Hakuna Matata Kid Care, Inc

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to all our Amazing families!
We are blessed with the best!

11/13/2025

Hakuna Matata Kid Care is Hiring!
We are looking for a full-time aide to join our fun/caring team.

Requirements:
~Must pass a background check
~CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
~Enjoy working with children
~Must be reliable and ready to work
~Positive attitude and good team spirit

If you are passionate about helping children learn and grow, we would love to talk to you!

Apply by sending a resume to hmkc4652@gmail.com
Or fill out a paper application on site.

Send a message to learn more

10/31/2025

Our door decorating contest has ended. Looks like we have a tie between our tots and our preschool room!! We will celebrate on Monday with donuts for the staff! Thank you to everyone that voted!

10/28/2025

We are having a Halloween door decorating contest. Please click "like" on your favorite door. At the end of the week we will see who has the most "likes".

10/21/2025

Our preschool students went on a field trip yesterday to Pumpkin Blossom Hill. They had so much fun. Can't wait to schedule our next field trip!

09/23/2025

We have 3 full day preschool spots left! Who needs to get a preschool student enrolled? Let us help prepare your child for Kindergarten! Call us and get started!

09/09/2025

Our preschool students enjoyed an on-site field trip today. They each got to practice getting on and off the school bus. They also practiced how to exit the bus in an emergency. Most of the students have never been on a bus, exciting day for them.

09/03/2025

What Is CCAP?

CCAP is a state-funded assistance program through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) that helps families pay for child care while parents work or attend school. It also supports teen parents, families receiving TANF, and those participating in educational or training activities.
Click the link below to fill out an application and see if you would qualify. We have open spots available fill out the application and bring it to the daycare, we will assist you in getting enrolled with us and CCAP.

08/26/2025

Great tips for anyone struggling with Preschool age drop offs.

Preschool drop off can be tough! Here are OT-recommended tips to help with separation anxiety with the 3-5 year old crowd: https://www.theottoolbox.com/tricks-to-help-with-separation-anxiety-preschool/

08/12/2025

Current update on openings:
#2 spots available in infants (age 6weeks-15 mth)
#5 spots available in tots (15mth-2yr)
#1 spot available in twos (2yr-3yr)
#4 spots available in preschool (3yr-5yr)
#3 spots available with our Head start program (3yr-5yr)

Contact us now and grab a spot before they fill up.
Items needed to get enrolled
-Current State of Illinois Health Physical on file
-Copy of child's Birth certificate
-Online registration
-Selection of start date

It's that easy and your child will be on the road to success!! We excel on bringing you only the best possible care, and education for every child enrolled in our care.

Contact us
618-965-4114
Address: 2 Westwood Dr
Steeleville, IL 62288
website:
hakunamatatakidcare.com

Send a message to learn more