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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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Little Hands Child Creative Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
7146 S Ashland Ave, # 48, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 471-0662
Bataan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise this facility as a clean, safe, and well-maintained park with modern playground equipment and amenities for families. Parents appreciate the variety of play features, ample seating, open space for children to run, and additional fitness equipment for adults. The facility offers recreational opportunities for multiple age groups and recently underwent upgrades.

Clean facilityample parkingsafe and friendly environment
Address
1220 N 9th Ave, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 681-6363
Bulger Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Bulger Park, not Bulger Preschool daycare. The reviews praise the park's extensive facilities and cleanliness, making it a popular venue for family events and gatherings.

Large playgroundspray padopen field
Address
1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 731-5290
Happy Days-Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8455 W 79th St, Justice, IL
Phone
(708) 496-0950
Montessori Children'S Place INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Montessori Children's Place receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, and nurturing environment. The director Funmi is frequently highlighted as exceptional. One negative review alleges sanitary and organizational issues, contrasting sharply with other parents' experiences.

caring and attentive staffwarm and nurturing environmentclean facility
Address
1130 N Maple Ave, La Grange Pk, IL
Phone
(708) 469-7487
Little Inspirations
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Inspirations is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Chicago with consistent 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, knowledgeable staff who know children by name, the structured curriculum with detailed lesson plans, nutritious on-site meals, and supportive transition process for new families. The facility is described as clean, safe, and providing excellent communication with parents.

Warm and caring staffStrong curriculum and lesson plansOn-site chef preparing nutritious meals
Address
5480 S Kenwood Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 817-1274
Covenant Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
14519 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 801-9896
Busy Bees Learning School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Busy Bees Learning School receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, strong academic preparation, and engaging activities across infant through after-school programs. The daycare has successfully supported children's development and school readiness over multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm nurturing environmentexcellent parent communication
Address
321 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 837-3511
Something To Build Upon INC
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Something to Build Upon is a highly-rated before and after school program with consistently positive feedback from parents. The program offers homework help, enrichment activities, field trips, and summer camps with engaging instruction. One parent reported poor communication and unresponsiveness when trying to enroll in early care services.

Excellent staff and director (Ms. Christina)personalized attentiondiverse enrichment activities (violin
Address
8801 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 240-1907
Michelle'S Place Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Michelle's Place Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and cleanliness of the facility. Parents express strong trust in the center's ability to provide quality care and a welcoming environment where children thrive and feel loved.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffcaring and involved owner
Address
1280 Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia, IL
Phone
(618) 337-2273
Tinee Treasures LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tinee Treasures for providing loving, attentive care in a clean, family-like environment. Children show measurable developmental progress and express genuine enthusiasm about attending. Staff are described as dedicated, communicative, and going above and beyond their responsibilities.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learningdaily communication with parents
Address
5601 Old Collinsville Rd, Fairview Hts, IL
Phone
(618) 607-0123
Hakuna Matata Kid Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2 Westwood Dr, Steeleville, IL
Phone
(618) 965-4114
The Young Scholars Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Young Scholars Child Care Center in Island Lake receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum balancing academics and creative play, and nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally and socially. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, genuine care from directors and teachers, and smooth transitions to preschool and kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffopen communication with parentscreative and engaging curriculum
Address
501 Kora Ln, Island Lake, IL
Phone
(847) 487-0300
House Of Children INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

House of Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, strong parent communication, and engaging activities. The facility offers programs from infancy through pre-K, plus summer camp and field trips. One parent raised concerns about COVID-19 protocol compliance.

Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationengaging curriculum and activities
Address
2521 Harding Ln, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 337-4663
Mchenry Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

McHenry Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental support across all age groups. Parents highlight the warm environment, individual attention, and successful milestone achievements. One reviewer questioned the school's Montessori credentials.

Caring and responsive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong developmental support
Address
5213 W Elm St, Mchenry, IL
Phone
(815) 344-1015
Primrose School Of Algonquin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Primrose School of Algonquin receives consistently outstanding reviews from parents who praise the caring, educated staff, strong curriculum, and safe, clean facility. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress across all age groups from infants to pre-K. Leadership and staff are described as responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in each child's wellbeing and growth.

