Colangelo, Tracy N

Overview

Milestones Family Childcare is an in‑home family daycare in Wheaton that provides daily care and a preschool-style program for young children. The setting combines a home atmosphere with a preschool approach and is operated by Tracy Colangelo.

Qualifications and staffing

Operator credentials and ongoing training are listed for the program:

DCFS licensed
Associate degree in Early Childhood Education
ECE Credential Level 4
CPR and First Aid certified; completed required SIDS/Shaken Baby Syndrome training; certified in food handling
Continuing education 15+ hours per year
Active member of the local Wheaton/Glen Ellyn Child Care Association, with long-term executive board service

Environment and safety

The childcare space is described as a warm, home-like preschool setting with a variety of developmentally appropriate toys and activities. Safety and monitoring features include smoke alarms, a carbon monoxide detector and a security alarm system with cameras. The program is listed as an equal opportunity provider and licensed by DCFS.

Activities and enrollment requirements

Daily programming is delivered through play and a preschool curriculum; classroom activities cited include language and reading, music and movement, large and fine motor skill development, circle time, dramatic play, basic math concepts and science explorations. Admissions require standard DCFS forms and documentation; the listed items to provide prior to the first day include the application of child information, consents to daycare providers, a certificate of health examination, summary of standards, a copy of the child’s birth certificate, food program enrollment form, handbook receipt, and a signed contract with deposit.

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Activities and enrollment requirements

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Preschool Curriculum

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