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12 Daycare Centers in Carbondale, Illinois

Browse all 12 daycare centers in Carbondale, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carbondale

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Hannah House Child Development Center
    3.16 score
    2.7(9)

    810 N. Wall, Carbondale, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

    Hannah House has highly polarized reviews with three 5-star ratings and six 1-star ratings. Positive reviews praise the staff, educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. Negative reviews report understaffing, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate hydration/nutrition, physical handling concerns, and potential neglect.

    Kind and skilled staffeducational facility with life skills instructionclean facilityhot meals served

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Carbondale based on parent reviews

Presbyterian Child Dev. Center Preschool

5(1)

310 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL

Presbyterian Child Development Ctr Dcc

5(1)

310 South University, Carbondale, IL

Kids Korner

5(1)

101 North Glenview, Carbondale, IL

S.I.U.C. Head Start - Carbond

3.7(1)

1900 North Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, IL

Rainbow'S End

2(1)

650 South State St., Carbondale, IL

Hannah House Child Development Center

2.7(9)

810 N. Wall, Carbondale, IL

Hannah House has highly polarized reviews with three 5-star ratings and six 1-star ratings. Positive reviews praise the staff, educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. Negative reviews report understaffing, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate hydration/nutrition, physical handling concerns, and potential neglect.

Kind and skilled staffeducational facility with life skills instructionclean facility

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Daycare types in Carbondale

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in Carbondale, Illinois

There are 12 daycare centers in Carbondale, Illinois. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Carbondale, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Carbondale

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Presbyterian Child Dev. Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
310 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 529-1264
Presbyterian Child Development Ctr Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
310 South University, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 529-1551
Kids Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
101 North Glenview, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 457-7356
S.I.U.C. Head Start - Carbond
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
1900 North Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 453-6448
Hannah House Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Hannah House has highly polarized reviews with three 5-star ratings and six 1-star ratings. Positive reviews praise the staff, educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. Negative reviews report understaffing, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate hydration/nutrition, physical handling concerns, and potential neglect.

Kind and skilled staffeducational facility with life skills instructionclean facility
Address
810 N. Wall, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 457-8801
Rainbow'S End
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
650 South State St., Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 453-6358
Alice Wright Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2500 W Sunset Dr, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 549-4646
Archway INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1108 W Willow St, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 549-4442
Child Development Laboratori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
875 S Normal Ave, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 453-4228
Giant City Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1062 Boskydell Rd, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 457-5391
S.I.U.C. Head Start - Puka
Headstart Programs
Address
312 S Wall St, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 549-7633
Puka School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
312 S Wall St, Carbondale, IL
Phone
(618) 549-7633

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 all daycares in Carbondale, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Carbondale, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Illinois's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Illinois)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Carbondale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Illinois typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Carbondale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Carbondale must be licensed by Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.