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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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Rainbow Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Rainbow Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of attendance. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff who treat children as their own, age-appropriate curriculum with emphasis on learning, and excellent communication between caregivers and families. The center maintains good staff-to-child ratios that allow for individualized attention and help children feel safe and supported.

Caring and warm staffage-appropriate rooms and curriculumstrong focus on academics and science (not just arts and crafts)
Address
2199 Locust St, Eldorado, IL
Phone
(618) 273-8333
Robin'S Nest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Robin's Nest Learning Center in Marion receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, educational development, and responsive management. The center is highly recommended for children of all ages and abilities.

Warm and welcoming atmospherecaring and attentive staffclean and safe facility
Address
110 S Virginia Ave, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 922-8445
Kidtown Usa INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise KIDTOWN USA INC. (also referred to as Ecole/Ecole 360) for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show measurable development in communication, confidence, and social skills, with enrichment programs like Spanish, music, and yoga. The facility maintains strong parent communication through daily updates and an app, creating peace of mind for families.

Caring and patient teacherssmooth transitions for new students
Address
1071 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 301-7399
Great Expectations Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Great Expectations Learning Center receives nearly perfect ratings from parents and visitors. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, welcoming and professional staff, child enthusiasm for learning, and strong academic instruction including literacy, math, and bilingual skills. One parent noted some areas could be improved including PE, art, playground, and lunch facilities.

Clean facilitywelcoming and professional staffpassionate teachers
Address
104 W 144th St, Riverdale, IL
Phone
(708) 841-1100
Active Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Active Child Care in Westmont receives consistently excellent feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and exceptional facilities. Parents highlight significant child development outcomes and appreciate the balance of structured learning, active play, and communication through the Brightwheel app.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong curriculum with focus on early childhood developmentexcellent indoor and outdoor facilities (play tower
Address
233 W 63rd St, Westmont, IL
Phone
(630) 737-1110
Noble Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Noble Day Care in Chicago receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's genuine care, dedication, and family-oriented approach. Parents highlight exceptional communication, developmental support for children, and a nurturing community atmosphere that extends beyond typical daycare services. Families report high satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, activities, and the strong bonds children form with teachers.

Loving and caring staffexceptional communication with parentsfamily-oriented events and community atmosphere
Address
1333 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 929-3575
Faith Lutheran Preschool/Extended Care
Church Daycare
4.8

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Godfrey receives consistently positive feedback from parents and church members. The facility is praised for its caring staff, quality preschool program, welcoming community atmosphere, and affordable pricing. Parents describe it as a warm, family-oriented environment with strong Christian values and excellent teaching.

caring staffquality preschool programaffordable pricing
Address
6809 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL
Phone
(618) 466-3833
Dearhaven Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1100 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL
Phone
(847) 535-6175
The Cook County/City Of Chgo Child Devel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise this Bright Horizons facility for excellent care, cleanliness, and professional staff. Children show strong developmental progress and emotional attachment to teachers. The center offers varied activities, good facilities, and responsive communication with parents.

Kind and professional staffclean facilityorganized classrooms
Address
40 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 319-1240
Jubilee Kids Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
420 W 5th Ave, Naperville, IL
Phone
(630) 369-9180
Noah'S Ark Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing, as all submitted reviews reference St. John's Lutheran Church rather than Noah's Ark Nursery School. One review mentions a preschool program at the church, but no reviews specifically address the daycare center's operations, staff, or services.

Welcoming and friendly environmentyouth and children's programscommunity involvement
Address
1617 E Emerson St, Bloomington, IL
Phone
(309) 828-1974
Christ United Methodist Church P/S Cntr
Church Daycare
4.8
Address
1505 N Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL
Phone
(815) 398-1458
Brd Jewish Ed Erly Chldhod @ Bnai Tikvah
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise B'nai Tikvah as a warm, welcoming community with inclusive leadership, particularly toward interfaith families. The facility is noted for excellent Hebrew school programming, adult education opportunities, and strong social connections. Members highlight the congregation's flexibility, affordability, and commitment to instilling Jewish values in children.

Warm and welcoming communityinclusive of interfaith familiesexcellent Hebrew scho
Address
1558 Wilmot Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 945-8577
A Karrasel Nursery School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise A-Karrasel Nursery School & Kindergarten for its caring, experienced staff who treat children and families like extended family members. Reviews highlight strong child development outcomes, excellent communication, a welcoming environment, and low teacher turnover. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no negative feedback reported.

Caring and nurturing staff with low turnoverstrong child development and academic outcomeswarm family-like
Address
3030 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 463-6151
Creative Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Creative Kids Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the loving, educational environment, dedicated staff, creative curriculum, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Daily communication, homemade meals, and individual attention to each child are frequently mentioned as standout features.

