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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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Step By Step
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

welcoming and caring staffsafety features (cameras and locked doors)outdoor time
Address
561 Logan St, Bethalto, IL
Phone
(618) 377-6473
Parent And Child Together
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

well-run facilityexcellent staffgood for young children
Address
909 W 12th St, Beardstown, IL
Phone
(217) 323-9422
South-East Asia Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Diverse student body and staffsense of communityprofessional and kind teachers
Address
1112 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 989-7433
Kids Are Us Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Cleanliness and sanitationon-site cook with nutritious mealsmonthly parent meetings
Address
7453 S Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 846-5437
Barrie Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Friendly staffgood preschool programrecently remodeled playground
Address
1011 S Lombard Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 383-6905
Canton Ymca Pre-School Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Friendly and helpful staffquality swim lessons and tumbling classesindoor track
Address
1325 East Ash Street, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 647-1616
Vlg/Glendl Hgts Prks & Rcrtn Dpt Pre-Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and knowledgeable staffsafe and clean facilityaffordable pricing ($20/month for residents)
Address
250 Civic Center Plz, Glendale Hts, IL
Phone
(630) 260-6060
Fellowship House Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Compassionate and attentive staffstrong community partnershipshelps clients regain dignity and purpose
Address
844 West 32nd Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 326-2282
Bloom Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Clean facilitycaring and attentive staffowner involvement and presence
Address
29w100 Butterfield Rd, Ste 100, Warrenville, IL
Phone
(630) 836-0200
Circles Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

caring and great staffchild learning and developmentaffordable
Address
5711 Wansford Way, Rockford, IL
Phone
(815) 226-8715
Academy 4 Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Clean facilityprofessional and empathetic staffstructured daily routines
Address
1050 W Stearns Rd, Bartlett, IL
Phone
(630) 289-7878
Abc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

multi-generational family trustcompassionate and experienced teachersstrong developmental support (e.g.
Address
2714 W Pratt Blvd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 338-1033
Creative Children'S Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

caring and family-like environmentengaging classroom activitiesclean and organized facility
Address
514 N Main St, Smithton, IL
Phone
(618) 234-8707
Guiding Hands Academy Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and compassionate staffclean and well-maintained facilityeffective bilingual education with native Spanish speakers
Address
251 W 63rd St, Westmond, IL
Phone
(630) 737-1214
Morton College Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Supportive staff and counselorsstrong academic programstransfer partnerships with universities
Address
3801 S Central Ave, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 656-8000
Lyon Cubs Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

friendly staffcozy and cute environmenthappy children
Address
4262 Joliet Ave, Lyons, IL
Phone
(708) 447-5536
Little Hands Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

cleanlinessprofessional stafffriendly and respectful environment
Address
2324 W 111th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 445-9000
Kinder Care Learning Centers 000435
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Child safety and happinessattentive and kind staffclean facility
Address
1640 Eisenhower Ln, Lisle, IL
Phone
(630) 964-1944
Rend Lake College Found. Children'S Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Gold ratedNAEYC accreditedprofessional staff
Address
468 N Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL
Phone
(618) 437-5321
Nurturing Developmental & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and compassionate staffattentive to individual child needsstrong curriculum
Address
2530 E State St, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 868-6400
Sprouts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Warm and experienced staff with early childhood degreesengaging STEAM curriculumspacious and modern facility with i
Address
350 West Ontario, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 944-6363
South-East Asia Center Broadway
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Professional and kind teachersdiverse student body and staffstrong sense of community
Address
5120 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 989-7433
St Vincent De Paul Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and loving environmentgood food and beverageswarm clothing provided
Address
2145 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 943-6776
4ever Young Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and engaged staffstructured curriculum with educational focusstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
441 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 443-7466
Freidheim Englewood Child& Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Experienced and caring staffstrong educational programschild development beyond expectations
Address
1701 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 476-6998
The Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Christian curriculumenthusiastic staffengaging Christian songs and lessons
Address
277 Hawthorne St, Glen Ellyn, IL
Phone
(630) 858-7755
Yellow Brick Road Learning Adventure
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

caring and enthusiastic staffchildren love attendingvisible developmental progress
Address
1104 East Main Street, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 997-6961
Tiny Treasures Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Staff caring and attentiveteachers know children's namespositive learning environment
Address
1267 N Cedar Rd, New Lenox, IL
Phone
(815) 462-0610
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Warm and welcoming staffsmall classes with highly trained teacherschildren are active and engaged
Address
10731 W La Porte Rd, Mokena, IL
Phone
(708) 479-5600
Governors State University Family Dev Ct
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Attentive and responsive teacherswarm and engaging staffstrong developmental progress in academic and social skills
Address
1 University Pkwy, University Pk, IL
Phone
(708) 235-7300

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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.