Fantasy Island Schools for Kids is a Polish daycare in Chicago where children grow up hearing, speaking, and learning in both Polish and English every day. Located at 6100 N Milwaukee Ave in the Norwood Park area, our multilingual daycare serves families who want their children to develop strong bilingual skills from the earliest age – without sacrificing academic rigor or quality of care.
For Polish-speaking families in Chicago, finding childcare that honors their language and culture while preparing children for American schools can be a challenge. Many daycares offer English-only instruction. Others provide occasional Polish exposure but lack a structured bilingual curriculum. At Fantasy Island Schools for Kids, Polish is not an add-on – it is woven into daily life.
Children at our Polish daycare in Chicago hear Polish during circle time, mealtimes, songs, stories, and everyday conversation. They also receive formal instruction in English literacy and academics. This dual-language approach strengthens cognitive flexibility, improves problem-solving skills, and gives children a lasting advantage. Research from the National Institute for Early Education Research confirms that bilingual children develop stronger executive function and academic outcomes compared to monolingual peers.
Our staff also speaks Spanish, giving children exposure to a third language and broadening their cultural awareness from an early age.
Our flexible scheduling options allow parents to choose the care they need, whether it’s full-time, part-time, or drop-in care. At Kidschool, we understand the importance of finding quality daycare for your child, and we strive to provide a loving and supportive environment that helps them grow and thrive.
Our youngest learners are welcomed into a warm, homelike environment where they build trust, routine, and early communication skills. Experienced caregivers speak to children in both Polish and English throughout the day, helping them develop vocabulary in two languages naturally. Activities include songs, stories, sensory play, and structured social interaction – all designed to nurture confidence and curiosity.
Our bilingual preschool program builds on the daycare foundation with a gifted curriculum covering literacy, math, science, social studies, and art. Children engage in hands-on, experiential learning with enrichment classes in music, dance, and cultural studies. Polish language instruction continues alongside English academics, ensuring children are equally comfortable in both languages as they prepare for kindergarten.
Our kindergarten program prepares children for acceptance into gifted programs at local schools – and an overwhelming majority of our graduates achieve exactly that. The curriculum focuses on academic readiness, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth, all delivered in a bilingual Polish-English environment. Children leave Fantasy Island confident, capable, and ready to thrive in elementary school.
Bilingual Instruction Daily – Children receive consistent exposure to Polish and English throughout every part of the day, from structured lessons to free play and mealtimes. This is not a weekly Polish class – it is full immersion.
Gifted Curriculum – Our activity-focused, experiential curriculum goes beyond standard daycare programming. We incubate future leaders across the arts, sciences, and mathematics, and our results speak for themselves – the majority of our kindergarten graduates are accepted into gifted programs.
Three Meals Cooked On-Site – We prepare three nutritious, locally sourced meals fresh every day at no additional cost. Many of our recipes draw on Polish culinary traditions, giving children a taste of home alongside balanced nutrition.
Small Class Sizes – Low student-to-teacher ratios mean every child receives individualized attention. Our teachers know each child by name, by personality, and by learning style.
Licensed and Trusted – Fantasy Island Schools for Kids is a state-licensed daycare center in Illinois with a 4.8-star rating on Google and a 100% recommendation rate on Facebook.
Chicago is home to one of the largest Polish communities outside of Poland, and families in neighborhoods like Norwood Park, Edison Park, Gladstone Park, Jefferson Park, and Sauganash often seek childcare that reflects their heritage. Fantasy Island Schools for Kids is proud to be part of this community.
Our Polish daycare in Chicago is more than a place where children learn the language – it is a place where Polish traditions, holidays, and values are celebrated alongside American culture. Children participate in cultural events, learn Polish songs and rhymes, and develop a genuine connection to their family heritage.
We also welcome non-Polish families who want their children to benefit from bilingual education. Learning Polish alongside English builds the same cognitive advantages as any dual-language program – stronger memory, better focus, and greater mental flexibility.
7:00 AM – Arrival and Free Play – Children settle in with self-directed activities and greet friends and teachers in Polish and English.
Morning Circle Time – Group learning through songs, calendar, weather, and language activities in both languages.
Curriculum Block – Guided instruction in literacy, math, science, or art following our gifted curriculum.
Freshly Cooked Lunch – A nutritious meal prepared on-site by our kitchen staff.
Outdoor Play – Physical activity on our large playground – running, climbing, and cooperative games.
Enrichment Activities – Music, dance, art, STEM, or cultural immersion programs.
Afternoon Snack and Quiet Time – Rest for younger children, extended learning for older groups.
Pickup (until 6:00 PM) – Parents receive updates on their child’s day and progress.
Not at all. Children of all language backgrounds are welcome. Many families enroll specifically to give their children Polish language exposure for the first time.
Our staff speaks Polish, English, and Spanish. All teachers are experienced in early childhood education and bilingual instruction.
Yes. Three freshly prepared meals are cooked on-site every day at no extra cost.
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We offer both full-time and part-time spots.
6100 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646 – in the Norwood Park area, minutes from Edison Park, Gladstone Park, Jefferson Park, and Niles.
Call us at 773-206-4627 or fill out our contact form.
