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766 Daycare Centers in Chicago, Illinois

Browse all 766 daycare centers in Chicago, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chicago

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.

  1. 1

    1001 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste C100, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children

    Caterpillar Care Corporation receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, compassionate staff and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent daily communication through the Brightwheel app with frequent photo updates, and note their children showed enthusiasm for attending and made strong developmental progress. Families express deep gratitude for the quality care and peace of mind the center provided.

    Attentive and compassionate stafffrequent photo and text updates via Brightwheel appengaging curriculum with sensory activities and arts and craftsoutdoor play time
  2. 2

    2335 North Orchard, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Park West Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Chicago's Lincoln Park area with a strong cooperative community model where parents are actively involved. Parents consistently praise the experienced, compassionate teachers who prioritize individualized child development, meaningful relationships, and social-emotional learning. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

    Warmnurturing environmentexperienced and knowledgeable teachersplay-based curriculum
  3. 3

    5752 S Pulaski Rd, # 54, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    The Little Scholars Club receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly the three Herrera sisters), and significant child development across academic, social, and emotional areas. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication via daily app updates, a warm family-like atmosphere, and teachers who go above and beyond. Multiple long-term families credit the center with providing strong foundational s

  4. 4

    6203 W Montrose Ave, # 05, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Promiseland Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the center for strong academic instruction, emotional development support, clean facilities, and dedicated staff led by director Astrid. Children show significant growth in academics, social skills, and language development.

    Strong academic curriculum with structured learningskilled instruction in letters/numbers/writingemotional support for separation anxietysocialization and friendship building
  5. 5
    Concordia Day
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    4809 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Concordia Day in Chicago receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and developmental support across all age groups from infants through preschool. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, individualized attention to children, and the school's mission-driven approach to early childhood education.

    Knowledgeable and kind staff who know all childrenexcellent communication with parentscommunity-building eventsflexible scheduling and sliding scale tuition
  6. 6

    1701 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 13 children

    Caterpillar Care Corporation receives consistently excellent reviews from parents across its Chicago locations. Parents praise the nurturing environment, strong communication, quality staff, and age-appropriate curriculum that supports children's development and excitement about attending.

    Excellent staff and teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationdaily updates and photoschildren eager to attend
  7. 7

    3250 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Luna Park Nursery School & Kindergarten in Chicago receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and play-based, low-tech curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive communication, affordability, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate developmental progress across all age groups from infants to preschool.

    Caring and invested staffstrong teacher-child bondsplay-based curriculumno screens
  8. 8

    5250 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise North Park Church Preschool for its warm, play-based learning environment and exceptionally caring teachers, particularly Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Jen. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically while enjoying creative activities, outdoor play, and a welcoming community. The facility offers affordable part-time programming in a bright, well-equipped classroom space within a church building.

    Attentive and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumcreative opportunities (artsensory activities)
  9. 9
    Green Beginnings LLC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    1436 W Randolph St, Ste 100, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    Green Beginnings LLC is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Chicago's West Loop with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, inviting environment, caring and attentive teachers, and engaged owners (Katie and Krissy) who are actively involved in daily operations. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents noting significant developmental growth and strong emotional connections to the facility.

    Warm and cozy environmentcaring and attentive teachershighly engaged and present ownerschildren's emotional development and happiness
  10. 10
    Kidz Creative Corner
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    3811 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Kidz Creative Corner receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend, with strong communication from teachers about development and progress. The center is noted for providing quality early education with age-appropriate activities across infant through pre-K classrooms.

    Kind and patient teacherschild enthusiasm at drop-off and pickupstrong communication with parentssafe environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chicago based on parent reviews

Caterpillar Care Corporation

5(20)

1001 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste C100, Chicago, IL

Caterpillar Care Corporation receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, compassionate staff and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent daily communication through the Brightwheel app with frequent photo updates, and note their children showed enthusiasm for attending and made strong developmental progress. Families express deep gratitude for the quality care and peace of mind the center provided.

Attentive and compassionate stafffrequent photo and text updates via Brightwheel appengaging curriculum with sensory activities and arts and crafts

Park West Cooperative Nursery School

5(20)

2335 North Orchard, Chicago, IL

Park West Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Chicago's Lincoln Park area with a strong cooperative community model where parents are actively involved. Parents consistently praise the experienced, compassionate teachers who prioritize individualized child development, meaningful relationships, and social-emotional learning. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

Warmnurturing environmentexperienced and knowledgeable teachers

The Little Scholars Club Co.

