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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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Logan Street Day Care And Pres
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
601 South 21st Street, Mt. Vernon, IL
Phone
(618) 244-4102
Aurora Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Aurora Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming staff, clean facilities, organized programs, and affordable pricing. The center is noted for accommodating children with special needs and supporting families through various life circumstances. One parent reported concerns about communication and child supervision.

friendly and well-trained staffclean facility with age-appropriate classroomsaffordable prices compared to competitors
Address
525 College Ave, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 256-7700
Learning Connections Of Bartonville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7203 S Adams St, Bartonville, IL
Phone
(309) 697-4357
University For Kids Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise University for Kids Learning Academy for providing a safe, clean, and nurturing environment with caring, professional staff. Multiple reviewers report their children have made significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. The center is commended for strong communication with parents and engaging educational activities.

Professional and caring staffclean facilitydevelopmental progress and learning outcomes
Address
2420 Lincoln Hwy, Olympia Flds, IL
Phone
(708) 748-4208
All Aboard Learning Express INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All Aboard Learning Express is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff with low turnover. Parents consistently highlight strong child development outcomes, excellent communication through their app, and a well-organized, secure facility. The center offers affordable tuition compared to other Chicago area daycares and provides meals while fostering both academic learning and creativity.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong academics and developmental progresslow staff turnover
Address
4008 West Rosemont, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 202-0554
Baby Toddler Nursery Inf.Welf. Soc.-Ev.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2200 Main St, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 491-9650
4-Kids Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

4-Kids Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising dedicated teachers, educational programming, and quality care for infants through school-age children. However, some parents report significant concerns about management, communication, and operational practices.

Caring and knowledgeable teachersstrong educational curriculum aligned with local schoolsinfant-to-school-age programs including KEP kindergarten prep
Address
61 Center St, Grayslake, IL
Phone
(847) 548-4386
Granny Betty'S Day Care & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Granny Betty's Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the passionate staff, excellent communication, clean environment, and developmental progress their children make. However, some parents report serious concerns about cleanliness, unfriendly staff, disorganization, and inadequate facilities.

passionate and respectful staffexcellent parent communicationclean facility
Address
4200 Il Route 173, Zion, IL
Phone
(224) 789-5450
Columbia Kinder College New Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Columbia Kinder College New Beginnings receives highly polarized reviews. Four parents praise the curriculum, caring staff, and structured environment, while two parents report serious safety concerns including frequent illnesses, inadequate supervision, a child's broken femur, and unresponsive management.

Strong curriculum and kindergarten prep structurecaring and welcoming staffhelpful administration
Address
1550 N Main St, Ste B, Columbia, IL
Phone
(618) 281-4769
I Have A Dream Learning Dcc II INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise I Have A Dream Learning DCC II for its clean, well-maintained facility, patient and caring staff, and positive learning environment. Director Dana receives specific commendation. One parent had difficulty reaching the center by phone.

Clean and tidy facilitypatient and caring staffhappy children
Address
1741 49 W 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 966-5229
Tippy Tot Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tippy Tot Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, show measurable progress, and feel genuinely loved by caregivers. The center is noted for strong parent communication, flexible scheduling, educational field trips, and staff who go above and beyond in their dedication.

Loving and caring staffclean facilityflexible scheduling
Address
9135 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 629-6455
Gifted Children Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Gifted Children Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising its safe environment, educational quality, and friendly staff. However, two recent negative reviews cite unprofessional and rude behavior from staff during initial inquiries, creating an unwelcoming first impression for prospective parents.

Safe and clean facilitystrong academic focus on reading and writingfriendly teachers
Address
1522 W Howard St, #24, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 608-0343
Eastside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Eastside Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and experienced staff, engaging activities, and strong kindergarten preparation. The facility is noted for responsive communication, child safety, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend.

Caring and attentive staffengaging summer activitiesreliable school transportation
Address
13338 S Brandon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 646-2223
Diversey Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Diversey Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff. Parents highlight significant child development and learning progress, bilingual education, small class sizes, and affordable pricing with administrative support for payment assistance programs.

