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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington Heights, IL

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Arlington Heights. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Arlington Heights, Illinois at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Arlington Heights has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 5/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arlington Heights

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Village Preschool
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    308 North Evergreen, Arlington Heights, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    Village Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the school's engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, strong music program, and welcoming environment where children develop a genuine love of learning.

    Warm and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumhands-on learning stationsexperienced staff with long tenure

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Arlington Heights

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Arlington Heights, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Arlington Heights (70–114 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Arlington Heights based on parent reviews

Village Preschool

5(11)

308 North Evergreen, Arlington Heights, IL

Village Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the school's engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, strong music program, and welcoming environment where children develop a genuine love of learning.

Warm and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumhands-on learning stations

Northwest Suburban Montessori School

5(2)

800 North Fernandez, Arlington Heights, IL

Reviewers highlight the school's Montessori approach, noting its focus on simplicity, discipline, and holistic personality development. Parents appreciate the joyful environment, spacious classrooms, and multi-age settings that foster leadership and compassion.

Montessori curriculummental growthpersonality development

Shepherds Flock

5(1)

800 West Oakton Street, Arlington Heights, IL

One parent highlights that the program successfully prepared their child for kindergarten, noting the wonderful teachers and well-cared-for children. The review also emphasizes the value of the intergenerational programming offered at the center.

strong kindergarten preparationwonderful teachersgood care

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Daycare types in Arlington Heights

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington Heights, Illinois

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Arlington Heights, Illinois, making up 75% of the 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Arlington Heights have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Arlington Heights, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington Heights

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Shepherds Flock
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights that the program successfully prepared their child for kindergarten, noting the wonderful teachers and well-cared-for children. The review also emphasizes the value of the intergenerational programming offered at the center.

strong kindergarten preparationwonderful teachersgood care
Address
800 West Oakton Street, Arlington Heights, IL
Phone
(847) 368-7391
Village Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Village Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the school's engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, strong music program, and welcoming environment where children develop a genuine love of learning.

Warm and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumhands-on learning stations
Address
308 North Evergreen, Arlington Heights, IL
Phone
(847) 255-4319
Northwest Suburban Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the school's Montessori approach, noting its focus on simplicity, discipline, and holistic personality development. Parents appreciate the joyful environment, spacious classrooms, and multi-age settings that foster leadership and compassion.

Montessori curriculummental growthpersonality development
Address
800 North Fernandez, Arlington Heights, IL
Phone
(847) 259-6044

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arlington Heights, Illinois, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Arlington Heights have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Arlington Heights, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Illinois's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Illinois)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Arlington Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Illinois typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Arlington Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Arlington Heights must be licensed by Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.