5(20)

5752 S Pulaski Rd, # 54, Chicago, IL

The Little Scholars Club receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly the three Herrera sisters), and significant child development across academic, social, and emotional areas. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication via daily app updates, a warm family-like atmosphere, and teachers who go above and beyond. Multiple long-term families credit the center with providing strong foundational s

Promiseland Learning Center

5(20)

6203 W Montrose Ave, # 05, Chicago, IL

Promiseland Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the center for strong academic instruction, emotional development support, clean facilities, and dedicated staff led by director Astrid. Children show significant growth in academics, social skills, and language development.

Strong academic curriculum with structured learningskilled instruction in letters/numbers/writingemotional support for separation anxiety

Concordia Day

5(20)

4809 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL

Concordia Day in Chicago receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and developmental support across all age groups from infants through preschool. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, individualized attention to children, and the school's mission-driven approach to early childhood education.

Knowledgeable and kind staff who know all childrenexcellent communication with parentscommunity-building events

Caterpillar Care Corporation

5(20)

1701 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL

Caterpillar Care Corporation receives consistently excellent reviews from parents across its Chicago locations. Parents praise the nurturing environment, strong communication, quality staff, and age-appropriate curriculum that supports children's development and excitement about attending.

Excellent staff and teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationdaily updates and photos

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Daycare Centers in Chicago, Illinois

There are 766 daycare centers in Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago

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Roseland Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Roseland Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Some parents report excellent educational outcomes and caring staff who treat families like family, while others describe serious concerns including alleged physical abuse, staff rudeness, injuries without proper notification, and unprofessional administrative communication.

Children showed academic readiness for private schoolstaff described as family-like and caringchildren developed well at facility
Address
10520 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 881-1212
Cyc - George E Taylor
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
3232 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 489-3157
Diana'S Playpen Of Little Genius'S INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
6236 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 737-6700
Fresh Start Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Fresh Start Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, diverse environment, and educational activities, while a smaller number report serious concerns about cleanliness, staff attentiveness, and educational quality. The center appears to have undergone leadership changes that may have affected operations. Parent experiences vary significantly, suggesting inconsistency in service delivery.

Caring and friendly staffdiverse environmentchildren happy and engaged
Address
6924 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 479-2870
Garfield Ymca
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
7 North Homan Ave., Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 265-3900
J & L Family Learning Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
11640 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 821-1808
Creative Kids Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
3401 W 55th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 498-9745
La Escuelita Numero Uno INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

La Escuelita Numero Uno receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's dedication, professionalism, and caring approach to childcare. Parents report their children have made significant developmental progress, including speech improvements, academic skills, and social-emotional growth. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming with strong parent communication.

Professional and caring staffeducational and fun activitiesdevelopmental progress (speech therapy support
Address
5400 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 887-3072
Children'S City Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Children's City Childcare receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff professionalism, cleanliness, educational activities, and caring environment. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including lack of communication, inadequate care, and payment enforcement issues.

Professional and loving staffclean facility with regular sanitizationeducational activities and crafts
Address
4920 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 622-8020
Children'S World INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

CHILDREN'S WORLD INC receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring teachers, happy children, and affordable pricing, but two reviews describe serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff misconduct, and unprofessional behavior. The facility appears to work well for many families but has experienced significant issues according to some accounts.

Happy and engaged childrendiverse student and teacher populationaffordable pricing
Address
5911 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 857-3644
H.O.M.E Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

H.O.M.E Child Care LLC receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff (particularly Gloria, Crystal, and GG) for treating children with love and care like family, while negative reviews describe the facility as unprofessional and neglectful.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like environmentprofessional and educated educators
Address
7331 S Cottage Grove Ave, # 35, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 675-5247
Little Angels Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Little Angels Day Care has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, particularly owner Ms. Lula, and report children are happy and engaged. However, a minority of parents report concerning incidents involving rough handling of children and unresponsiveness to parent inquiries.

