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About
Rockford Daycare & Academy, founded in 2026 in Rockford, IL, is a Montessori-inspired preschool and childcare center with 12 prepared classrooms serving children 15 months to 6 years. The academy emphasizes child-led, nature-based learning and kindergarten readiness aligned to Rockford Public Schools District 205 expectations. Programs include Infant & Toddler (15–24 months), Two-Year-Olds (24–36 months), and Preschool & Pre-K (ages 3–5).
Families receive real-time updates through Brightwheel for secure digital check-in/out, photos, messaging, and billing. Tuition includes three daily meals—breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack—with accommodations for most allergies. Safety measures include fenced outdoor play areas, security cameras, and parent passcode access.
The school operates Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, year-round, with drop-in care available during spring, winter, and summer breaks. It accepts the YWCA of Northwestern Illinois Childcare Assistance Program and does not accept DCFS childcare reimbursement. The center is operating under an Illinois DCFS permit while full licensure is pending.
Led by educators with Rockford Public Schools and special education compliance experience, and supported by bilingual English/Spanish staff with ASL introduction, Rockford Daycare & Academy serves families across South Rockford, Cherry Valley, Loves Park, and Machesney Park. Press coverage notes capacity for up to 300 children and a 14-teacher team.