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37 Child Daycare & Preschools in Aurora, Illinois

Browse all 37 child daycare & preschools in Aurora, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Aurora

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.

  1. 1

    2520 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children

    Adventures in Learning of Aurora receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience significant developmental growth, and feel safe in a nurturing environment. The director and teachers are noted for building strong relationships with families and adapting well to changing circumstances.

    Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily photos and updatesstrong child development and learning outcomes
  2. 2

    2624 Ginger Woods Pkwy, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 11 children

    Parents consistently praise Prairie View Montessori for its authentic Montessori curriculum, strong academic preparation, and individualized attention from staff. The school is noted for fostering children's independence, confidence, and love of learning, with graduates performing ahead of peers in kindergarten and beyond.

    Experienced and caring staff led by Ms. Donnasmall class sizes enabling personalized attentiontraditional Montessori curriculumstrong academic outcomes
  3. 3

    2300 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's Garden as an exceptional Montessori daycare with a loving, values-based environment. They highlight the dedication and stability of the teaching staff, many of whom have worked there for 10+ years, and report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children. The center is noted for strong communication, parent engagement, and creating a nurturing second home for children.

    Caring and patient teacherslong-term staff stabilityMontessori philosophy implementationchild growth and development
  4. 4

    758 Shoreline Dr, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Little Blossom Montessori School II in Aurora receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, confidence, independence, and social development across all age groups from infants to preschoolers. The school is noted for excellent parent communication, cleanliness, safety practices, and a warm, family-like atmosphere.

    Experienced and caring teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsMontessori approachacademic and emotional growth
  5. 5

    4105 Healthway Dr, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    Smart Beginnings Academy of Achievement in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and safe environment, strong child development and learning outcomes, and effective communication with families.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitypositive learning environmentchild growth and development
  6. 6

    1510 W Indian Trl, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

    Alphabet Academy Childcare Inc. in Aurora receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, bilingual education, and affordable pricing. Parents consistently report children are happy, eager to attend, and experience significant developmental growth including language learning and potty training success.

    Caring and nurturing staffbilingual Spanish/English instructionreasonable and affordable pricingclean facility
  7. 7

    2200 Ridge Ave, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Blessed Beginnings Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, attentive teachers, strong social and educational development, family-oriented atmosphere, and engaging activities as key strengths. The center is particularly noted for offering a 2-year-old program and successfully preparing children for kindergarten.

    Caring and dedicated teachersstrong educational and social growthfamily atmospherefamily events (field trips
  8. 8
    Aurora Montessori School
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3180 N Aurora Rd, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 155 children

    Aurora Montessori School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the authentic implementation of the Montessori approach, warm and attentive staff, and the significant developmental growth they observe in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas. The school is highlighted for its nurturing environment, strong parent communication, and sense of community.

    Authentic Montessori philosophy implementationwarm and patient teacherschild-centered approach encouraging independence and curiositywell-organized and inviting classrooms
  9. 9

    1555 Mesa Ln, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

    Parents consistently praise Smart Beginnings of Kirk and Butterfield for exceptional care, attentive and loving staff, and strong communication with families. Children show developmental progress and enjoy attending, with parents expressing confidence in the facility's safety and quality of instruction. The center is highly recommended by multiple families with children across different age groups.

    Caring and engaged teachersresponsive communication via Procare app
  10. 10

    485 N Commons Dr, Aurora, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    All About Kids receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, empathetic staff and well-rounded developmental approach. Parents highlight strong academic instruction, spacious facilities, engaging activities, and teachers who make children feel genuinely loved and safe.

    Empathetic and caring staffstrong academic curriculumspacious classrooms and large outdoor play areaenrichment activities including field trips and summer camps

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Aurora based on parent reviews

Adventures In Learning Of Aurora

5(20)

2520 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL

Adventures in Learning of Aurora receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience significant developmental growth, and feel safe in a nurturing environment. The director and teachers are noted for building strong relationships with families and adapting well to changing circumstances.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily photos and updates

Prairie View Montessori

5(20)

2624 Ginger Woods Pkwy, Aurora, IL

Parents consistently praise Prairie View Montessori for its authentic Montessori curriculum, strong academic preparation, and individualized attention from staff. The school is noted for fostering children's independence, confidence, and love of learning, with graduates performing ahead of peers in kindergarten and beyond.

