Enriching The Mind One Child At A Time

We Foster Cognitive, Emotional, Physical, and Social Growth Through Our Enriching Curriculum

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Personalized Learning for Every Child

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Balanced Curriculum

Structured learning and creative exploration blend.

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Guidance & Supervision

Personalized attention boosts confidence and independence.

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Safe Environment

Secure spaces fostering essential 
age-appropriate skills.

Chicago’s Premier Preschool Experience

At Lakefront Children’s Academy, we understand that your child’s early years set the foundation for lifelong growth and success. As one of Chicago’s most highly recommended early childhood academies, we take pride in providing a nurturing, enriching environment where every child can thrive.

The Lakefront Mission

We are dedicated to enriching young minds, one child at a time. Our unique, research-based curriculum combines the best of proven learning methods, expertly delivered by our highly trained and caring staff. From the moment your child joins our academy, they will be supported, inspired, and guided every step of the way.

Our Programs & Philosophy

Individualized Learning for Every Child

At Lakefront Children’s Academy, we believe every child is unique and capable of positively contributing to our world. Our programs are designed to meet each child’s individual needs—nurturing cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development.

  • Balanced Curriculum: We blend structured learning with creative exploration, offering a harmonious mix of active and quiet activities tailored to each age group.
  • Guidance & Supervision: Our dedicated educators provide personalized attention, promoting confidence and independence as children engage in a wide variety of experience-enhancing activities.
  • Safe & Stimulating Environment: Children are encouraged to explore, make choices, and build essential age-appropriate skills within a secure, welcoming space.

Our offerings include daycare, nursery school, and kindergarten programs, each carefully planned to foster growth and curiosity.

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A World of Learning Opportunities

At Lakefront Children’s Academy, your child will enjoy a rich tapestry of educational experiences, including:

  • Reading & Math Readiness: Laying the foundation for academic success with engaging, hands-on activities.

  • Art & Creativity: Inspiring imagination and self-expression through diverse art projects.

  • Earthworks Science Program: Sparking curiosity about the natural world with interactive, age-appropriate science lessons.

  • Private Piano & Musikgarten Music Lessons: Nurturing a love of music and rhythm with professional instruction.

  • Spanish Language: Introducing global perspectives through fun, immersive language learning.

  • Physical Education: Building strength, coordination, and a love for movement.

  • Field Trips: Exploring Chicago’s cultural landmarks, museums, and parks to broaden horizons.

  • Hot Meals: Providing nutritious, delicious meals that fuel active minds and bodies.

  • Critical Thinking Development: Encouraging problem-solving, analysis, and independent thought.

  • Global Readiness: Preparing children for international studies and global citizenship with geography and social studies.

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What Families Say

"It truly is a pleasure working with children from Lakefront Academy. Their writing skills and recollection of letters and sounds took their feet running with reading during the first quarter of kindergarten. The children from Lakefront walked through our classroom door ready to learn!"

—South Loop Regional Gifted Center Kindergarten Teacher

"We really enjoyed our time at your school. Thank you for being so wonderful to our daughter."

—Former LCA Jellybean Parent

​​"Thank you for everything you and your staff did in preparing my son for the Gifted Program at his new school. The three years he spent at Lakefront were the best way for him to be prepared for the Academic challenges of the Gifted Program."

—Former Dolphin Parent

​"Thank you for making our family's experience with our daughter's first time in school a wonderful one. We all felt very comfortable leaving her in your care and she enjoyed every moment."

—Former Dolphin Parent

"It truly is a pleasure working with children from Lakefront Academy. Their writing skills and recollection of letters and sounds took their feet running with reading during the first quarter of kindergarten. The children from Lakefront walked through our classroom door ready to learn!"

—South Loop Regional Gifted Center Kindergarten Teacher

"We really enjoyed our time at your school. Thank you for being so wonderful to our daughter."

—Former LCA Jellybean Parent​​​​

The Heart of Chicago’s Cultural Scene

Located in the vibrant New East Side neighborhood, Lakefront Children’s Academy offers unbeatable convenience for busy families. We’re steps away from Millennium Park, Maggie Daley Park, and the best of downtown Chicago. Rain or shine, our indoor and outdoor play areas ensure children remain active and engaged year-round. Our proximity to world-class museums, theaters, and cultural centers enriches our curriculum with unforgettable experiences.

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Join Our Lakefront Family

Discover why so many Chicago families trust Lakefront Children’s Academy for exceptional early childhood education and care. Schedule a tour today and see how we’re enriching the mind, one child at a time.

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