1 / 5LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY
License issued (IL)450 W MENOMONEE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60614
DCC in City Of Chicago County, Illinois
- Hours
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Licensed for
- 19 children
The public record
- License number
- 639389
- License status
- License issued (IL)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 19 children
- Address
- 450 W MENOMONEE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60614
- County
- City Of Chicago County
- Phone
- +17737167522
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6:30 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 LEARNERS 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
- 3 to 5 years
- Day care, licensed for
- 19 children
- Languages reported
- English
Amenities and accessibility
From the business
- Identifies as Black-owned
- Identifies as Latino-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 15 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star15
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star0
From Google
Recent parent reviews
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Little Learners Academy. Our son genuinely looks forward to going every morning and always comes home happy, which tells us everything we need to know. After looking at some of the larger franchise centers, we really fell in love with the "boutique" feel here. The classroom is such a bright, cute space, and the location is perfect—tucked away on a quiet street that’s an easy walk for us and so close to some of the best neighborhood parks. It’s always a treat to walk by and see the kids' latest creative projects displayed in the front window. Even though it’s their first year, the balance they’ve struck between a structured routine and creative imaginative play is spot on. The communication has been excellent, and we’ve already noticed our son becoming more confident since starting. We’re so grateful to Dana and the team for making this such a great place for our kid!
Teresa ZapataFeb 6, 2026Our boy started at Little Learners at the same moment Little Learners first opened their doors. Dana, the owner, is the most wonderful and sweet person, and you can see that she puts all her heart and soul into the school, you can just feel the warmth as soon as you walk in, it’s absolutely amazing. Our son loves it there; he learns a lot and we saw him change, in a good way, within the first couple of weeks of being there. Of course, it’s not just Dana either, she has chosen an amazing team of teachers whom are all the absolute sweetest. All in all, we love the place 😌.
Meriete BraidDec 23, 2025I can't recommend LLA highly enough to families looking for a warm, welcoming place for their children to grow and learn. When our daycare of 3 years abruptly closed, we were devastated and more than a little panicked about where we'd find high quality childcare for our unique, energetic 3.5-year-old. I heard about Little Learners from a friend, reached out to Dana, and was able to tour the school and enroll my son in a matter of days. Since then, we've had the most wonderful experience with Little Learners. The sun-drenched classroom is tucked away on a quiet residential street close to parks, the zoo and the farmer's market, with the adorable crafts and projects the kids are working on proudly displayed in the front window. Dana and her expert teachers offer a truly play-based curriculum, with tons of time outdoors and imaginative play—plus nutritious meals. Most importantly, it seems they give each child the space to be themselves. I've already noticed a boost in my son's confidence (and vocabulary), and it's not just a relief to know he's being cared for, but a joy to see him being nurtured. Dana has helped turn a difficult transition into a blessing in disguise, and we're so grateful!
Grace FriedmanOct 16, 2025I’ve known Dana for several years. She has a genuine gift with kids. My granddaughter loves “Miss Dana”. She is calm and attentive. Little ones love learning through play with her. And she has designed an inviting space for them to learn in. Highly recommend Little Learners Academy!
Dorene JordanAug 20, 2025My daughters were truly fortunate to have Dana as their teacher. Under her guidance, we watched them both grow in ways that went far beyond academics. She created an environment where they felt supported, challenged, and encouraged to be curious. Because of her dedication and passion, they not only gained knowledge, but also confidence in their abilities. As parents, it was incredibly rewarding to see them come home excited about what they had learned and eager to share their experiences. Dana played an important role in their development, and we will always be grateful for the care, patience, and commitment she poured into their education.
Sheila ButlerAug 19, 2025Finding a daycare you can truly trust isn’t easy, but Little Learners Academy makes it simple. The staff is warm, patient and so creative with activities. It feels like dropping your child off with family who genuinely cares. I would not hesitate to recommend their services with any parent seeking a high quality daycare.
Joceline NegronAug 19, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY
Is LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY holds Illinois licence 639389, listed as "License issued (IL)" 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 LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY accept?
- Illinois licenses LITTLE LEARNERS ACADEMY for children 3 to 5 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 19. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
What languages are spoken at LITTLE LEARNERS 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 LEARNERS 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 LEARNERS 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 639389. 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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