Attentive and patient staffdocumented child milestones and developmentbilingual curriculum (English and Spanish)
Address
5859 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 420-1514
El Ruisenor Azul Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

El Ruisenor Azul Academy is a bilingual, outdoor play-focused daycare in Chicago with mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism and family-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported unprofessional handling of their active child and a fall incident. Most reviewers highlight the theme-based curriculum, bilingual education, and helpful director.

Family-like atmosphereprofessional and caring staffbilingual/Spanish instruction
Address
7008 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 654-3284
Wonder Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5636 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 509-1296
Extreme Day Care 123 Loft
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1444 S Cicero Ave, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 477-6910
Tiny Tots Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tiny Tots Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 4-5 stars. Parents commend the caring and professional staff, clean facility, educational activities, extended hours, and attentive communication. Multiple parents noted significant improvements in their children's development and comfort levels.

Caring and professional staffclean facilityextended operating hours until 8pm
Address
2409 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 359-4650
Kenyatta'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kenyatta's Day Care for its loving, family-oriented environment and effective educational approach. Children show notable developmental progress in language, learning, and social skills. The center is recognized for stable staffing, regular parent communication, and personalized daily reports.

Caring and attentive staffchild developmental progresslow staff turnover
Address
2334 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-3777
First Step Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

First Step Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care, patience, and dedication of staff members, particularly Ms. Kim, Ms. Erin, Ms. Brie, and Director Ms. Kemena, who create a warm, nurturing environment where children develop academically and socially.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong child development outcomes
Address
22025 Governs Hwy, Richton Park, IL
Phone
(708) 747-3000
Precious Heart Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2301 W Roosevelt Rd, Broadview, IL
Phone
(708) 450-9783
Jones Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4344 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 536-3257
Kids Kingdom Academy INC
Church Daycare
4.2

Kids Kingdom Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, cleanliness, and welcoming environment. However, two serious complaints allege inadequate safety supervision resulting in injuries and failure to communicate incidents to parents, including infections requiring emergency care.

Friendly and professional staffclean facilitywelcoming environment
Address
5940 W Division St, # 46, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 473-4600
Vocel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

VOCEL appears to be a support organization for new and young mothers rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the comprehensive services provided, including housing assistance, job training, educational support, and baby supplies, along with a clean and welcoming facility.

Comprehensive support services for new mothersjob and education assistancefree baby supplies and diapers
Address
5317 W Chicago Ave, Fl 1st, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 887-3736
Together Wee Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Together Wee Grow receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff care, child development, and nurturing environment. Nine of ten reviews give 5-star ratings, with parents praising the staff's dedication and their children's happiness. One parent reported a negative phone experience with staff being unhelpful and rude during an initial inquiry call.

Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong educational foundation
Address
4932 Benchmark Centre Dr, Swansea, IL
Phone
(618) 624-8000
Discovery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Discovery School in O'Fallon receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents. Reviews highlight the quality of care, nutritious meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and gaining independence.

Nutritious and tasty mealscaring and compassionate teachersstrong staff quality
Address
810 Oberneufemann, O'Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 632-3670
Kiddie Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kiddie Scholars receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, and developmental programs. However, two parents reported serious concerns including child injuries, inadequate communication about incidents, lack of educational curriculum, and inappropriate discipline.

Welcoming and caring staffclean facilityengaging activities
Address
20915 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL
Phone
(708) 481-7190
Kids Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kids Academy LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the clean environment, caring staff, and educational quality. However, one parent reported a negative experience with the director and owner, describing them as rude and confrontational. The facility has been operating since 2011 and serves families with children from infancy through preschool age.

Clean environmentcaring and loving staffhands-on director
Address
2547 W Lithuanian Plaza Ct, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 434-1919
Lakefront Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lakefront Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its comprehensive academic curriculum, experienced staff, and nurturing community environment. Parents highlight strong preparation for kindergarten and selective schools, with children developing advanced literacy, math, social, and emotional skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and enrichment programs like piano lessons and language instruction.

Experienced owner and long-tenured staffstrong academic preparationsmall class sizes
Address
400 E Randolph St, Fl 6b, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 819-1760
Living Witness Learning Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Living Witness Learning Daycare Center receives predominantly positive reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, learning environment, and socialization opportunities for children ages 2-12. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness and school preparation focus. Two negative reviews mention bad experiences but provide no details.

Experienced and caring staffexceptional leadershipclean facility
Address
4159 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 427-1011

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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.