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38 Daycare Centers in Peoria, Illinois

Browse all 38 daycare centers in Peoria, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Peoria

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
    Salem Lutheran Church Nursery School
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1700 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

    Salem Lutheran Church Nursery School in Peoria receives consistently positive reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring, communicative staff, small class sizes allowing individual attention, strong kindergarten preparation, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. Children reportedly thrive both academically and socially.

    caring and dedicated teachersexcellent communication with parentssmall class sizes with individual attentionstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  2. 2
    Neighborhood House Day Care Ct
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    1020 South Matthew Street, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

    Neighborhood House Day Care CT in Peoria receives consistently high praise from community members. The facility is recognized not only for child care and after-school programs, but also for its broader community impact including meals on wheels, food pantry services, and GED classes. Parents and patrons highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and strong community contribution.

    Well-maintained facilityfriendly and courteous staffgood food qualitycomprehensive programs (child care
  3. 3
    Everyday Discoveries Preschool & Daycare
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    8823 N Industrial Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 138 children

    Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.

    Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilityeducational and varied activitiesstrong parent communication
  4. 4
    Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children

    Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.

    Education-centered curriculumfaith-based programwarm and friendl
  5. 5
    Polliwogs Child Care
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    6521 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Polliwogs Child Care in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (7 five-star ratings) praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about toddler room supervision, staff responsiveness to parent concerns, and administrative handling of billing inquiries.

    Caring and nurturing staffsmall class sizeseducational activities and curriculumclean and safe facility
  6. 6
    Northminster Presbyterian Church
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    10720 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Northminster Presbyterian Church's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Christ-focused environment, caring staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-maintained and offers quality preschool programs. However, the program has significant capacity limitations with a lengthy waiting list for the 2-year-old program.

    Christ-centered curriculumcaring and accessible teachers and staffwelcoming family atmospherewell-maintained facility
  7. 7
    Appletree Academy INC.
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1601 W Alta Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children

    AppleTree Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication through apps and updates, successful child development outcomes, and a warm, home-like environment that helps children thrive across all age groups from infants through preschool.

    Caring and nurturing staffclean and well-organized facilitywelcoming environmentexcellent parent communication
  8. 8
    Pals Preschool And Kindergarten
    4.37 score
    4.5(14)

    2327 West Willow Knolls Rd.#4, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    PALS Preschool and Kindergarten receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented facility with attentive staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care for children, regular communication through photos and updates, and the welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children there.

    caring and attentive staffdaily updates and photos via Brightwheel appclean facilitystrong emotional guidance and teaching
  9. 9
    123 You-N-Me Preschool INC.
    4.32 score
    4.5(9)

    809 W Detweiller Dr, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children

    123 You 'N Me Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, attentive, and individually responsive to each child. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety measures, educational programming, and long-standing owner involvement. One parent raised concerns about closure decisions during minor weather/power issues and full-day payment policies.

    Caring and responsive staffindividualized attentionowner involvementsafe environment with security measures
  10. 10
    First Federated Church Preschools
    4.32 score
    4.5(9)

    3601 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

    First Federated Church Preschools receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the knowledgeable and personal staff, strong faith-based community, and quality children's programming. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and professional care. One negative review cited rudeness from staff when calling.

    knowledgeable and personal stafffaith-based communitychildren love teachersprofessional care

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Peoria based on parent reviews

Salem Lutheran Church Nursery School

5(7)

1700 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL

Salem Lutheran Church Nursery School in Peoria receives consistently positive reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring, communicative staff, small class sizes allowing individual attention, strong kindergarten preparation, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. Children reportedly thrive both academically and socially.

caring and dedicated teachersexcellent communication with parentssmall class sizes with individual attention

Neighborhood House Day Care Ct

4.8(13)

1020 South Matthew Street, Peoria, IL

Neighborhood House Day Care CT in Peoria receives consistently high praise from community members. The facility is recognized not only for child care and after-school programs, but also for its broader community impact including meals on wheels, food pantry services, and GED classes. Parents and patrons highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and strong community contribution.

Well-maintained facilityfriendly and courteous staffgood food quality

Everyday Discoveries Preschool & Daycare

4.6(20)

8823 N Industrial Rd, Peoria, IL

Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilityeducational and varied activities

Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care

4.6(20)

6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL

Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.

Education-centered curriculumfaith-based programwarm and friendl

Polliwogs Child Care

4.7(9)

6521 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL

Polliwogs Child Care in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (7 five-star ratings) praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about toddler room supervision, staff responsiveness to parent concerns, and administrative handling of billing inquiries.

Caring and nurturing staffsmall class sizeseducational activities and curriculum

Northminster Presbyterian Church

4.6(11)

10720 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL

Northminster Presbyterian Church's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Christ-focused environment, caring staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-maintained and offers quality preschool programs. However, the program has significant capacity limitations with a lengthy waiting list for the 2-year-old program.

Christ-centered curriculumcaring and accessible teachers and staffwelcoming family atmosphere

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Daycare Centers in Peoria, Illinois

There are 38 daycare centers in Peoria, 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 Peoria, 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 Peoria

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Rogy'S Learning Place-Elwood
Child Daycare & Preschools

ROGY'S LEARNING PLACE-ELWOOD receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teaching quality and staff. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving inappropriate behavior from a bus driver.

Great staffchildren enjoy attendingquality instruction
Address
4607 W Elwood Dr, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 676-3638
Urban League - Parent-Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
317 South Macarthur Highway, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 673-7474
Trewyn Pk Pavillion Pcceo Head Start Ctr
Headstart Programs
Address
2219 South Idaho, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 671-3958
The Salvation Army Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
210 Spalding Aveune, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 655-7283
Bright Horizons Family Solutio
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons Family Solutions (Little Friends) in Peoria, Illinois receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers who consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong security measures, STEM-based learning, excellent communication through the My Bright Day app, and individual staff members who form genuine bonds with children. Families report children are happy, thriving, and well-prepared for elementary school.

attentive and caring staffsecure facility with controlled accessSTEM and play-based learning approaches
Address
1715 W Alta Rd, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 243-9000
Head Start At Manual High School
Headstart Programs
Address
811 S Griswold St, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 671-3969
Kindercare Learning Ctr 300968
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Peoria has mostly positive reviews praising staff care and communication, though one recent review details serious operational and management issues including early closures, billing problems, and concerning director behavior. The majority of parents report positive experiences with caring teachers and good parent-teacher communication.

caring and professional staffresponsive communication with parentspersonalized activities for chil
Address
1125 W Florence Ave, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 682-5669
Pierson Hills Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1826 N Lehman Rd, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 495-5254

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Frequently asked questions

There are 38 all daycares in Peoria, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Peoria, 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
Peoria offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 29 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Peoria for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Peoria 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.