Step into any of the colorful, stimulating classrooms at First Steps Nursery School in Round Lake, IL, and you'll see smiling, active children engaged in learning. Recipient of the Silver Circle of Quality from ExceleRate Illinois, this innovative early childhood learning center is known for providing the highest level of care and education. With its rich, forward-thinking curriculum, caring, knowledgeable staff, and safe, engaging facility, First Steps has what you are looking for in a child care center.

The school's project-based approach to learning allows children to grow and acquire new knowledge at a pace that best suits their individual development. Called the HighReach Learning curriculum, this method centers on “Teaching and Interacting with Purpose Using Learning Zones.” This freedom to learn is also structured by a daily routine that gives children the security and confidence necessary to explore and discover.

The affordable child care center promotes learning through eight pillars: Creativity, Innovation, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Digital Citizenship. Parents and elementary school teachers agree that First Steps' kids enter kindergarten ready to learn, with strong literacy and social skills.

First Steps has programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years: Infants, Toddlers, 2 Year Olds, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before and After School. At the helm of every classroom is a highly qualified educator with the necessary experience and love of children. The Summer Camp program offers 10 weeks of amazing games, indoor and outdoor activities, music, stories, guest visitors, weekly field trips, and more, all threaded together by an educational theme.

The search for a great daycare center is complete. First Steps Nursery School works with families to create a schedule that meets their needs. Witness the smiling faces and innovative programs on the center's Facebook page. Visit the website to learn more, and call (847) 223-1299 to schedule a tour of the superb educational facility.