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Busy Bodies Academy

"New Name, Same Great Service!"

About Us

Welcome to Busy Bodies Academy, a trusted leader in quality family childcare in Chicago, IL, since 2000. Our mission is to nurture young minds and build a strong foundation of cognitive, emotional, and social development. We believe every child is born with natural curiosity, creativity, and the drive to learn—and it’s our privilege to help that potential flourish.

At Busy Bodies Academy, we provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment where children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow at their own pace. Through our diverse curriculum and engaging, hands-on activities, we inspire a lifelong love of learning and ensure every child feels valued, supported, and at home within our community.

Areas Served

Our Certifications

Certified in Early Childhood Education
Degree in Early Childhood Eductation
Food & Sanitation
Licensed Certified Preschool Teacher

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

At Busy Bodies Academy, we offer Quality Daycare enhanced by our team's Early Childhood Education Degrees, ensuring top educational practices. Holding a Food & Sanitation Certification, we prioritize safe, hygienic meal preparations, providing a nurturing and secure environment for all children in our care.

Our Services include:

Child Care Services: Busy Bodies Academy offers vital care programs for families, including Summer Care to keep kids engaged over breaks, After School Care for learning and relaxation once school ends, and Evening Care for extended nurturing environments, aligning with all family schedules.
Child Development and Learning: We provide an enriching Learning Curriculum focused on igniting curiosity and fostering educational growth. Engaging Field Trips offer additional learning experiences outside the classroom, inspiring excitement and promoting a well-rounded education.
Child Nutritional Services: Recognizing the importance of nutrition, we offer Daily Meals and Snacks featuring balanced, nutritious options. Carefully curated to energize growing children, our meal plans support healthy development and cater to various dietary needs.
Childcare Training Support: Our Potty Training program offers personalized guidance, helping children transition confidently. By fostering consistency and comfort, we partner with parents in empowering children towards independence during this crucial developmental stage.

Testimonials

On 1/8/2025 Diane Fouch had this to say:
This is a fantastic Academy amazing learning curriculum, children go into the kindergarten advanced and highly motivated. The owner and proprietor Annette Jackson is one of a kind and second to none. Nurturing children from infantry to kindergarten and being a lifelong mentor. Acts of service and gifts of love, that must be The busy bodies’ministry.

On 8/30/2023 Jocelynn T. had this to say:
This is a great quality daycare. The staff make me feel comfortable in knowing that someone will care for my baby in a way that any mother would. My son is truly one of their kids, not just a client. My baby adjusted well and is excited to come to school and that makes me feel secure.

On 8/9/2023 Attiyya S. Brown had this to say:
After having our fourth child during Covid we were afraid to put our baby in daycare period but we run a few businesses and was worried about our baby not getting what he needs from us in these very important years of his life. One of our clients suggested her daycare and her child is now 7 yrs old she told me how he loves it’s there at Britteny’s Busy Body daycare that he even spent time there during Covid and Mrs Annette who owns and operate it taught him how to read, potty trained him and was meticulous about what he ate, she also which might I add started it because she needed a trusted place for her baby so it was because of the love of her child why she started this business so after hearing and meeting her and feeling her spirit during our conversation my child has been attention the daycare for a few months he smiles when he sees her in the morning and doesn’t cry anymore when dropped off and the other day he was trying to sing his ABC’s, we’re truly blessed to have Mrs Annette in our lives:)

On 3/22/2023 Sharman Hampton had this to say:
Ms. Annette is a very professional person with a vast knowledge of a child’s development needs. She is organized and very structured. She provides a solid and positive foundations for the kids. My niece attended the school, and she is excelling academically. Now my grandson attends her school whenever he is in town, and he loves it. Keep up the good work, Ms. Annette for your labor is not in vain. Testimonial written by Sharman Hampton on this site.

On 12/2/2022 Tacciana Wesley had this to say:
Since becoming a mother, Ms. Annette has been nothing but a blessing in the sky. In 2019 she took in my 2 year old daughter. In 2020 she then took in my 6month old son. What she does is more than a miracle. The tasty meals, attentive learning activities, potty training, arts and crafts all have my kids thriving. My daughter is 5 reading at a 2nd grade level and doing addition and subtraction with no problem because of Ms Annette. I tell everyone I know about her when looking for a daycare. You will not be disappointed

Contact Us

Busy Bodies Academy
9301 S Dr Martin Luther King Dr Chicago, IL 60619
Phone: (773) 291-0078
Email: 3bbb91@gmail.com

Near Chicago State University

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Cash, Debit Cards

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

News

Are you an experienced teacher's assistant looking for a new opportunity? We are looking for qualified candidates with CPR and First Aid certifications to join our wonderful team and work with amazing children. Gateways to Opportunity preferred. If you have the qualifications, give us a call to learn more about this amazing opportunity!

FAQ

What ages of children do you care for?

We serve infants through pre-kindergarten, supporting developmental stages up to kindergarten readiness.

What is your curriculum like?

We use a structured, comprehensive curriculum focused on cognitive, emotional, and social growth. Activities include hands-on learning, age-appropriate lessons, art, play, music, and early literacy.

How do you handle meals, snacks, and dietary concerns?

We provide healthy snacks and meals (when included in tuition or schedules). If your child has food allergies or other dietary restrictions, we work with you to accommodate them safely.

What is your staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications?

We maintain small class sizes to ensure individual attention. All teachers hold required credentials/certifications, participate in ongoing training, and are experienced in early childhood development.

What is your policy on sick children?

If a child shows signs of illness (fever, contagious symptoms, discomfort), we will contact the family for pickup. Children must be symptom-free (and when applicable, on prescribed treatment or doctor advice) before returning to care.