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PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD

Pending renewal application (RN)

4527 SOUTHWEST HWY, OAK LAWN, IL 60453

DCC in Cook County, Illinois

36Elevated Risk
Day care center
4.8(36)Yelp(0)
DCC
Hours
6 AM–6 PM
Licensed for
201 children

The public record

License number
405673
License status
Pending renewal application (RN)
License type
DCC
Licensed capacity
201 children
Address
4527 SOUTHWEST HWY, OAK LAWN, IL 60453
County
Cook County
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 PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD 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
201 children
Languages reported
English

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • 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 36 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star33
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

From Google

Recent parent reviews

  • My husband and I feel incredibly fortunate that our son attends Penny Lane. He's been attending full-time since he was 3 months old, and he's now 3 years old. I come from a somewhat anti-daycare family ("Why would you want someone else raising your kids?" was sometimes said to me). After seeing all that my son has learned, achieved, and done in the past three years, my entire family are now believers! The staff at Penny Lane have been incredible partners in caring for and raising our son. He is quite advanced in every way relative to most kids his age -- physically, verbally, intellectually, socially, etc. I 100% attribute that to Penny Lane. Penny Lane does not just provide supervised playtime all day... each class follows an age-appropriate curriculum, provides countless fun and engaging activities for the kids, and teaches social and emotional intelligence. I swear, Penny Lane does a better job "raising" my child than I would on my own! If you are looking for childcare, I cannot recommend Penny Lane enough!

    Lindsey SpringstrohMay 15, 2026
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’ve had a wonderful experience with Penny Lane Schools! Our family currently has a 13-month-old and a 2.5-year-old enrolled, and our older child also attended from 6 months to 3 years old. The care, attention, and support the teachers provide has been consistently amazing. Our children love going every day and are always learning something new. We’re especially grateful for the wonderful teachers our kids have had, including Ms. Marilu, Ms. Sam, Ms. Layla, Ms. Stephanie, Ms. Maria, and Ms. Bayta. They have all been so kind, nurturing, and attentive. There are also many other great teachers and staff members who help make this such a positive place for kids. Penny Lane Schools truly feels like an extension of our family, and we highly recommend it to other families.

    Meghan DaleyApr 27, 2026
  • Our experience at Penny Lane has bee incredible. Our twins have been there since they were just 12 weeks old, and from the very beginning, we’ve felt completely confident in the care they receive. The staff is truly amazing. They are kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child. As a nurse with a demanding schedule, the hours have been extremely helpful, and the communication is always clear, timely, and consistent. What really sets Penny Lane apart is the sense of family. The teachers have built such meaningful relationships with our children, and it shows. Our twins absolutely adore them. Not to mention all the wonderful friends they have met in class. We’ve even encouraged friends to enroll their children here, and would wholeheartedly recommend Penny Lane to any family looking for a nurturing, dependable daycare.

    Emily FisherApr 22, 2026
  • We’ve had a truly positive experience with Penny Lane Schools. From the very beginning, the staff has been welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in my son’s growth and well-being. It’s clear that they take the time to understand each child as an individual, which has made a big difference for our family. The teachers are patient, attentive, and skilled at creating a structured yet nurturing environment. I’ve seen noticeable progress in my son’s confidence, social skills, and overall development since he started attending. Communication with families is consistent and thoughtful, which gives me peace of mind knowing I’m always informed and involved. What stands out most is the level of care and dedication the entire team shows. They go above and beyond to create a safe, positive space where children can thrive. I’m very grateful for the support my son receives here and would highly recommend Penny Lane Schools to other families looking for a caring and professional program.

    Trena KApr 21, 2026
  • The staff at penny lane are amazing! My daughter has difficulties transitioning to a new daycare after moving from a different state to Illinois. The staff took their time with her and made her comfortable and accommodated her every need. Shes come out of her shell and has been happy coming to daycare ever since! Thank you to the wonderful staff!! My daughter also speaks very highly of her teachers and loves them all!!

    Nelly MerriaApr 21, 2026
  • My daughter has been enrolled at Penny Lane at the Oak Lawn location for almost a year now and I am beyond grateful for the experience she has had so far. The staff is so communicative, caring and respectful and I know that my daughter is in safe hands each day. From the moment I toured the school I realized that Penny Lane isn’t just a “daycare” but an educational experience! My daughter has shown so much growth in her educational and social skills because of the highly skilled staff. I have and will continue to recommend Penny Lane to every family I know personally that is searching for trustworthy and high quality childcare.

    Annia GutierrezApr 18, 2026

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.

Questions parents ask about PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD

Is PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD a licensed child care provider in Illinois?

Yes. PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD holds Illinois licence 405673, listed as "Pending renewal application (RN)" 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 PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD accept?

Illinois licenses PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD for children 6 weeks to 12 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 201. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.

What languages are spoken at PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD?

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 PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD?

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 PENNY LANE SCHOOL LTD's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the monitoring record.

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

  1. Primary. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services provider record, published through DCFS Sunshine, licence 405673. Monitoring reports back to 2010 are published there and are not included on this page.
  2. Context. Our explainer on how Illinois daycare licensing and inspections work, and on Illinois child care assistance.

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