WE UNDERSTOOD
Working Parents Carry Enough Stress
You're juggling meetings, deadlines, commutes, and the constant mental load of coordinating childcare. You're checking your phone during lunch breaks, wondering if your child is happy.
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We get it. Our founder started For Your Child Preschool precisely because she couldn't find early childhood care that understood the realities of working parenthood. Too many programs had rigid schedules, surprise closures, no communication during the day, and unrealistic hours for working families.
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For Your Child was designed to remove that stress, not add to it. From the moment you drop off to the moment you pick up, we're partners in making your day work.
As working parents, your peace of mind is our priority. You should never feel guilty for working—you should feel confident that your child is thriving.
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Stephanie Sellers
How We Support Working Families
Working Family Friendly Hours
Open 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. No need to rush out early or stress about traffic delays.
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Daily Connection
The Tadpoles app keeps you connected all day with photos, videos, feeding logs, nap updates, and milestone moments.
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Flexible Scheduling
Choose 2, 3, or 5 days per week based on your work schedule and budget. Change as your needs evolve.
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Reliable & Consistent
We're open year-round with minimal closures. No surprise "teacher in-service" days that disrupt your work week.
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Never Miss a Moment with Tadpoles
Working parents tell us the Tadpoles app is their favorite feature. It transforms the workday from worry to connection—you're not wondering what your child is doing, you're watching them thrive in real time.
Photo & Video Updates
You'll receive photos and short videos. See your child's smile during circle time, watch them building with blocks, catch them being silly with friends.
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Detailed Daily Logs
For infants and toddlers, every feeding, every diaper change, every nap is logged. Perfect for breastfeeding moms tracking supply or parents monitoring eating patterns.
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Teacher Notes
Teachers share observations about your child's day: what they enjoyed, who they played with, what they're working on, any challenges navigated.
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Milestone Celebrations
First words, first steps, new friendships, artistic creations are noted in our app and detailed in our twice yearly evaluations. Even when you're at work, you're part of every achievement.
What Working Parents Are Saying
As working parents, the Tadpoles app has been a game-changer. Getting photos and updates throughout the day means we never feel disconnected from our daughter's day. The teachers are so thoughtful about capturing special moments, and it helps us feel present even when we can't be there.
Sarah & Michael T.
Logan Square
I work from home 3 days a week, so the part-time 3-day option is perfect. On days my daughter is at For Your Child, I can focus knowing she's not just being watched—she's learning, playing, and building friendships. The Tadpoles photos during my lunch break make me smile every time.
Amanda R.
Logan Square
The 7:30-6:00 hours are a lifesaver. I commute from the Loop and my wife works in Evanston—the extended hours mean neither of us is constantly stressed about pickup time. And they've never charged us a late fee, even when meetings run over.
David & Jennifer L.
Lincoln Square
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​The consistency is what matters most to us. We know they're open, we know our son's teachers will be there, we know the routine. As dual-career parents, that reliability means everything. We can plan our work weeks without surprise closures throwing everything off.
Marcus & Kim J.
Logan Square
​Ready to Become Part of Our Community?
Schedule a tour of either location and see why families throughout Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Southport, Logan Square, Bucktown, and Wicker Park choose For Your Child Preschool. Come meet us, explore our spaces, and discover the difference a neighborhood preschool can make.