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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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Children'S Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Children's Bright Beginnings receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and consistently happy children. Parents highlight the quality educational activities, healthy meals, and strong communication with staff as key strengths. The daycare appears to provide a nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Caring and attentive staffchildren excited to attendeducational activities
Address
8944 Austin, Morton Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 965-1003
Christies Carousel Of Learning INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Christie's Carousel of Learning as a nurturing, family-oriented preschool where children thrive academically and socially. Staff are described as caring, professional, and welcoming, with children showing excitement about attending and making lasting friendships. The center offers a safe environment with engaging activities, regular performances, and healthy meals.

Nurturing and family-like environmentcaring and enthusiastic staffchildren excited to attend
Address
1300 W Crescent Ave, Park Ridge, IL
Phone
(847) 825-4568
Trinity Lutheran Church E.C.L.C.
Church Daycare
4.9
Address
1000 N Park Ave, Herrin, IL
Phone
(618) 942-4750
Good Shepherd Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.9

Good Shepherd Head Start receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the kind and caring staff, engaging activities like projects and field trips, and welcoming atmosphere. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children at the program.

Kind and caring staffengaging activities and projectsholiday parties
Address
151 E Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL
Phone
(630) 783-2735
Alphabet Academy Childcare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Alphabet Academy Childcare Inc. in Aurora receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, bilingual education, and affordable pricing. Parents consistently report children are happy, eager to attend, and experience significant developmental growth including language learning and potty training success.

Caring and nurturing staffbilingual Spanish/English instructionreasonable and affordable pricing
Address
1510 W Indian Trl, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 906-9697
Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool receives consistently high ratings with parents praising the safe, clean environment and quality curriculum. Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff and welcoming community atmosphere, with children showing enthusiasm about attending. The facility appears to foster strong family satisfaction and trust.

safe and clean facilityexcellent curriculumfriendly and caring staff
Address
195 Nesler Rd, Elgin, IL
Phone
(847) 697-4745
Paxton Community Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews appear to be for a gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the equipment variety, spacious layout, and exceptionally friendly staff members Tracey and Denise. The facility is noted as wheelchair accessible with ample parking.

Extensive equipment selectionspacious facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
601 S Fall St, Paxton, IL
Phone
(217) 379-9697
Toddler Town
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Toddler Town in Evanston receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, effective communication through daily updates, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple reviewers report their children thrived academically and developmentally while feeling loved and secure.

Caring and patient teachersexcellent communication and daily updatesstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
1501 Howard St, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 475-1660
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
Bd Jewish Ed/Early Childhd Ctr Bethjudea
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The reviews provided do not reflect experiences at the daycare center itself, but rather describe the affiliated synagogue and its adult programs. Reviewers praise the welcoming community, religious services, and educational opportunities at Beth Judea temple. No actual daycare or early childhood center experiences are documented in these reviews.

Welcoming communityfriendly staffquality religious education
Address
Rt 83 At Hill Top, Long Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 634-0363
Mon Jardin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Mon Jardin is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Deerfield, Illinois with 10 five-star reviews praising exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and personalized care. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families. The small, family-focused environment stands out as a major advantage over larger corporate chains.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum with age-appropriate instructionhome-cooked meals and snacks
Address
20630 Milwaukee Ave, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 465-8080
Primrose School Of Long Grove
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Primrose School of Long Grove receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational curriculum. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children across social, academic, and creative areas, with particular appreciation for the school's communication and accommodations for special needs.

Caring and patient teacherswarm and nurturing environmentwell-structured curriculum
Address
3985 Old Mchenry Rd, Long Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 951-6420
The Children'S Center At Lake Forest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
28457 Ballard Dr, Ste A2, Lake Forest, IL
Phone
(847) 367-0099
Adventures In Learning Of Oswego
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Adventures in Learning of Oswego receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, creative staff, individualized attention to children, clean facility, and strong academic and social development opportunities.

