count of places free.
- Day care, ages
- 15 months to 6 years
- Day care, licensed for
- 91 children
- Languages reported
- English
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.8 average comes from 19 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star18
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
From Google
Recent parent reviews
We’ve had an outstanding experience with this daycare! The food is great, and it’s obvious they really care about providing healthy, tasty meals for the kids. The staff is truly wonderful—warm, caring, and always so positive. They make you feel completely confident leaving your child in their care. The facility is brand‑new, clean, and beautifully designed, which makes the environment feel safe and welcoming. And considering the quality of care, the price is very reasonable, especially compared to other options in the area. We’re extremely happy here and would absolutely recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a supportive, high‑quality place for their child!
Tom PrusinskiJan 28, 2026I am very satisfied with this daycare. The teachers are kind, caring, and creative. My child loves going there, feels happy and safe, and learns a lot through fun and educational activities. I highly recommend it.
Bel laDec 30, 2025The Little Explorers Academy staff is very caring, attentive, and dedicated to the child's development and well-being. The environment is welcoming, safe, and nurturing. They are constantly planning fun and new activities for the children to keep them learning and engaged. They communicate well about everything. There is a weekly schedule with the meals for the children, all the food is made in their kitchen and are healthy organic options. Highly recommend this daycare to parents looking for a loving and trustworthy place for their child!
Damir MehovicDec 22, 2025My husband and I are beyond happy with Little Explorers Academy. The entire staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive. The environment is clean, safe, and welcoming, which gave us peace of mind from day one. All meals are prepared in the daycare and are healthy options. The staff is always planning different events and activities for the children. Our child has learned so much, grown socially, and is always excited to go each morning. Communication with parents is excellent, and we always feel informed and involved through either the procare app and in-person. We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful place and highly recommend it to any family looking for quality childcare. Thank you Mariola, Sylvia, Vita, and the entire Little Explorers staff for providing such a safe and positive experience for the children!
Sladana Nikezic-MehovicDec 21, 2025It’s more than just a daycare – it’s a truly educational environment. Each week, they introduce new and exciting themes like gardening, space, pets etc keeping the kids engaged and curious. The teachers (especially Małgosia and Paulina) are kind, loving, and always willing to take a moment at pick-up to share how the day went. It’s clear they genuinely care about each child. One of the things we really appreciate is the emphasis on healthy, homemade meals prepared on site. No sugary cereals! From day one, the teachers were incredibly supportive and helped both our son and us feel comfortable during the transition – which meant so much to our family. Highly recommended!
Milena MatysekMay 27, 2025This place is a complete mess. I waited for months, and they didn’t bother to call me even once. Then they promised a spot and gave it away before my scheduled visit. Zero communication, zero responsibility. Totally unprofessional and careless.
MarinaMay 12, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY
Is LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY holds Illinois licence 631012, listed as "License issued (IL)" by the Department of Children and Family Services, licensed as a day care center in Cook County. Confirm current standing at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov before enrolling.
What ages does LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY accept?
- Illinois licenses LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY for children 15 months to 6 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 91. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
What languages are spoken at LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY?
- 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 LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY?
- 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 LITTLE EXPLORERS ACADEMY'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 631012. 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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