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Best Daycare Centers in Lincolnshire, IL

Compare 7 daycare centers in Lincolnshire. Average rating: 4.92/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lincolnshire, Illinois at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.92/5
Parent reviews
55
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Lincolnshire has 7 licensed daycares with 55 parent reviews averaging 4.92/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60069 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lincolnshire

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
    Bright Stars Kids University
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    100 Village Grn, Ste 100, Lincolnshire, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Stars Kids University for exceptional care, education, and staff dedication. The center is known for strong academic preparation, stable staffing, and creating a happy, home-like environment where children are excited to attend. Director Tatiana and her team receive special recognition for their genuine care and commitment to each child's development.

    Excellent academic preparation for kindergartencaring and dedicated teachersstrong staff retentionflexible scheduling
  2. 2
    The Gardner School Of Lincolnshire
    4.47 score
    4.6(19)

    250 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children

    The Gardner School of Lincolnshire receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, excellent communication, and welcoming environment that keeps children happy and engaged.

    Warm and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with impressive early learning resultsexcellent daily communication with parentsengaging activities and enrichment classes

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Lincolnshire

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lincolnshire, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
6 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lincolnshire zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
600696
4.9
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lincolnshire (14–152 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lincolnshire based on parent reviews

Bright Stars Kids University

4.9(13)

100 Village Grn, Ste 100, Lincolnshire, IL

Parents consistently praise Bright Stars Kids University for exceptional care, education, and staff dedication. The center is known for strong academic preparation, stable staffing, and creating a happy, home-like environment where children are excited to attend. Director Tatiana and her team receive special recognition for their genuine care and commitment to each child's development.

Excellent academic preparation for kindergartencaring and dedicated teachersstrong staff retention

The Gardner School Of Lincolnshire

4.6(19)

250 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL

The Gardner School of Lincolnshire receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, excellent communication, and welcoming environment that keeps children happy and engaged.

Warm and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with impressive early learning resultsexcellent daily communication with parents

Lincolnshire Community Nursery School

5(3)

30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, IL

Parents describe Lincolnshire Community Nursery School as a hidden gem with a strong sense of community and exceptional, passionate teachers. Reviewers highlight that staff provide a safe, loving environment where children make lasting friendships and enjoy attending daily.

sense of communitypassionate and caring teacherssafe and loving environment

Tamarak Country School

5

23970 North Elm Road, Lincolnshire, IL

Tamarak Country School Early Childhood

5

96 N Elm Rd, Lincolnshire, IL

Tamarak Country School-South

5

23970 North Elm Road, Lincolnshire, IL

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Daycare types in Lincolnshire

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Church Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Lincolnshire, Illinois

There are 7 daycare centers in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Lincolnshire have an average rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 55 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lincolnshire, 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 Lincolnshire

Showing 7 results

Tamarak Country School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
23970 North Elm Road, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 634-3168
Lincolnshire Community Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Lincolnshire Community Nursery School as a hidden gem with a strong sense of community and exceptional, passionate teachers. Reviewers highlight that staff provide a safe, loving environment where children make lasting friendships and enjoy attending daily.

sense of communitypassionate and caring teacherssafe and loving environment
Address
30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 945-1450
Tamarak Country School Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
96 N Elm Rd, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 634-3168
Tamarak Country School-South
Church Daycare
5
Address
23970 North Elm Road, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 634-3168
Bright Stars Kids University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Bright Stars Kids University for exceptional care, education, and staff dedication. The center is known for strong academic preparation, stable staffing, and creating a happy, home-like environment where children are excited to attend. Director Tatiana and her team receive special recognition for their genuine care and commitment to each child's development.

Excellent academic preparation for kindergartencaring and dedicated teachersstrong staff retention
Address
100 Village Grn, Ste 100, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 955-0000
The Gardner School Of Lincolnshire
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Gardner School of Lincolnshire receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, excellent communication, and welcoming environment that keeps children happy and engaged.

Warm and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with impressive early learning resultsexcellent daily communication with parents
Address
250 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 415-5420
Children'S Land At Lincolnshire
Child Daycare & Preschools

Children's Land at Lincolnshire receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They consistently praise Director Irina's hands-on leadership, the dedicated and caring staff, clean facility, nutritious meals, and strong educational curriculum that prepares children well for school transitions.

Caring and experienced teachersDirector Irina's personal involvement and approachabilityclean and well-maintained facility
Address
400 Marriott Dr, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 955-1125

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lincolnshire have an average Google rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lincolnshire, 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
Lincolnshire offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Lincolnshire for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lincolnshire 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.