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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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Busy Bee Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Busy Bee Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational programs, and safe environment. The center has built strong family loyalty, with some families returning across generations. However, one parent reported serious concerns about special needs accommodation and child care practices.

caring and loving stafffun and educational programsstructured environment
Address
2115 S Ernie Krueger Cir, Waukegan, IL
Phone
(847) 245-6800
Kiddie Kottage Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kiddie Kottage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and responsive staff, engaging activities, and clean facility. However, one review expressed serious concerns about cleanliness and sanitation conditions. The center appears well-regarded for developmental support, parent communication, and reasonable pricing.

caring and patient staffdevelopmental activitiesphoto sharing throughout day
Address
608 Rollins Rd, Ingleside, IL
Phone
(847) 973-2435
Kidsuccess
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

KIDSUCCESS is highly rated by parents who praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and individual attention given to each child's development. Recent leadership changes under Director Carrie have been noted positively, with parents crediting improved staff quality and program growth. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' dedication, cleanliness, security, communication through the Brightwheel app, and the center's flexibility and support.

caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherechild development and academic readiness
Address
218 Washington St, Ingleside, IL
Phone
(847) 587-5437
Gloryland Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
607 W Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL
Phone
(847) 548-0112
Serendipity Child Care Center Incorporat
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Serendipity Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, educational programming, and home-like environment. One parent had a negative experience citing poor customer service during a tour, a strict teacher, and inadequate bathroom facilities.

caring and passionate staffexcellent communication with parentseducational curriculum including literacy programs
Address
35274 N Us Highway 12, Ingleside, IL
Phone
(847) 973-9148
Knoxvl 1st Untd. Meth. Chr. Nursery Sch.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of this church-based nursery school. Parents highlight the food pantry services and the supportive church community. The facility offers religious education including Sunday school, Bible study, and music programs.

Friendly and welcoming stafffood pantry assistancestrong sense of community
Address
303 South Broad, Knoxville, IL
Phone
(309) 289-6311
Ywca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise YWCA Child Care Center for being a trusted facility with a clean environment and reliable care. The center is popular with a waiting list, serving children from infancy through preschool age with hours from 6am-5pm.

Trusted and reliable careclean facilitygood environment
Address
1086 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL
Phone
(815) 933-4516
Children First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Children First Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and engaging, hands-on learning activities. Parents consistently highlight the clean facility, regular photo updates, outdoor play opportunities, and their children's academic and social progress. One parent left a negative review with no explanation.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffhands-on learning activitiesclean facility
Address
409 Lakeview Dr, Waterloo, IL
Phone
(618) 939-9776
Discovery Academy 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Discovery Academy 2 receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, including academic and social progress, along with effective communication through tools like Class Dojo. The center is noted for its diverse learning methods, safety protocols, financial flexibility, and family-oriented approach.

Attentive and hands-on staffprofessional and friendly environmentchild development and academic progress
Address
215 W 95th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 253-8090
Academy Of Creative Thinking INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Academy of Creative Thinking Inc receives consistently high praise from parents for their caring, family-oriented approach to childcare. Parents highlight the qualified and nurturing staff, engaging programs including field trips and outdoor activities, and effective parent communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly enjoy attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

Kind and caring stafffamily-like treatmentqualified teachers
Address
4200 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 732-9610
Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare for exceptional, compassionate staff who provide individualized care in a culturally rich, inclusive environment. Children are described as happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The facility is noted for cleanliness, good communication with parents, and special programming including language immersion, music, and soccer classes.

Caring and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to individual needsmultilingual/Polish language programs
Address
5815 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 427-5437
Bright Start Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Start Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong leadership under director Nikki. Parents highlight exceptional communication, developmental support across all age groups, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple families report significant positive growth in their children and express gratitude for the peace of mind the center provides.

Passionate and attentive teachersexceptional director (Nikki) and leadershipclear policies and communication
Address
3522 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(708) 831-4111
Kiddie Steps 4 You Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kiddie Steps 4 You receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the clean, secure facility, professional and caring staff, attentive director, and developmental programs including potty training and field trips. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care.

Clean and secure facilityProfessional and caring staffAccessible director
Address
1700 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 494-2208
Smart From The Start Armitage LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Smart From the Start Armitage receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight warm, caring, and patient teachers who provide excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and videos. The center is noted for its bilingual instruction, enrichment activities, strong community atmosphere, and individualized attention to child development.

Caring and patient teachersbilingual Spanish instructionfrequent parent communication via Brightwheel app with photos/videos
Address
4135 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 697-7057
Ladybug & Friends Dcc And Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ladybug & Friends receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, child development, and caring atmosphere. However, one recent review from December 2024 alleges inappropriate disciplinary action toward a two-year-old by the director, which was reported to DCFS.

