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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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Fun & Games Playschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
5939 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 520-3534
Just For Kids Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Just for Kids Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, strong curriculum, and children's learning and social development. One negative review cited an inflexible refund policy on deposits.

Caring and amazing staffexcellent curriculumchildren learning and thriving
Address
2575 Plainfield Naperville Rd, Naperville, IL
Phone
(630) 357-8749
Children'S Academy Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Children's Academy Child Care Center for its authentic Montessori approach, caring staff, and strong academic preparation. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (7+ years) and note significant child development and independence gains. The center is described as nurturing, well-run, and offering excellent value compared to other local options.

Montessori curriculum rigorously implementedexperienced and passionate teachersstrong academic preparation for elementary school
Address
706 E Park Blvd, Villa Park, IL
Phone
(630) 832-4423
Our Loving Arms Childcare INC # 3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Our Loving Arms Childcare Inc #3 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, strong director leadership, and engaging learning environment where children thrive and develop new skills. Multiple parents report positive transitions from difficult daycare experiences and plan to keep their children enrolled long-term.

Caring and nurturing staffprofessional teacherspatient with children
Address
831 S Halsted St, Chicago Hts, IL
Phone
(708) 420-9820
The Gardner School Of Lincolnshire
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Gardner School of Lincolnshire receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, excellent communication, and welcoming environment that keeps children happy and engaged.

Warm and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with impressive early learning resultsexcellent daily communication with parents
Address
250 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL
Phone
(847) 415-5420
Bright Smiles Daycares Infant Suite
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Bright Smiles Daycare for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The facility is noted for cleanliness, strong curriculum, enrichment activities, and individualized attention to children's needs. Owner Ms. Rami and her handpicked team have built a trusted center where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitystrong curriculum with homework
Address
1702 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-1075
Longfellow Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Well-maintained park facilitiessplash padplayground equipment
Address
610 N Ridgeland Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 383-6909
123 You-N-Me Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and responsive staffindividualized attentionowner involvement
Address
809 W Detweiller Dr, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 692-3470
Schaumburg Prk Dist Meineke Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Multiple pools (Olympic-sizedivinglap swimming)
Address
220 E Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 985-8143
Swift Child Careinc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Excellent infant programcaring and nurturing teachersnice facility
Address
8106 Lincoln Ave, Skokie, IL
Phone
(847) 675-6600
Lutheran Care Ctr Kids Enrichment Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Compassionate and friendly staffclean facilitybeautiful grounds and Family Gathering building
Address
610 W Cumberland Rd, Altamont, IL
Phone
(618) 483-6136
Winter Club Of Lake Forest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

High-quality iceoutdoor hockey rinksmultiple amenities
Address
956 N Sheridan Rd, Lake Forest, IL
Phone
(847) 234-0030
Care-A-Lot Early Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

caring and patient staffchildren enjoy attendingfamily-oriented environment
Address
6441 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 763-8888
A-Plus After School Zone INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1270 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
Phone
(847) 241-1981
Dist. #65 Doorway To Learning Childcare
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
1500 Mcdaniel Ave, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 859-8550
P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentstaff loyalty and low turnover
Address
170 Woodcrest Dr, Highland, IL
Phone
(618) 654-5220
The Guadalupe Reyes Children & Family C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Exceptional and attentive teachershigh-quality education and child developmentindividualized learning plans
Address
1951 W. 19th Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 997-2021
In A Kid'S World INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-owned atmospherestrong academic preparation
Address
1732 18th Avenue, Rock Island, IL
Phone
(309) 786-0583
Hyde Park Learning Resource Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Nature discovery activitiespond dipping and water creature explorationoutdoor spaces
Address
5114 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 363-5581
Messiah Lutheran Pre School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Friendly and welcoming environmentfeels like familynice pastor
Address
302 11th St, Port Byron, IL
Phone
(309) 523-2421
Peter Pan Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Nature-based curriculumcaring and nurturing teachersstaff engagement with children
Address
6551 S Cass Ave, Ste B, Westmont, IL
Phone
(630) 353-0624
Howard Mohr Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and dedicated staffcommunity support and assistance for families in needsummer day camp program
Address
7640 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL
Phone
(708) 771-7737
Little Tykes II Dc INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent communication (daily updates via app and messages)engaging educational activities and arts/crafts
Address
1723 W 35th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 579-1791
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship services and musicbeautiful facility and grounds
Address
1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-0554
A Step Up Career Academy-Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and loving staffindividualized attention and teachingstrong educational curriculum
Address
2745 Bernice Rd, Lansing, IL
Phone
(708) 474-2511
Jellybean LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
708 E Thomas St, Mc Leansboro, IL
Phone
(618) 643-2120
Rainbow Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Friendly and patient teachersfun activities and field tripsimproved management and ownership
Address
1270 Kuhn Rd, Carol Stream, IL
Phone
(630) 668-8088
Rock Island Park & Rec. Dept. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

None - reviews are for wrong facility
Address
4303 24th Street, Rock Island, IL
Phone
(309) 732-7437
St John'S Luth Center Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1450 30th Ave, East Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 792-0755
Peppermint Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

helpful and friendly staffattentive supervisionclean facility
Address
2850 N Us Highway 12, Spring Grove, IL
Phone
(815) 675-2515

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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.