Penny Lane school in Oak Lawn exceeds every expectation we had as parents. From the moment we…read morewalked through those red doors, the environment is warm, clean and thoughtfully designed to make children feel safe, engaged and genuinely happy. What I love most about this place is their staff, their level of care, patience, and attentiveness goes far beyond what we could have hoped for. Its rare to find a place that combines such high standards with genuine heart, but Penny lane (Oak Lawn) does exactly that. We are incredibly fortunate to have found them and would recommend them wholeheartedly to any parent looking for exceptional care. I currently, have 3 of my kids enrolled there. 2 of them in daycare and 1 in their before and after school care. We also leverage their summer camp program. We love Penny Lane, Oak Lawn!

Hi @Melissa penny lanes business director,…read more Since I can't reply back to your comment on my review I'll just write it here. Nothing, I wrote is inaccurate information. I totally understand that these reviews are very important for penny lanes business. This is why I took the time to write out the review. For parents seeking child care for their children and wanting to make the best decision. Actually, some of the things that you stated in your reply was very inaccurate such as my reason to leave the daycare. We left due to having so many incidents occur and the lack of incidents reports being made and also lack of accountability. Most of the time my daughter was sent home from daycare with cuts and bruises. Teachers were unable to explain what happened due to them "not being around" or "leaving early for the day" so she was left in the care of substitute teacher and no one in the daycare could find whichever "substitute teacher "was in the class in at the time to explain the constant injuries. Also, on August 11th I was called into penny lanes due to my child having a busted lip and chipped tooth. I expressed my concerns to the director of the daycare Ms.Laura she responded back to me and let me know if I wanted my child to not have so many incidents I needed a nanny. Which I was completely token back by. I understand things happen in a daycare but as a director for that to be the response back to a concern parent is very insensitive. Also, to double back to the abrupt departure. Laura allow us to leave without putting in the 2 week notice due to not us moving but me being so uncomfortable with my child being enrolled under you guys care second longer. Her last day was that Thursday morning November 6th due to another unreported incident. My daughter was enrolled in for a year. I have never once received a weekly paper meal plan in advance. My child was there 5 days a week and 8-8.5 hrs a day. So I understand that health and safety is the utmost importance but it's seems like the ball was dropped multiple times with my child. Also, is always a lack of accountability. This is not the blame game. If I'm paying for a good quality daycare I expect the best quality health and safety for my child. I left the review for parents to understand that penny lanes daycare of oak lawn does not provide this experience for each and every child. Also, if you need for me to provide any proof I can. Thank you. -Brianna Boyce

Great experience. Teachers and staff are great with the kids. They do so many fun art projects and…read moretheir summer activities are so much fun as they do splash days, trips to nearby library, etc. Both of my boys really loved it and learned so much while they were there. Highly recommend and the price is definitely competitive. Great value for such a wonderful experience.

I was a student here at Papoose Nursery School as a 4-5 year old in 1964-65. All good memories…read more Especially about the food....chili Mac was my favorite...but the liver and onions not so much. Still better than anything my mom cooked. The blocks and train sets....omg. The kids were nice too. I remember "strawberry girl". She didn't say much if anything, but she was nice and often wore a smock with a strawberry on the front. I'm so glad my mom took me here so she could have some "mommy time".' It opened my eyes to a new world and much better food. I'll never forget it.

Our family loved Peter Pan preschool! Both of our daughters went through the program - both 3 year…read moreold and 4 year old preschool. Mrs. V and her staff took excellent care of them and they were both well prepared for Kindergarten. Not only that, because of Peter Pan, we have made lifelong friendships. I highly recommend this preschool to anyone looking for a fun, loving environment to send their child for a great learning experience.

Peter Pan preschool is an amazing preschool, best in the area honestly. Both of my children went…read morethrough their program and I have to say they were more than prepared for kindergarten. They have a play based approach, but don't let that deter you, the things my children have learned is astonishing. Mrs. V and all the other teachers are awesome. They care so much about the kids. My daughter cried when leaving the first day because she was going to miss her teacher, that should give you an idea of how the kids are treated and how much the kids love it as well. Peter Pan also follows the district, they start a bit later and end a bit earlier than the district so you have time to drop off and pick up your other kiddos. If I could I would give them 1,000 stars. I did read some of the negative reviews and I disagree with them; this is an absolutely spectacular place to send your children. My kids love school and Peter Pan helped build that foundation for them. For that I will forever be grateful. I will always recommend this school to whoever asks or is looking. I would like to add to Dominic Leodoro. He stated in his initial review that Mrs. V was a nice woman, yet he keeps his review. Mrs. V can't go back and own the business, so she did the best she could being an employee. She has taken this business over and made it into a wonderful place and program. Replacing what the problems were there. Now while this does not change your experience with the previous owner I think there should be an acknowledgement of the positive changes that have been made since Mrs. V acquired the business. You stating that the program is laughable and that they are babysitters is not a reflection on what it has been changed into.

This preschool is beyond 5 stars! I sent my first child there and it was never a question to send…read moremy younger child. The staff is so incredibly kind. All the teachers are genuinely invested in the growth and wellbeing of my kids. Both my kiddos LOVE/D going to preschool. I was actually really sad when my oldest had to move on to kindergarten and I'll be sad again when my youngest has to move on to kindergarten as well. I've actually never seen a better group of teachers that love my children as if they were their own. We were so blessed to find this preschool when we moved to the area. My only complaint is they are only preschool. I'd pay good tuition to send my kids there through elementary years too.

We are new to the community 2019, relocated from California to Illinois. My daughter started 7th…read moregrade and now she is in 8th grade, she does well in this school and she has made leaps and bounds academically, and socially. She feels safe, appreciated by her teachers and peers. So far have had nothing but a positive experiences. The community has been very welcoming. I've been really impressed with Principal Reedy, teachers and staff by the incredible measures that have been taken to get and keep kids safe in the building during the pandemic. The focus on making complex decisions in the midst of rapidly changing information has been a model of adaptation and innovation. In short, I am very proud to be a part of this school! - Mrs. Schiltz

Excellent school. I was hesitant to enroll my daughter here because she had a 504 plan at the local…read morepublic school, but the teachers and staff were able to provide a more than suitable learning environment for her and she has excelled in every subject. Making the switch was the best decision!!

Absolutely one of the best places to bring your family. The staff and owner truly care about you…read moreand your children!

I loved this place! My mother enrolled me in Small Stride back in the 80s. I am now 38 and I still…read moreremember my time there. Great memories! Ms Harrison was my teacher and Mrs Beck was very nice. Ms Harrison treated me like her own and I always felt safe and taken care of. If I lived in Chicago my children would definitely be there at Small Stride. Belinda Marsaw Lowery

I love everything about this KinderCare facility. My grand daughter has been going to this location…read moresince she was a year old. The staff here care very much about the kids. They pour into them like they're family.

My kids go here. It's a decent experience they love their teachers. Very open and clean facility.read more

Really great daycare. They are kind and friendly. Extremely trustworthy. My 2 year old goes there…read moreand he is so happy there. He's been going since he was 6 months. He knows his ABC's, colors and can count to 20.

My children have attended this daycare for years and I never had a problem this is a great…read moreestablishment and I would bring my grandchildren here when there ready for daycare