Brown Bear Daycare & Learning Center opened it's doors in April, 2000 to meet the growing need for childcare  in Harvard, Illinois. We started with just four classrooms serving 40 children. Before long, we needed to expand our services. In 2005, a 15,625 square foot expansion was completed, adding four more classrooms and almost 100 additional childcare seats. In 2017, we completed another expansion, funded by the Illinois Capital Development Board. We added 9 classrooms, over 100 childcare seats, and over 22,000 square feet to our facility. Today, we offer a wide range of programs to the children and families we serve. Our staff are not only highly qualified, they also participate in continual educational and professional development opportunities. We are committed to providing quality care, individualized learning opportunities, and engaging with our community and families. Today's children are our future educators, professionals, leaders, and caretakers. Come learn about our Center and see for yourself the quality environment, opportunities, and curriculum that  encourages your child's growth, learning, and play!