Caring and friendly staffchildren are happy and don't cry at drop-offengaging activities and learning
Address
6407 N Maplewood Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 338-9770
Links To Learning Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
8515 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-2121
Laurance Armour Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2150 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 942-6501
Little Leaders Of Tomorrow Day Care Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
5153 W. Lake, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 378-8302
Little Scholars Journey
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Little Scholars Journey receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents highlighting caring, friendly staff and quality curriculum, but serious concerns raised by others about staff behavior and unfair treatment. The facility is noted as small and affordable by satisfied families.

caring and friendly staffexperienced teachersgood curriculum
Address
3310 S Archer Ave, Unit E, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 780-5329
Lakeshore Learning Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1933 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 359-2100
Little People Day Care & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
7428 N Rogers Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 761-2305
Weathersby Wonder World INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Weathersby Wonder World receives polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's care, safe environment, on-site meals, flexible hours (6am-6pm), and family-like atmosphere. Negative reviews allege fraudulent paperwork practices, unsanitary conditions including pest infestations, staff unprofessionalism, and favoritism.

Safe environmentcaring and dedicated staffon-site meal preparation
Address
461 E 111th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 840-3662
Serving All Families Everywhere 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

SERVING ALL FAMILIES EVERYWHERE 2 receives mostly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, and comprehensive programming. However, one parent expressed serious concerns about the owner's professionalism and educational quality.

Caring and welcoming stafflong-term enrollment satisfactioncomprehensive curriculum (academics
Address
2141 W 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 783-9270
Children'S World INC #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

CHILDREN'S WORLD INC #2 receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, happy children, and affordable rates, but two parents reported serious concerns including poor child care practices, staff unprofessionalism, and inappropriate behavior in front of children.

Happy childrendiverse student and teacher bodyaffordable pricing
Address
5807 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 857-3644
Little Kiddies Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Little Kiddies Day Care Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and achieving significant developmental milestones including language development, social skills, potty training, and academic readiness. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering strong parent communication.

Kind and attentive caregiverssafe and nurturing environmentclean and well-organized facility
Address
1503 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 465-7702
The Learning Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

The Learning Tree Preschool receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families but serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight friendly staff, educational programs including Spanish instruction, and good child development, while negative reviews cite poor communication, health/hygiene issues, and billing problems.

Friendly and caring staffSpanish language instructioneducational activities
Address
6161 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 416-7670
Laughs And Giggles Childrens Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Laughs and Giggles receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, educational environment, and cleanliness, with parents reporting comfort leaving their children there. Negative reviews cite unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate hygiene, frequent illness among children, understaffing, and billing practices.

caring and loving staffeducational environmentcleanliness
Address
106 W 119th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 468-7331
Kcs Academy Of Early Childhood Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

KCS Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, and their children's happiness, particularly in the infant/toddler rooms. However, serious concerns include management issues, classroom conditions, and a critical safety incident involving a child left unsupervised outside the facility.

Caring and attentive staffchildren's happiness and engagementeducational activities (Spanish
Address
3110 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 665-4940
High Ridge Ymca Small World
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

High Ridge YMCA Small World is highly regarded by members for its friendly staff, quality facilities, and diverse programs including swimming and after-school activities. Most reviews praise the welcoming community atmosphere and reasonable value for the services offered. However, a few members mention occasional issues with certain staff members being rude or difficult in their interactions.

Friendly and supportive staffquality gym equipmentswimming programs
Address
2424 West Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 262-8300
Kiddie Korral Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kiddie Korral Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the center's teaching quality, staff care, and communication about children's health and development. However, several parents report significant operational issues, particularly regarding director availability and handling of administrative paperwork.

Caring and engaged teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesgood health and safety communication
Address
5838 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 378-5898
Kids Corner Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Kids Corner Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring owner Lisa, attentive staff, warm atmosphere, cleanliness, and reasonable pricing. However, some parents report serious concerns including inadequate curriculum, lack of supervision, unprofessional staff conduct, and poor communication from management regarding child safety issues.

caring owner and staffwarm and inviting atmospherecleanliness
Address
2416 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 842-5437
Busy Bumble Bee Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Busy Bumble Bee Academy has highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the caring staff, learning activities, cleanliness, and safety, with children attending for multiple years. However, four parents report serious concerns including staff unprofessionalism, inadequate supervision, food quality issues, physical incidents with children, and alleged retaliation against a former employee.

Caring and friendly stafflearning activities and field tripsclean facility
Address
6450 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 643-9346
Teddy Bear Nursery Schools INC. I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Teddy Bear Nursery Schools Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff, nurturing environment, and strong sense of community. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate academic and social growth. One parent reported a negative experience citing poor teacher behavior, but this represents a single dissenting review among nine positive ones.

caring and attentive staffpatient teacherssafe and welcoming environment
Address
2649 West 51st Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 476-0700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 766 all daycares in Chicago, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Chicago, 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
Chicago offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 728 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 16 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 11 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 Chicago for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chicago 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.