Enrollment Now Open at Our Early Learning Centers
Give Your Child the First Steps to a Great Future
We offer affordable & accredited educational programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Monday thru Friday, we provide a nurturing and diverse classroom environment for children to learn and play.
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Want to Apply?
View our early learning centers listed below to select a location near you.
Please view the eligibility and application requirements below.
Chicago Early Learning Centers
South & Southwest Sides
Serving Chicago Lawn, Clearing, Englewood, Gage Park, West Englewood and West Lawn communities
Midway Children’s Center
Ages 2-5 Years
773-884-2350
3215 West 63rd Street
Learning and Wellness Center
Ages 6 Weeks – 5 Years
773-535-0101
5338 South Loomis
Northwest Side
Serving Belmont Cragin, Hermosa, Irving Park and Portage Park communities
North Children’s Center
Ages 2-5 Years
773-371-3770
3255 North Central
DuPage County Early Learning Centers
Multiple Locations
Pregnant Moms – Children 5 Years of Age
Serving 33 communities, including Wheaton, Elmhurst, Naperville and Woodridge
630-784-4801
Eligibility Requirements
Metropolitan Family Services requires that families must be within the federal poverty income guidelines and the parents are employed or attending school. Children of all abilities, disabilities are welcome.
Application Process
The following must be provided to complete enrollment in our early learning programs: proof of address and current income; insurance/medical card; 3 emergency contact persons; your child’s original birth certificate; immunization record; and the name, address and phone of the child’s doctor.