Loving and caring staffcreative curriculum with weekly themesstrong academic preparation
Address
410 N Metter Ave, Columbia, IL
Phone
(618) 281-7711
Acarath Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Acarath Montessori Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and well-rounded curriculum. Children show strong academic progress, develop confidence through daily swimming lessons, and thrive in a nurturing environment that parents describe as welcoming and family-oriented.

Dedicated and caring staffstrong academic foundation in reading/writing/mathdaily swim lessons with heated pool
Address
22 Kristin Dr, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 397-0111
Busy Bees Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Busy Bees Montessori School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, patient, and loving teachers, the authentic Montessori approach that fosters independence and critical thinking, and the strong developmental progress their children achieve from infancy through age 4.

Dedicated and caring teachersauthentic Montessori curriculumchild development and milestones support
Address
501 S Emerson St, Mt Prospect, IL
Phone
(847) 392-2233
Growing Place - Founder'S Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Growing Place - Founder's Site receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff and directors who genuinely care for children, clean facilities, and healthy food options. The facility is frequently described as the best childcare option in DeKalb, though pricing is a point of contention among some families.

caring and loving staffclean facilitiessafe environment
Address
821 S 7th St, Dekalb, IL
Phone
(815) 756-5744
Lee'S Cuddles N Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
6100 W North Ave, # 6106, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 745-8054
St. Paul'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool receives exceptional feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Shelly and Mrs. April, along with the well-planned curriculum, creative learning centers, and Christian-based environment that balances academic preparation with nurturing care.

Dedicated and caring staffcreative and engaging learning activitiessmall class sizes allowing individualized attention
Address
227 Goodhaven St, Columbia, IL
Phone
(618) 281-4190
Robin'S Nest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Robin's Nest Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and comprehensive curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, engage in fun activities, and thrive emotionally and academically. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods, indicating strong satisfaction and loyalty.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong curriculumage-appropriate learning activities
Address
1007 California St, Carterville, IL
Phone
(618) 922-8445
The Learning Tree Of Huntley INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Learning Tree of Huntley receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff, safe environment, structured learning activities, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Children reportedly adapt quickly, remain excited about attending, and show significant developmental growth.

Caring and patient teacherssafe environmentclean and organized facility
Address
11424 Rainsford Dr, Huntley, IL
Phone
(847) 659-1181
The Growing Place Of Fox Valley Presbyte
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
227 E Side Dr, Geneva, IL
Phone
(630) 232-7448
St Mark Preschool And Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

St. Mark Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teaching staff. The center is recognized for its play-based learning approach combined with strong STEAM curriculum, hands-on activities, and smooth kindergarten transition preparation. Parents highlight the strong sense of community, special events, and children's enthusiasm for attending.

Experienced and caring teachersplay-based learningSTEAM curriculum
Address
200 S Wille St, Mt Prospect, IL
Phone
(847) 253-0631
Taylor Center For New Experiences
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Taylor Center for New Experiences as an excellent daycare with friendly, caring staff who quickly build relationships with children. The center is described as safe, reliable, and providing a positive learning environment. One parent noted limited operating hours as a drawback.

Friendly and attentive staffcaring administratorssafe and secure environment
Address
1633 North Hamlin, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 227-8551
The Big Barn Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Big Barn Preschool in Schaumburg receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, consistent teaching staff, small class sizes, affordable pricing, and strong academic and social skill development that prepares children well for kindergarten.

caring and passionate teacherssmall child-to-teacher ratioaffordable tuition
Address
888 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 895-3257
Dobbs Pre-School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Dobbs Pre-School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for Ms. Maria's leadership, caring staff, and homemade meals. Parents report their children feel safe, loved, and well-prepared for kindergarten in a clean, organized, and structured environment.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership by Ms. Mariahomemade nutritious meals
Address
7131 W Pensacola Ave, Norridge, IL
Phone
(708) 457-1744
First Congregational Ch. Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

First Congregational Church Nursery School in Des Plaines receives positive feedback from parents. Parents appreciate the staff's effort, affordable fees, and overall experience. The facility is well-regarded as a nice church community space.

Affordable feesstaff effort and appreciationpositive experience
Address
766 Graceland, Des Plaines, IL
Phone
(847) 299-5561
Grace Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1624 East Euclid Avenue, Mount Prospect, IL
Phone
(847) 824-7408
Tender Loving Care Professional
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise TLC Montessori for significant developmental and academic progress in their children, highlighting the Montessori approach, individualized attention, and multilingual instruction. The small school environment, caring staff, and strong sense of community are frequently cited as key strengths that set it apart from other childcare centers.

Montessori curriculumindividualized learningrapid academic progress
Address
30 North Park Avenue, Lombard, IL
Phone
(630) 932-7777

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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.