Caring and nurturing staffcreative learning activities and experimentsindividualized teaching approach
Address
1020 Station Dr, Oswego, IL
Phone
(630) 701-6607
Geneseo Development & Growth INC. #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise GENESEO DEVELOPMENT & GROWTH INC. #2 for its caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances learning with play. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, and helping children develop personally and socially. The convenience of on-site preschool and strong leadership from the director are also highlighted.

Caring and capable staffengaging curriculumchild development and learning
Address
541 E North St, Po Box 172, Geneseo, IL
Phone
(309) 944-5024
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
The Nook Daycare 2 LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise The Nook Daycare for its exceptional, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The facility is noted for strong leadership, excellent communication with parents, engaging curriculum including enrichment activities like Spanish and sign language, and creating a tight-knit community. Children are reported to be excited and happy attending daily.

Exceptional and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsstrong leadership and administration
Address
2105 W Armitage Ave, # 2111, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 904-8553
Little Bugs Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Little Bugs Learning Center for its caring, trustworthy environment and exceptional staff. The director Stefanie is highlighted as dedicated and invested in each child's wellbeing, with teachers who provide loving, patient care. Families describe feeling completely at ease and view the center as more than just daycare—it's family.

Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilitystrong management
Address
1505 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 486-8004
Out On Faith Infants And Toddlers INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Out On Faith Infants and Toddlers is highly rated by parents who praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally. The facility is noted for cleanliness, communication via app updates, engaging activities, and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive staffstrong child-staff bondsclean facility
Address
1447 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(872) 241-9334
Out On Faith Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Out On Faith Learning Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally. The facility is noted for cleanliness, daily communication via app, engaging activities, and strong bonds between staff and children.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitydaily communication through app
Address
1443 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 274-7572
Little Stars Daycare & Learning Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Stars Daycare receives exclusively 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight staff members by name and note their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving. The facility is described as reliable and trustworthy, with strong parent-teacher communication.

Warm and professional staffsafe and clean environmentengaging learning activities
Address
7039 W Grand Ave, # 43, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 490-0576
Mariah'S Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Mariah's Learning Center for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong academic and social development, with enrichment activities including music, martial arts, and gymnastics. Multiple families report multi-generational enrollment and express high satisfaction with school readiness preparation.

Friendly and attentive staffclean and safe facilitystructured learning activities
Address
12910 S Throop St, Calumet Park, IL
Phone
(708) 824-1550
Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center
Church Daycare
4.9

Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center in Park Ridge receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong curriculum emphasizing learning through play, and flexible scheduling options. Children show academic and social growth while feeling safe and loved.

Loving and dedicated teachers with longevity at the facilitywarm and welcoming environmentflexible scheduling and hours
Address
1605 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL
Phone
(847) 825-3767
Lake Shore Schools Rogers Park
Before or After School Daycare
4.9

Lake Shore Schools Rogers Park receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring, and professional staff. Parents highlight the nurturing atmosphere, engaging educational activities, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend daily.

Warm and caring staffclean environmentengaging educational activities
Address
6759 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 743-1118
Nia Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Nia Family Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and professionals who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and responsive leadership. Parents highlight the staff's dedication to child development, educational activities, and personalized attention to each child. The director and team are frequently commended for being approachable, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's wellbeing.

Caring and nurturing stafffamily-oriented atmosphereresponsive director (Ms. Ebony Westbrooks)
Address
744 North Monticello Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 722-0115
Home Of Life Just For You Child Dev. Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

This facility appears to be primarily a church rather than a dedicated daycare center. The one parent review specifically about childcare services praises the center's accommodating staff, particularly Ms. Shepard and teacher Ms. Jackson, noting significant developmental progress in their child's speech and overall growth.

Accommodating to parentsloving and safe environmentstaff goes above and beyond
Address
4647 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 626-8655
Hlcdc Development II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Most reviews appear to be about the affiliated church rather than the daycare center itself. The one substantive daycare review praises the center's accommodating approach to parents, loving and safe environment, and staff quality, particularly highlighting a teacher's success with speech development.

Accommodating to parentsloving and safe environmentsupportive staff
Address
4650 W Madison St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 626-8655

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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.