Best Daycare Centers in Wheeling, IL
Compare 9 daycare centers in Wheeling. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Wheeling, Illinois at a glance
- Daycares
- 9
- Avg rating
- 4.68/5
- Parent reviews
- 122
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Wheeling has 9 licensed daycares with 122 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60090 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wheeling
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.
- 1Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School4.74 score5(14)
9300 Capital Drive, Wheeling, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of Montessori education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well across cognitive, social, and emotional areas. The school's low staff turnover, beautiful campus, and sense of community are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Certified Montessori curriculumdedicated and caring teacherslow staff turnoverbeautiful and safe campus - 2Blooming Minds Academy4.56 score4.7(20)
581 N Wolf Rd, Wheeling, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children
Blooming Minds Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, enrichment activities, cleanliness, and healthy meals. The facility is described as a welcoming second home where children thrive academically and socially.
Caring and patient staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong educational programsenrichment activities (music - 3Literki Learning Care Center INC4.48 score4.6(20)
710 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
Literki Learning Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, professional facility with dedicated staff. Parents highlight excellent educational programming, strong emphasis on Polish culture and language, abundant outdoor activities, and quality food. Children are consistently reported to be happy, well-prepared for school transitions, and eager to attend.
Caring and well-trained teachersage-appropriate educationPolish language and culture instructionoutdoor play and garden activities - 4Soundgarden4.33 score4.6(6)
149 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
Soundgarden is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Wheeling, Illinois with strong academics, arts programming, and on-site meal preparation. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for elementary school. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting friendships.
on-site chef preparing freshnutritious meals dailywarm and caring staffclean facility - 5Poko Loko Child Care Center INC.4.11 score4.2(6)
404 S Elmhurst Rd, Wheeling, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
Parents are divided in their experiences at POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER. Most reviewers praise the teachers, cleanliness, and positive atmosphere, with children enjoying attendance. However, some parents express concerns about teacher quality, curriculum, and infant care.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Wheeling
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 122 reviews, analyzed by AI
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Wheeling zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60090 | 9 | 4.68 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Wheeling (41–261 children)
Small
up to 30 children
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Medium
31–75 children
3
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Wheeling based on parent reviews
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
9300 Capital Drive, Wheeling, IL
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of Montessori education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well across cognitive, social, and emotional areas. The school's low staff turnover, beautiful campus, and sense of community are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Blooming Minds Academy
581 N Wolf Rd, Wheeling, IL
Blooming Minds Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, enrichment activities, cleanliness, and healthy meals. The facility is described as a welcoming second home where children thrive academically and socially.
Literki Learning Care Center INC
710 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
Literki Learning Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, professional facility with dedicated staff. Parents highlight excellent educational programming, strong emphasis on Polish culture and language, abundant outdoor activities, and quality food. Children are consistently reported to be happy, well-prepared for school transitions, and eager to attend.
Soundgarden
149 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
Soundgarden is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Wheeling, Illinois with strong academics, arts programming, and on-site meal preparation. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for elementary school. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting friendships.
L & L Bright Beginnings Pre-School
25 Mayer Ave, Wheeling, IL
Parents highlight the patient and caring teachers, noting that their children have developed a love for learning and are well-prepared for kindergarten. Families appreciate the welcoming and inclusive community, with reports of children transitioning from crying to eagerly attending school.
Poko Loko Child Care Center INC.
404 S Elmhurst Rd, Wheeling, IL
Parents are divided in their experiences at POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER. Most reviewers praise the teachers, cleanliness, and positive atmosphere, with children enjoying attendance. However, some parents express concerns about teacher quality, curriculum, and infant care.
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Daycare Centers in Wheeling, Illinois
There are 9 daycare centers in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.68 stars. Our analysis covers 122 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Wheeling, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the patient and caring teachers, noting that their children have developed a love for learning and are well-prepared for kindergarten. Families appreciate the welcoming and inclusive community, with reports of children transitioning from crying to eagerly attending school.
- Address
- 25 Mayer Ave, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 215-1171
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of Montessori education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well across cognitive, social, and emotional areas. The school's low staff turnover, beautiful campus, and sense of community are frequently highlighted as standout features.
- Address
- 9300 Capital Drive, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 850-5490
Blooming Minds Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, enrichment activities, cleanliness, and healthy meals. The facility is described as a welcoming second home where children thrive academically and socially.
- Address
- 581 N Wolf Rd, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (224) 250-0872
Literki Learning Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, professional facility with dedicated staff. Parents highlight excellent educational programming, strong emphasis on Polish culture and language, abundant outdoor activities, and quality food. Children are consistently reported to be happy, well-prepared for school transitions, and eager to attend.
- Address
- 710 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 459-1234
Soundgarden is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Wheeling, Illinois with strong academics, arts programming, and on-site meal preparation. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for elementary school. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting friendships.
- Address
- 149 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 520-6090
Parents are divided in their experiences at POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER. Most reviewers praise the teachers, cleanliness, and positive atmosphere, with children enjoying attendance. However, some parents express concerns about teacher quality, curriculum, and infant care.
- Address
- 404 S Elmhurst Rd, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 520-4466
KinderCare Learning Center in Wheeling receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong educational programs. Parents consistently highlight the director Debbie's leadership, individual teacher dedication, and excellent communication through apps and daily updates. Children show measurable developmental progress including improved behavior, communication skills, and academic achievement.
- Address
- 780 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 459-9231
Parents consistently praise Lake Cook KinderCare for exceptional, caring staff who prioritize child development and safety. Children are described as happy, engaged, and excited to attend. The facility is noted for being clean, well-organized, and welcoming to families.
- Address
- 1025 E Lake Cook Rd, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 541-4406
Parents consistently praise Children's Land at Wheeling for its warm, caring staff and engaging, well-rounded curriculum that promotes both learning and creativity. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's exceptional leadership and the facility's cleanliness and safety standards. All reviews are 5-star ratings emphasizing strong child development, smooth transitions, and a nurturing environment.
- Address
- 850 Mchenry Rd, Wheeling, IL
- Phone
- (847) 537-3340
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