In January 2017, Learning Bridge received the Award of Excellence in Preschool Teaching & Learning. 

ExceleRate Illinois recognizes Learning Bridge as in the top 6% of preschools in the state. Our investment in continuous quality improvement in our classrooms is the highest priority.  

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The Award of Excellence honors best practice achievements in research-based strategies supporting high-need, at-risk children and families.  

We are proud to have earned multiple accreditations and Awards:

  • In addition to the Award of Excellence in Preschool Teaching and Learning from ExceleRate Illinois (see above), we received the GOLD Circle of Excellence from ExceleRate Illinois

  • Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

  • Licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

  • Full affiliate of the American Montessori Society with a certified Montessori director

  • Sponsor of the Federal and Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Preschool for All (PFA)

  • Funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

  • Participant in the USDA Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP)

  • Supported by the Evanston Community Foundation and the Evanston Mental Health Board

  • Member of Evanston Cradle to Career (EC2C) initiative

  • Collaborative partner with the Infant Welfare Society of Evanston

  • Teachers recognized with the Kohl-McCormick Early Childhood Teaching Award and the Childcare Network of Evanston’s Early Childhood Award