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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.
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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 2,690 |
| Headstart Programs | 192 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 128 |
| Before or After School | 59 |
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NOTE: The reviews provided are for Longfellow Park in Oak Park, not the Longfellow Center daycare. The reviews discuss park amenities and maintenance rather than daycare services. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.
123 You 'N Me Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, attentive, and individually responsive to each child. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety measures, educational programming, and long-standing owner involvement. One parent raised concerns about closure decisions during minor weather/power issues and full-day payment policies.
Parents praise this park and recreation facility for its extensive amenities and cleanliness. The facility offers multiple pools, sports courts, playgrounds, and a ninja obstacle course suitable for various age groups. All reviews are highly positive with parents recommending it as a great community resource.
Swift Child Care receives mostly positive feedback praising teachers, the infant program, and facility quality. However, one parent with a high-energy child reported significant frustration with rigid classroom management practices, lack of individualized attention, and inadequate strategies for children with behavioral challenges.
Note: These reviews appear to be for Lutheran Care Center's senior living and hospice services rather than the Kids Enrichment Center daycare. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, compassionate staff, beautiful grounds, and quality care for elderly residents and hospice patients.
Winter Club of Lake Forest is a recreational facility featuring ice rinks and various activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the quality of the ice, amenities, and variety of activities available year-round, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings.
Parents consistently praise Care-A-Lot for its caring, patient, and nurturing staff who genuinely connect with children. Multiple families report their children thriving at the center and long-term satisfaction, with one parent noting their child maintained friendships from the facility into adulthood. The center is described as family-oriented with reasonable rates and no safety or educational concerns.
Parents highlight the center's strong communication and the staff's patience and compassion with children. One reviewer specifically commends Director Ms. Cooper for her effective management of enrollment and communication processes.
Parents express deep gratitude for the supportive and warm environment that helped their families heal and transition smoothly, while one reviewer alleges serious safety failures including non-functional cameras, staff turnover, and neglect of a child's hygiene. Positive feedback highlights dedicated teachers and inclusive programming, whereas negative concerns focus on alleged aggressive behavior, lack of transparency, and inadequate facility maintenance.
P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare in Highland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and developmental benefits for children. The facility is noted for staff loyalty and reliability. One negative review mentions a child's distress when attending, though this is an isolated complaint among seven positive reviews.
Parents highly praise Guadalupe Reyes Children & Family Center for exceptional staff, quality education, and individualized support including parent workshops and resource assistance. Children show significant developmental progress across multiple age groups. One review mentions parking issues on the surrounding street.
In a Kid's World Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents, with many citing long-term loyalty spanning multiple children and even generations. Parents consistently highlight the caring, personable staff, family-like atmosphere, educational quality, and safe environment as key strengths of the center.
Hyde Park Learning Resource Center receives consistently high praise for its nature-focused activities and welcoming environment. Parents highlight engaging programs including pond dipping, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning experiences that children enjoy. Staff are described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating to children with various needs.
Messiah Lutheran Pre School in Port Byron receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. One reviewer noted mixed experiences, suggesting some interpersonal dynamics could be improved, though the facility itself is considered suitable for worship and community events.
Peter Pan Early Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents. Families consistently highlight the nature-based curriculum, caring and engaged staff, and safe, clean facility that keeps children excited to attend.
Parents consistently praise Howard Mohr Community Center for its community-focused approach, multi-generational appeal, and diverse programming including day care, summer camp, and special events. The center is recognized for its caring staff, family support services, and positive impact on children's development over many years.
Little Tykes II DC is highly regarded by parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and welcoming staff, strong communication with families, engaging educational activities, and clean, safe facility. Children reportedly enjoy attending and make significant developmental progress across academic and life skills.
These reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than its preschool program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, worship services, music, and facility. The church is also recognized for its community outreach and support programs for families in need.
Parents consistently praise A Step Up Career Academy for its caring, educated staff and individualized approach to child development. The center is recognized for combining academic learning with fun activities, field trips, and projects that engage children across multiple developmental areas. Families report feeling confident in the center's ability to prepare children for future education while treating them as extended family.
One parent describes the staff as great, caring, and friendly, while praising the owner for organizing outdoor activities and daily learning adventures. The reviewer highlights the center as an excellent choice for working parents seeking engaging care for young children.
Rainbow Academy has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising significant improvements under new management. Families highlight engaging activities, field trips, caring staff, and a balanced approach to education and fun. The facility serves children from infants to 12 years old.
WARNING: The reviews provided are for RIFAC (Rock Island Parks & Recreation Facility), a public fitness center, not for Rock Island Park & Rec. Dept. Preschool. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.
Feedback for this center-based childcare program is minimal, with only a single rating directly addressing the facility's operations. The limited available feedback does not provide sufficient insight into the quality of childcare services or daily operations for prospective parents.
Peppermint Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, educational activities, and individualized child care. One parent reported concerns about facility cleanliness, odors, and lack of incident communication.
Shining Stars Early Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, comprehensive curriculum, developmental readiness for kindergarten, engaging activities and field trips, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and showing significant growth and development.
STEP BY STEP BETHALTO EAST LATCHKEY receives predominantly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the welcoming staff, safety measures, cleanliness, and engaging activities. Parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with smooth transitions and good communication from staff. One negative review raised safety concerns without providing specific details.
STEP BY STEP MEADOWBROOK SITE #4 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 5 out of 6 reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the welcoming and caring staff, safety measures, cleanliness, outdoor time, and engaging activities. One reviewer expressed safety concerns but provided no specific details.
Peppermint Stick Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the attentive and friendly staff, particularly teacher Karla. The center is described as clean, safe, educational, and caring, though one parent reported cleanliness concerns and an unresolved incident involving their child's injury.
Most reviewers praise this facility as clean, well-designed, and safe with excellent amenities including a splash pad and ample space for children to play. One reviewer with skateboarding experience criticized the park's design and layout as inferior to its predecessor, citing poor enforcement of rules.
One parent highlights the staff's attentiveness to students and families, noting that they should dress more professionally. Another reviewer appreciates the convenient operating hours from 6am to 6pm for working families.
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