WHAT WE DO
Mary Crane Center provides high quality early care and education programs that support school readiness, empower parents and engage the community.
EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION
Center-Based Programs
Our Center-Based Services offer full-day, year-round program options and participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program serving nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily.
Lake & Pulaski - West Garfield Park
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Serving children 6 weeks - 5 years of age
- Head Start
- Preschool for All
- Early Head Start
- Prevention Initiative
Molade - Austin
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Serving children 6 weeks - 5 years of age
- Head Start
- Preschool for All
- Early Head Start
- Prevention Initiative
Morse - Rogers Park
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Serving children 15 months - 5 years of age
- Head Start
- Preschool for All
- Early Head Start
- Prevention Initiative
North - West Lakeview
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Serving children 6 weeks - 5 years of age
- Preschool for All
- Early Head Start
- Prevention Initiative
Little Achievers
Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 6:00pm
Serving children 6 weeks - 6 years of age
- Head Start Program
- Early Start Program
Phone: 773.632.8249
Fax: 773.276.1600
Address:
3801 W. Diversey Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
St. Ethelreda
Archdiocese of Chicago
Serving children 3 - 5 years of age
- Head Start Program
Address:
8734 S Paulina St
Chicago, IL 60620
EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION
Home-Based Programs
These programs serve low-income children and families across Chicago and Cook County. MCC staff can connect with families to discuss individual situations and eligibility categories.
Weekly Program
Children from prenatal through 3 years of age
Incorporating the evidence-based curriculum - Parents as Teachers program.
Bi-Monthly Program
Resources for parents
Group socializations include resources for parents and support from education, mental health, nutrition, and health care consultants.