Drop-In Care

Our on-site Drop-In Care program at Early Discoveries helps parents of infants to preschool age children (6 weeks through 5 years) when their child care provider is unavailable. You will need to register before you can use the services.

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Eligibility

All full-time and part-time employees are eligible for the Early Discoveries Drop-In Care program. We can ensure your child is well cared-for when you visit the Lake County location. Call 224-668-7532.

Fees and Payment

There is an initial non-refundable Registration Fee of $75 per child, and $25 for each sibling. If you have already paid the registration fee for pre-enrollment, you do not have to pay it for Drop-In Care.

Daily Fee: $50 per child

Sibling discounts do not apply to the daily Drop-In Care Program rate. Payment must be made prior to or the day of services.

How to Register

  1. Register – If you are ready to register, please create an account in our Family Info Center. After registration is complete, a registration fee will be applied to your new account.Create an Account
  2. Reserve a Space – call 224-668-7532 and ask for Drop-In Care.
  3. View our Drop-In Care program flyer.

How to Prepare You and Your Child for Drop-In Child Care

Visit and tour the center; call 224-668-7532 or stop by today! Use the Drop-In Care Supplies List to ensure you have everything you need.