Welcome to The Learning Ladder Early Learning Center in Belmont Cragin, a cutting-edge and affordable childcare and preschool facility. We offer exceptional care for children from infancy to age 5, creating a fun and educational environment. Our activities are thoughtfully designed to support age-appropriate growth and development, ensuring a positive experience for both children and parents.
Our vision is to provide the most nurturing environment for children and be the most trusted choice for parents. Each day, we focus on our children's needs through age-appropriate activities in a loving and safe setting. Contact us to schedule a tour of our facility and meet our staff. We look forward to meeting you and your children.
We provide a safe and nurturing environment for your precious little one to blossom.
read moreIntroduction to play, creative arts, language development & sensory exploration.
read moreDeveloping the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they will need to succeed in school.
read moreWe provide a safe and nurturing environment for your precious little one to blossom.
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Using exploration and discovery as a way of learning, our preschool curriculum enables children to develop confidence, creativity, and lifelong critical thinking skills.
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Our programs support children's creativity, their imagination and their curiosity, while continuing to emphasize each child’s individuality in those areas.
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We welcome you to schedule a personal tour of our facility, staff and classrooms, join our waiting list and / or inquire now about enrollment.
moreNutritious 
Good nutrition contributes
to effective learning in children...
Breakfast, lunch & snacks included
Nutritionally balanced & delicious
Meal calendars available to parents
Highly-Qualified 
Our approach to early learning
is what makes us unique...
Highly skilled and trained in early childhood care.
Multiple levels of education and certification
CPR / First-Aid Certified Staff
Quality Care & 
We offer the best child care
services for the best value...
Affordable Tuition with Convenient Payment Options
Multi-child discounts
All inclusive tuition rates & fees
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First-class learning in a nurturing
environment for your child and
and peace-of-mind for parents.
Age-appropriate curriculum
Flexible hours and enrollment plans
Strict safety policies and CPR/First Aid Certified Staff
"This child care center has provided an exceptional preschool learning experience for my daughter. I am so pleased with the staff, teachers, and curriculum – simply the best!"
"This facility is top-notch! Challenging and age-appropriate curriculum. They provide excellent learning programs and enrichment activities as well."
"Highly recommended! Wonderful teachers and experienced staff make this preschool one of the best around."