Loving and nurturing teacherseduca
Address
2300 County Line Rd, Algonquin, IL
Phone
(224) 333-0380
Macon Resources INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility receives consistently high ratings from reviewers who praise the caring staff and community contributions. Reviewers highlight the organization's helpful approach and engaging programs, with clients reportedly very enthusiastic about their experience.

caring and friendly staffcommunity involvementhelpful services
Address
1811 S Taylor Rd, Decatur, IL
Phone
(217) 330-6454
Coop Ns 1st Church-Lombard
Church Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise the church facility and community atmosphere rather than daycare services specifically. Parents highlight the welcoming, inclusive environment and active community involvement including worship services, events, and outreach activities.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityhandicap accessible
Address
220 South Main Street, Lombard, IL
Phone
(630) 629-2630
First United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, engaged pastors (Claude and Anna), and programs like the free angel choir for young children. Most reviewers highlight the friendly atmosphere and relevant spiritual messages. One negative review criticized the P.A.D.S. food service wait times, and another expressed doctrinal disagreement.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Claude and Pastor Annafree angel choir program starting at age 3
Address
1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL
Phone
(630) 968-7120
Mfs-Jefferson -Preschool Expansion
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

MFS-Jefferson Preschool Expansion receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and phenomenal staff, student growth, and supportive services including IEP programs. One parent expressed frustration with staff inattention to a child's costume during a school parade and concerns about the child being outside inadequately dressed.

Caring and loving staffstudent growth and developmenthelpful teachers and therapists
Address
130 N Hazelton Ave, Wheaton, IL
Phone
(630) 784-4849
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Aurora for excellent staff care, safety, and child development. The center is noted for its curriculum, video monitoring, communication with parents, and ability to work with children of varying needs including those on the spectrum. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years with high satisfaction.

Caring and patient staffvideo surveillance/camera accesscurriculum quality
Address
301 Asbury Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 236-8511
World Of Children Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

World of Children Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise Director Mirtha Craff's knowledge, compassion, and Montessori expertise, along with notable developmental progress in children. However, one parent reported a negative experience involving their child with speech delays, citing lack of positive feedback and issues with behavior management.

Director Mirtha Craff's kindness and constructive approachMontessori methodology effectivenesschildren's developmental progress (self-sufficiency
Address
1831 Wehrli Rd, Naperville, IL
Phone
(815) 212-0376
Land Of Learning Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Land of Learning receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean environment, and strong curriculum. However, one parent had a negative experience with poor communication regarding enrollment delays and lack of accountability.

Friendly and helpful staffclean environmentexcellent curriculum for infants and early childhood education
Address
1645 Bethany Rd, Sycamore, IL
Phone
(815) 899-8991
Magic Island INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Magic Island Inc. is a highly-rated Russian-speaking daycare in Buffalo Grove where all 10 recent reviews gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, healthy homemade meals, well-organized educational activities, and clean facilities. The bilingual/trilingual learning environment and extracurricular programs are particularly valued.

Caring and qualified staffhomemade healthy mealsbilingual/trilingual education (Russian and English)
Address
1141 N Arlington Heights Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 947-7554
Maple Tree Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Maple Tree Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and child development outcomes. One parent reported a negative experience citing cold teachers and additional material fees. The vast majority of reviewers express strong satisfaction with the facility and would recommend it.

Montessori method implementationcaring and communicative teacherschild development across social/emotional/intellectual domains
Address
3331 Hobson Rd, Ste B, Woodridge, IL
Phone
(630) 699-8733
El Valor Carlos H Cantu Child & Fam Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

El Valor Carlos H Cantu Child & Family Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the committed and patient teachers, quality education, and caring environment. One parent reported negative experiences with staff empathy and administrative inflexibility regarding medication protocols.

Patient and supportive teacherscommitted staffquality education
Address
2434 S Kildare Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 242-2700
Purple Moose Enrichment Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3419 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL
Phone
(815) 459-7299
Carrousel...Center For Small Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Carrousel Center for Small Children (also referred to as Michelle's Place) for its cleanliness, caring staff, and professional care. Multiple reviewers highlight the owner Michelle's involvement and the welcoming, well-organized environment. Many families have multi-generational loyalty to the center.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffcaring and involved owner
Address
2057 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL
Phone
(618) 876-8687
Grace'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Grace's Place is highly praised by parents for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident their kids are in good hands. The facility is noted for its teaching, communication, and affordable rates.

Caring and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
1904 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL
Phone
(630) 717-7979
The Shorewood Early Learning Dcc INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Shorewood Early Learning DCC Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and report strong satisfaction.

warm and nurturing staffclean and safe facilityexcellent communication
Address
651 Deerwood Dr, Shorewood, IL
Phone
(815) 725-7878

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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.