Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Development
Vickie's Learning Center has been dedicated to early childhood development since 2003, providing in-home care that prioritizes investigative learning and socialization. Our program fosters foundational skills through structured activities and nurturing environments, preparing children for kindergarten. Accredited by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) and recognized by ExceleRate Illinois, we maintain rigorous standards in safety, health, and educational quality.Our team, led by Miss Vickie with a Bachelor's in Early Education since 2012, emphasizes consistent caregiver relationships and a curriculum designed to meet diverse developmental needs. We actively engage parents through weekly meal transparency and collaborative discussions about their child's growth. As a USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program participant, we ensure balanced nutrition complements our educational mission.
Services
In-Home Child Care
Early Childhood Development
Structured Learning Programs
Socialization Skills Training
USDA Meal Program
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- NAFCC-accredited family child care since 2003
- Structured programs for investigative learning and socialization
- USDA-certified nutrition with weekly menu transparency
- Experienced staff with ongoing professional development
- Proven track record in early childhood developmental milestones
Associations and certifications
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)
- ExceleRate Illinois
Services
In-Home Child Care
Our in-home child care provides a warm, home-like environment for infants to school-age children. We combine consistent caregiver relationships with structured learning activities to support developmental milestones. The program emphasizes safety, health, and educational engagement while maintaining NAFCC accreditation standards.
Early Childhood Development
We offer curriculum-focused early childhood development programs that promote investigative learning and life-long skills. Our approach addresses individual needs through age-appropriate activities, fostering cognitive, social, and emotional growth in preparation for kindergarten and beyond.
Structured Learning Programs
Structured learning programs integrate play-based exploration with educational objectives. Our activities encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and curiosity while aligning with ExceleRate Illinois quality standards for early childhood education and developmental progress.
Socialization Skills Training
Socialization skills training occurs through mixed-age group interactions that teach sharing, communication, and collaborative play. Children learn by observing peers' abilities, developing empathy, and practicing teamwork in a nurturing environment that mirrors real-world social dynamics.
USDA Meal Program
As a USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program participant, we provide balanced meals with diverse fruits, vegetables, and familiar foods. Weekly menus ensure nutritional variety while helping children overcome food aversions through repeated exposure in a supportive setting.
People
Vickie Chedgy
Owner/Director
Vickie Chedgy holds a Bachelor's Degree in Early Education since 2012 and has led our NAFCC-accredited facility since 2003. She implements structured developmental programs while maintaining ExceleRate Illinois quality standards through ongoing staff training and curriculum innovation.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for infants through school-age children in our NAFCC-accredited family child care program.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we participate in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program, offering balanced meals with weekly menu transparency.
How do you support child development?
Our structured curriculum combines investigative learning, socialization activities, and mixed-age peer interactions to promote cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) accreditation and achieved ExceleRate Illinois' Silver Circle of Quality.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM in Island Lake, IL.
