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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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Pink Tower Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3420 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 817-4746
Allison'S Infant And Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
440 E 71st St, # 442, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 952-4391
School Of Scholars Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

School of Scholars Learning Center LLC receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, respectful, and patient staff, as well as the clean and organized facility. The center is highly recommended for quality childcare and additional services like school pickup and drop-off.

caring and respectful staffpatient with childrenclean and organized facility
Address
2246 E 73rd St, # 50, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 704-4000
Creativo! Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

These reviews appear to be for a toy store, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the toy store's curated selection, friendly owner Julie, quality products, and excellent customer service including free gift wrapping.

Knowledgeable and friendly ownerhigh-quality toyscurated selection for all ages
Address
5407 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(847) 477-9590
Early Achievers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
450 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 874-3100
Concordia Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Concordia Place receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong child development, engaging activities, and excellent communication, with many noting their children look forward to attending daily. The center is credited with making a meaningful impact on children's growth and providing families with peace of mind and community.

Warm and caring staffstrong child development focusengaging activities and curriculum
Address
3855 N Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 935-3739
Early Learning Foundations Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Early Learning Foundations Preschool is highly praised by parents for its warm, family-like environment and caring teachers who genuinely connect with each child. Parents consistently report positive developmental outcomes in their children's social, emotional, and academic growth, along with appreciation for the small class size, reasonable tuition, and specialized care (including allergy management and organic meals).

Caring and loving teachersfamily-like nurturing environmentsmall class size
Address
1455 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 787-9021
Little Nest Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5426 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(708) 831-4447
Cuddle Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4800 S Lake Park, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 285-1114
The Learning Circle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4250 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 284-7383
Gina'S Unbelievable Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Gina's Unbelievable Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere and quality care. The facility offers educational activities, homework tutoring during the school year, and summer programs. Families report long-term loyalty and satisfaction with the staff.

Family-like treatment of childrenlearning activitieshomework tutoring
Address
7239 S Dobson Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 324-2010
Creative Kidz Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5776 N Lincoln Ave, # 78, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 989-7400
Albany Child Care Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
5954 South Albany, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 737-7810
Concordia Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Concordia Day receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the attentive and loving staff across all age groups, particularly in the infant room. Parents highlight strong leadership, excellent communication, child development progress, and a welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. The facility is noted for its inclusive approach and hands-on director involvement.

Attentive and warm infant room staffstrong consistent classroom leadershipresponsive and engaged teachers
Address
3696 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 463-1600
Over The Rainbow Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Over the Rainbow Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication and professionalism. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental gains in their children, including speech, social skills, and potty training. Many families have enrolled for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction and trust in the facility.

Educational qualitydevelopmental progress (speech and social skills)potty training assistance
Address
2018 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 375-7537
Jellybean Learning Center 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
358 E 71st St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 873-8888
The Trails School For Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Trails School for Early Learning receives universal praise from parents, who consistently highlight the warmth, care, and genuine involvement of staff and ownership. Parents emphasize the nurturing environment, strong sense of community, thoughtful curriculum approach, and the owner's active presence as distinguishing factors that make the school feel like a second home.

Caring and dedicated staffOwner Jessica actively involved and knows familiesWarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
1207 North Cleveland Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 878-7970
Families Together Coop Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Families Together as a high-quality, community-focused cooperative preschool with experienced, long-term staff and a play-based, child-led curriculum. Reviewers highlight the warm, inclusive environment, strong parent involvement, and sliding-scale tuition that makes quality early education accessible. All reviews are 5-star ratings emphasizing the school's positive impact on child development and family community.

experienced long-term teachers with low turnoverplay-based and child-led curriculumemphasis on diversity and inclusion
Address
1500 W Elmdale Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 381-5200
Happy Holiday Nursery And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 East 111th Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 821-7009
Kiddie Garden Little Angels Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Garden Little Angels for its caring, patient, and bilingual teaching staff who provide individualized attention and foster children's learning and social development. The facility is described as clean, safe, well-organized, and welcoming, with children showing enthusiasm about attending. One parent noted limited operating hours as a drawback.

Caring and patient teachersbilingual staff (Spanish/English)one-on-one instruction
Address
4235 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 843-1976
Bubbles Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Bubbles Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility for its excellent preschool and music classes, spacious and welcoming environment, and exceptional birthday party services. Parents highlight caring, enthusiastic staff and note significant developmental progress in their children, with many traveling considerable distances specifically to attend.

Spaciousbrightwell-designed facility with natural light
Address
2184 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 944-7677
Greater Institutional A.M.E. Church Nurs
Church Daycare
4.9

Parents praise this religious facility for its welcoming community and spiritual environment. Reviews highlight the quality of leadership and the comfortable family-oriented atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction.

Community networkingspacious facilitywelcoming staff
Address
7800 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 873-0936
Abc Preschool Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

ABC Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and family-like environment. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, academics, and potty training, with engaging daily activities and bilingual instruction. Parents consistently describe the center as clean, safe, and a wonderful place where children are excited to attend.

Caring and dedicated stafffamily-like atmospheredevelopmental progress (speech
Address
3800 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 685-9033
Les Finch Learning Tree Day Nurs School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Les Finch Learning Tree is highly praised as an educational daycare with dedicated staff who provide structured curriculum and individualized attention. Parents highlight the caring environment, Christian values, and strong preparation for kindergarten and beyond. The facility has maintained an excellent reputation for over 50 years.

Dedicated and caring staffstructured educational curriculumChristian-based teachings
Address
4217 W 16th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 521-5434
State Of Illinois Child Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

State of Illinois Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, professional director Ms. Charmaine and caring staff. Parents consistently report significant developmental gains in their children across speech, academics, and social skills, along with appreciation for affordable pricing and minimal closures.

Caring and patient staffstrong developmental outcomes (speechlanguage
Address
160 N Lasalle N-200, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 814-4782
Tiny Tot Laramie LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Tiny Tot Laramie LLC receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents highlight excellent communication through the Brightwheel app, bilingual learning opportunities, and visible child development across all age groups. Families report high child satisfaction, with many children excited to attend and showing significant academic and social progress.

Caring and loving staffresponsive communication via appbilingual instruction (Spanish/English)
Address
2712 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 637-3156
A-Zmall World Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

A-Zmall World Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, safe environment, and focus on child development. Parents report their children make significant progress in learning and speech, feel excited to attend, and benefit from strong teacher-parent communication. The center also provides additional support resources to families beyond childcare.

Professional and caring staffsafe environmentpatient teachers
Address
2629 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 522-1150
Ladybug & Friends Daycare& Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Ladybug & Friends Daycare & Preschool in Chicago receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and children's visible happiness and development. Parents consistently report easy transitions to daycare, structured learning activities, and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive staffresponsive directorstrong parent-child communication via app
Address
2255 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 754-8524
Lincoln Square Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Lincoln Square Montessori School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the owner's genuine care, strong parent-teacher communication, and child development support. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and fostering both independence and community among families.

Warm and caring staffexperienced educatorsstrong parent-teacher relationships
Address
2953 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 817-4746
The Nurture Nook
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Nook is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Chicago with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, strong sense of community, enriching curriculum, and seamless transitions for their children. Children reportedly arrive excited each day and show measurable development across social, behavioral, and academic areas.

Exceptional and caring staffstrong teacher retentionexperienced leadership (Jasmin)
Address
2151 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(872) 802-3833

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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.