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3,069 Daycare Centers in Illinois

Browse 3,069 daycare centers across Illinois. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Illinois

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Illinois can make the decision-making process smoother.

Illinois has about 3,069 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Illinois. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Illinois

There are 3,069 daycares in Illinois: 192 headstart facilities, 59 before/after school centers, 128 religious facility daycares, and 2,690 childcare and preschool centers.

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Covenant Nursery School INC.
Church Daycare
5

Covenant Nursery School is a highly-rated nature-focused preschool in Evanston where parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing teaching staff and developmentally-attuned approach to learning. The facility features excellent outdoor and indoor play spaces, offers enrichment classes, and fosters a strong supportive community among families. Parents report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically in preparation for kindergarten.

nurturing and caring teachersplay-based learning approachnature-focused curriculum
Address
3637 Golf Rd, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 675-2993
Oak Leaf Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 Lake St, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 434-5705
Abc Toon Town II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

ABC Toon Town II receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility for exceptional, loving care of infants and toddlers. Parents highlight responsive staff, excellent daily communication, and a welcoming environment where children are happy, well-fed, and developmentally supported. The center is consistently described as an integral part of the community with staff that parents trust completely.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appresponsive administration
Address
411 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 848-0701
Oak Park Friends School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1192 S Cuyler Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 247-5772
Loving Arms Before & After School
Church Daycare
5
Address
14801 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL
Phone
(708) 362-1697
Bright Minds Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14633 Winchester Ave, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 940-5188
Hugs & Snugs Day Care Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
72 E 147th St, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 210-2000
Afterschool Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15924 Halsted St, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 331-4300
Childrens Ark Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Ark Academy, highlighting excellent teachers, a clean facility, and a welcoming environment where children enjoy attending. Reviews are uniformly positive with all 5-star ratings. One parent notes strong security practices.

Amazing teaching staffclean facilitycaring teachers
Address
8813 W 95th St, Palos Hills, IL
Phone
(773) 593-0697
Granny Smith L A & Outreach INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
948 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL
Phone
(708) 825-9314
Children'S Montessori Language Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's Montessori Language Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the school's authentic Montessori approach, caring and skilled staff, and strong Spanish immersion program. Parents consistently report significant growth in their children's academic, social-emotional, and language development, with many maintaining connections to the school years after enrollment.

Authentic Montessori curriculumskilled and caring teachersSpanish immersio
Address
5903 S County Line Rd, Hinsdale, IL
Phone
(630) 468-5089
Grand Avenue Preschool & Day Care INC
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1001 S Spring Ave, Lagrange, IL
Phone
(708) 482-2710
Green Beginnings LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 owners
Address
1436 W Randolph St, Ste 100, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 226-4256
Little Einsteins Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2896 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 592-1286
Smart Stuff Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Smart Stuff Learning Center in Chicago receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong developmental support for infants and toddlers. Parents consistently highlight their children's growth in academics, social skills, and language development, along with the center's communication, cleanliness, and engaging curriculum.

Caring and responsive staffdevelopmentally appropriate educationstrong communication (daily updates/pictures)
Address
3600 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 475-7615
Butler Children'S Preparatory Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Butler Children's Preparatory Ltd receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the quality of teaching staff, academic progress of their children, modern facilities, and nurturing environment. The center is noted for its strong curriculum, excellent communication with parents, and caring leadership.

Excellent teachers and staffstrong academic curriculumchildren excited to attend
Address
17 E Pearson St, Fl 1st, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 643-1401
Kidz Creative Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 parents
Address
3811 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 642-4332
Growing Seeds Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Growing Seeds Preschool LLC receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, educated staff, engaging theme-based curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balance of play-based learning and structured activities, clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, and strong teacher relationships that help children thrive socially and academically.

Warm and welcoming staffhighly educated teachersengaging theme-based curriculum
Address
2750 North Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 251-7563
Little Green Tree House
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1929 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 492-9876
L And L Luvable Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2540 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(872) 666-3564
Ramonas Lovely Touch Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9100 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 721-2000
Tiny Giants Early Learning Nc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tiny Giants Early Learning NC receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing environment and strong staff commitment to child development and safety. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, excellent communication, enriching programs, and individualized attention. One parent noted the facility's strict illness policies require frequent pickups and doctor's notes, which may be challenging for working parents.

caring and attentive staffsafe environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
3911 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 683-1333
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
Lee'S Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
625 South Main Street, Dupo, IL
Phone
(618) 286-5794
Kids Of Hope Child Development Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kids of Hope Child Development Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the owner Ms. Hope and her staff for providing warm, caring, and professional childcare. Parents highlight the clean facility, educational activities, cultural celebrations, and family-like atmosphere where children thrive socially and emotionally. The center is noted for going above and beyond in accommodating families and providing support during difficult times.

Caring and professional staffClean and well-organized facilityOwner Ms. Hope is compassionate and accommodating
Address
4001 State St, E Saint Louis, IL
Phone
(618) 874-4673
Cahokia Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
150 Edgar St, Cahokia, IL
Phone
(618) 332-2026
Two Rivers Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2040 - 53rd St, Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 797-8925
Lucky Charms Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
308 13th Street, Rapids City, IL
Phone
(309) 737-5655
Connor Of Pawnee Dba Pawnee Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
308 Carroll St, Pawnee, IL
Phone
(217) 646-8217

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3,069 all daycares across Illinois. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Illinois are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Illinois, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Illinois sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Illinois vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.