Caring and encouraging staffstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive and approachable leadership
Address
5427 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 754-8524
Seeds Of Joy Daycare & Fitness Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Seeds of Joy Daycare receives mostly glowing reviews praising the quality of care, teacher dedication, and child preparation for kindergarten. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about understaffing, hygiene issues, and unprofessional handling of complaints.

Well-educated and caring teachersclean facilityhealthy environment
Address
850 W Eastwood Ave, Ste 1, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 944-1194
Peachtree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Peachtree Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, particularly Ms. Norma. The facility is described as clean, organized, and bilingual (English/Spanish), with children showing enthusiasm for attending. One 1-star review alleges rough handling of infants during arrival, contradicting the positive accounts.

Caring and patient staffparticularly Ms. Norma; Clean and organized facility; Bilingual i
Address
3817 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 276-7670
Little Einsteinss Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
3640 W Wrightwood Ave, # 3644, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 227-7809
Diana'S Daycare Center Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Diana's Daycare Center is highly regarded by parents for its clean, organized environment and experienced, caring staff led by Diana who has over 30 years in child care. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident their children are in a safe, nurturing, and educational setting. One parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone for enrollment inquiries.

Clean and organized facilityaffordableexperienced director with 30+ years in child care
Address
5961 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 334-3000
Kids R Our Stars INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kids R Our Stars Inc for its caring, professional staff and educational approach. The facility maintains strong safety standards, communicates regularly with parents, and creates a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Certified and educated staff with bachelor's and associate degreesdaily updates and pictures sent to parentsstrict safety and allergy protocols
Address
5615 W Cermak, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 656-5437
Liceo Infantil Americano INC
Church Daycare
4.6

Liceo Infantil Americano receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, bilingual education, and safe environment. One parent reported poor communication and cancellation of an appointment without follow-up.

Caring and attentive teachersorganized directorabilingual instruction
Address
6130 W 21st St, # 3, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 222-9440
Discovery Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Discovery Academy is highly praised by parents for its professional, nurturing staff and strong focus on child development and learning. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere, effective communication with families, and comprehensive curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the center's care and educational approach.

Attentive and hands-on staffstrong health and safety protocolswarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
215 W 95th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 253-8090
Angels "R" Us Kidz Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Angels R Us Kidz Academy for exceptional staff care, educational development, and smooth transitions for children of various ages. Multiple reviewers highlight significant academic progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and a welcoming environment that eases parental concerns about childcare quality.

attentive and loving staffstructured learning activitiesacademic progress (literacy
Address
3941 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 373-6300
Corporate Child Care C.C.C.Learning Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

CCC Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the experienced staff, quality education, and developmental progress of their children. Parents highlight the center's affordability, friendly atmosphere, and success in preparing children for kindergarten and developing social skills.

Experienced and long-tenured staffreasonable pricingstrong academic preparation (reading
Address
610 South Canal Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 353-8686
The Ivy Academy & Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Ivy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report excellent staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a welcoming family-like environment. Parents highlight the dedication of individual teachers and note their children's happiness, learning progress, and reluctance to leave. Multiple families have used the center for several years and siblings, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.

Caring and dedicated staffchild development supportwelcoming environment
Address
545 Hiawatha Dr, Elgin, IL
Phone
(224) 281-4979
Alpha Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Alpha Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, strong academic curriculum, and family-like environment. Children are reported to excel academically and transition well to elementary school.

caring and attentive staffstrong academic foundationclean facility
Address
8422 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 445-4252
Hyde Park Neighborhood Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hyde Park Neighborhood Club is highly praised as a community resource offering daycare, after-school programs, and summer camps. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, diverse activities, and supportive environment for children's development.

Caring and committed staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs and activities
Address
5480 South Kenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 643-4062
Kalina Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kalina Preschool & Kindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, educational activities, and balanced curriculum. One 1-star review cited a negative phone interaction with staff. Overall, parents report children are engaged, learning, and developing well.

warm and caring teachersclean and safe environmenteducational and fun activities
Address
4100 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 604-8345
Literki Learning Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 instruction
Address
710 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
Phone
(847) 459-1234
Little Learners Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Learners Academy receives mostly positive reviews from parents who praise the cleanliness, caring staff, and educational development of their children. However, one parent reported serious concerns about unreported injuries. The facility appears to have strong teacher retention and creates a family-like environment.

Clean facilityexperienced and caring teachersstrong early childhood education (ABC's and 123's taught by age 2)
Address
11111 S Harlem Ave, Worth, IL
Phone
(708) 448-0758

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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.