Bubbles Academy
Bubbles Academy Preschool, 2184 North Elston, Chicago, IL 60614
About
Bubbles Academy offers caregiver and child classes, open play, baby music classes, a Preschool Bridge class, a preschool prep series, and gentle separation experiences, as well as birthday parties with options like music performance and themed playlists. The program also hosts community events, including holiday and cultural events, and provides birthday party hosting with items such as trays, serving utensils, a cake stand, a welcome sign, and personalized birthday party coloring sheets that match the party theme.
• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Price: Parking validation is available for up to 3 hours in the 900 self-park garage with a $10 retail purchase anywhere in the shopping center.
Bubbles Academy describes its core purpose as igniting lifelong wonder and compassion as an early childhood arts, enrichment, and parent resource center. The program states that it fosters an inclusive community that honors diversity and affirms children’s unique identities, nurtures the whole child, and integrates art, play, and child development best practices. It is recognized with Whole Child Arts Awards and Recognition. The program notes that doors are open seven days per week and that some locations offer complimentary on-site parking in spots marked with a Bubbles Academy sign, with overflow parking available next to Kohl’s and in the Kohl’s garage at one location.
Families in testimonials describe using Bubbles Academy for open play, caregiver and child classes, baby music classes, gentle separation, the Preschool Bridge class, and multiple birthday parties for children ages 2 to 4. Parents and caregivers report experiences such as attentive and organized staff, the ability to drop off party items a few days in advance, support with preschool recommendations, and children engaging with a varied, clean, and up-to-date play area. Several testimonials mention features like a large facility that can host around 50–55 guests, a kitchen used for hosting nearly 50 people, a changing room stocked with diapers and wipes, designated areas to enjoy a packed lunch, and a big open room used for parties and open play.
Last updated July 30, 2026.
• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Price: Parking validation is available for up to 3 hours in the 900 self-park garage with a $10 retail purchase anywhere in the shopping center.
Bubbles Academy describes its core purpose as igniting lifelong wonder and compassion as an early childhood arts, enrichment, and parent resource center. The program states that it fosters an inclusive community that honors diversity and affirms children’s unique identities, nurtures the whole child, and integrates art, play, and child development best practices. It is recognized with Whole Child Arts Awards and Recognition. The program notes that doors are open seven days per week and that some locations offer complimentary on-site parking in spots marked with a Bubbles Academy sign, with overflow parking available next to Kohl’s and in the Kohl’s garage at one location.
Families in testimonials describe using Bubbles Academy for open play, caregiver and child classes, baby music classes, gentle separation, the Preschool Bridge class, and multiple birthday parties for children ages 2 to 4. Parents and caregivers report experiences such as attentive and organized staff, the ability to drop off party items a few days in advance, support with preschool recommendations, and children engaging with a varied, clean, and up-to-date play area. Several testimonials mention features like a large facility that can host around 50–55 guests, a kitchen used for hosting nearly 50 people, a changing room stocked with diapers and wipes, designated areas to enjoy a packed lunch, and a big open room used for parties and open play.
Last updated July 30, 2026.
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