
Browse 3,069 daycare centers across Illinois. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
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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Step by Step in Bethalto receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the welcoming staff, safety measures, cleanliness, and engaging activities. One 1-star review raises safety concerns but provides no specific details. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and experience smooth transitions.
Parent and Child Together in Beardstown receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the facility for being well-run with excellent staff and suitable for young children. Several families report long-term enrollment, indicating satisfaction and trust in the center.
South-East Asia Center is highly praised for its diverse, community-oriented environment and professional, caring staff. Parents appreciate the center's preschool services and note that teachers are kind, dedicated, and genuinely invested in children's education and well-being. The organization also provides valuable social services including utility assistance programs and senior services.
Parents consistently praise Kids Are Us Learning Center for its cleanliness, professional staff, and family-oriented approach. The center is noted for on-site meal preparation, monthly parent meetings, educational focus, and individual attention to each child. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with the facility.
Parents praise Barrie Center's playground facilities and staff, noting it's a good facility for children of various ages. The center appears to offer preschool services with friendly, supportive staff. However, reviews appear mixed in relevance to the actual daycare operations.
Parents praise the Canton YMCA as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Reviews highlight quality programming including swim lessons, tumbling classes, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Many families report long-term membership satisfaction spanning decades.
Parents praise this Parks & Recreation Department facility for excellent preschool and after-school programs with caring, attentive staff. The center offers diverse programming including summer camps, sports activities, and academics in a clean, well-maintained facility with extensive amenities. Overall satisfaction is very high with strong endorsements for both educational quality and child care.
This facility appears to be a mental health support organization rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the caring staff and positive impact on clients' lives and wellbeing.
Parents consistently praise Bloom Children's Center for its clean facility, caring staff, and family-oriented approach. The owner's presence and involvement with her own children at the center reassures families, and parents report their children are happy and well-fed with freshly cooked meals. Multiple families have enrolled infants through preschool age and express strong satisfaction with the care and learning environment.
Circles of Learning receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, child development, and extended hours (6:30am-5:30pm). However, some parents have concerns about frequent unscheduled closures, staffing ratios, and communication issues.
Parents consistently praise Academy 4 Kids for its clean, well-organized facility, caring and professional staff, and structured daily routines. Children are reported to feel safe, happy, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with parents highlighting the quality nutrition and variety of educational activities offered.
Parents highlight long-term trust, noting multi-generational attendance and staff who provide compassionate, individualized care that supports developmental milestones like potty training. The center is praised for its peaceful environment and convenient location, including proximity to a school for walking access. No specific complaints are mentioned in the available feedback.
Creative Children's Learning Center Inc. in Smithton receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, family-oriented environment and educational quality. Parents highlight the owners' dedication and staff's commitment to child development and well-being. One parent reported a negative experience with a staff member but provided no specific details.
Guiding Hands Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for caring, well-trained staff who provide detailed communication about child development. Parents highlight the clean facility, welcoming environment, and effective bilingual (English/Spanish) program that goes beyond basic instruction.
These reviews do not appear to be about the Morton College Child Learning Center daycare. The reviews discuss Morton College as a community college, covering academic programs, faculty support, transfer opportunities, and campus facilities rather than childcare services.
Parents highlight the center's friendly and cozy atmosphere, noting that children enjoy their teachers and friends. One reviewer mentions a positive mood shift for their son, while another notes that former attendees miss the experience.
Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, professional staff, and flexible payment assistance, noting their children's enjoyment and successful graduation outcomes. However, one account describes a severe safety incident involving the release of the wrong child, citing staff negligence and an unconcerned attitude.
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Lisle for exceptional care, safety, and child development. The facility maintains cleanliness, engages children through activities and field trips, and staff members are attentive and welcoming. Multiple families have stayed for years, citing strong leadership and daily communication with parents.
Rend Lake College Foundation Children's Center is highly rated as a Gold-rated, NAEYC-accredited facility described as the best children's center in the area. Reviews praise the professional and knowledgeable staff who create engaging learning experiences and demonstrate genuine care for students and families.
Nurturing Developmental & Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the compassionate and attentive staff, particularly Director Ms. Sharon and teachers by name. Parents report their children have flourished socially and emotionally in a clean, well-organized facility with strong communication. One review raised unspecified safety concerns.
Sprouts Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the experienced staff, engaging STEAM curriculum, spacious facilities, and excellent communication through daily app updates and newsletters. One negative review alleges the school was unsupportive of a child requiring extra attention and pressured the family to leave.
South-East Asia Center Broadway receives consistently high praise from families and community members. Parents highlight the professional, kind, and caring staff, diverse student body, and strong sense of community. Beyond childcare, the center is recognized for providing valuable social services including utility assistance programs, senior lunch programs, and pre-school education.
St. Vincent de Paul Center receives mostly positive reviews from long-term families who praise it as a loving, well-established facility. However, one parent reported serious hygiene concerns regarding repeated ringworm cases and inadequate cleaning protocols. A language barrier issue was also noted by a Spanish-speaking parent attempting to enroll.
4Ever Young Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the staff's caring approach, structured curriculum, educational development, and daily communication. One parent reported serious concerns about hygiene and organization issues.
Freidheim Englewood is highly regarded by parents as a safe, nurturing environment with experienced and caring staff. Parents praise the center's educational approach, child development focus, and supportive family involvement. The facility provides comprehensive care including supplies, meals, and formula, reducing parent burden.
One parent highlights the loving staff and strong Christian curriculum, noting their son's enthusiasm for attending daily. Another reviewer found the Christian framework and facilities appealing but reported significant dissatisfaction due to poor staff communication.
Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and enthusiasm, noting that children are excited to attend and have shown significant developmental progress. Several families express high satisfaction with the quality of care provided to their children and grandchildren.
Tiny Treasures receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, care, and academic development, though two serious 1-star reviews raise safety and cleanliness concerns. Five reviewers highlight kind teachers, engaging curriculum, and positive learning experiences, while two negative reviews cite a serious injury incident, staff rudeness, and poor facility conditions.
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its warm, welcoming staff and strong focus on children's developmental, academic, and Christian growth. Teachers are highly trained and genuinely invested in knowing their students. One recent review notes a decline in program quality under new leadership, with cancelled activities and less engaging events.
Parents consistently praise Governors State University Family Development Center for its attentive, caring staff and nurturing environment. The center is noted for strong developmental outcomes, research-based curriculum, and support for children with varying needs. Multiple long-term families recommend it highly.
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