Experienced and caring staff led by Ms. Donnasmall class sizes enabling personalized attentiontraditional Montessori curriculum

Montessori Childrens Garden

5(14)

2300 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL

Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's Garden as an exceptional Montessori daycare with a loving, values-based environment. They highlight the dedication and stability of the teaching staff, many of whom have worked there for 10+ years, and report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children. The center is noted for strong communication, parent engagement, and creating a nurturing second home for children.

Caring and patient teacherslong-term staff stabilityMontessori philosophy implementation

Little Blossom Montessori School II

5(13)

758 Shoreline Dr, Aurora, IL

Little Blossom Montessori School II in Aurora receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, confidence, independence, and social development across all age groups from infants to preschoolers. The school is noted for excellent parent communication, cleanliness, safety practices, and a warm, family-like atmosphere.

Experienced and caring teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsMontessori approach

Smart Beginnings Academy Of Achievement

4.9(20)

4105 Healthway Dr, Aurora, IL

Smart Beginnings Academy of Achievement in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and safe environment, strong child development and learning outcomes, and effective communication with families.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitypositive learning environment

Alphabet Academy Childcare INC.

4.9(20)

1510 W Indian Trl, Aurora, IL

Alphabet Academy Childcare Inc. in Aurora receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, bilingual education, and affordable pricing. Parents consistently report children are happy, eager to attend, and experience significant developmental growth including language learning and potty training success.

Caring and nurturing staffbilingual Spanish/English instructionreasonable and affordable pricing

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Aurora, Illinois

There are 37 child daycare & preschools in Aurora, Illinois, making up 88% of the 42 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.

When choosing a daycare in Aurora, 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 Aurora

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Adventures In Learning Of Aurora
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Adventures in Learning of Aurora receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience significant developmental growth, and feel safe in a nurturing environment. The director and teachers are noted for building strong relationships with families and adapting well to changing circumstances.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily photos and updates
Address
2520 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 499-7240
Blessed Beginnings Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Blessed Beginnings Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, attentive teachers, strong social and educational development, family-oriented atmosphere, and engaging activities as key strengths. The center is particularly noted for offering a 2-year-old program and successfully preparing children for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong educational and social growthfamily atmosphere
Address
2200 Ridge Ave, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 851-8010
Montessori Childrens Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's Garden as an exceptional Montessori daycare with a loving, values-based environment. They highlight the dedication and stability of the teaching staff, many of whom have worked there for 10+ years, and report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children. The center is noted for strong communication, parent engagement, and creating a nurturing second home for children.

Caring and patient teacherslong-term staff stabilityMontessori philosophy implementation
Address
2300 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 820-1010
Mkh Early Education Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3691 Darlene Ct, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 229-6858
New England Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
406 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 897-8731
Little Blossom Montessori School II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Blossom Montessori School II in Aurora receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, experienced teachers and nurturing Montessori environment. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, confidence, independence, and social development across all age groups from infants to preschoolers. The school is noted for excellent parent communication, cleanliness, safety practices, and a warm, family-like atmosphere.

Experienced and caring teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsMontessori approach
Address
758 Shoreline Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 375-9140
Prairie View Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Prairie View Montessori for its authentic Montessori curriculum, strong academic preparation, and individualized attention from staff. The school is noted for fostering children's independence, confidence, and love of learning, with graduates performing ahead of peers in kindergarten and beyond.

Experienced and caring staff led by Ms. Donnasmall class sizes enabling personalized attentiontraditional Montessori curriculum
Address
2624 Ginger Woods Pkwy, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 978-7786
Smart Beginnings Academy Of Achievement
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Smart Beginnings Academy of Achievement in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and safe environment, strong child development and learning outcomes, and effective communication with families.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitypositive learning environment
Address
4105 Healthway Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 898-4521
Alphabet Academy Childcare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Alphabet Academy Childcare Inc. in Aurora receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, bilingual education, and affordable pricing. Parents consistently report children are happy, eager to attend, and experience significant developmental growth including language learning and potty training success.

Caring and nurturing staffbilingual Spanish/English instructionreasonable and affordable pricing
Address
1510 W Indian Trl, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 906-9697
Galena-May Street After School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Galena-May Street After School Center is highly praised by parents for its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Reviews highlight the quality preschool program, beautiful facility, and engaged staff. The center is described as a reconciling ministries church that makes both members and newcomers feel welcome.

Welcoming environmentinclusive communitybeautiful building
Address
14 North May, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 892-4303
Tle At Aurora-Kirkland LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Smart Beginnings of Kirk and Butterfield for exceptional care, attentive and loving staff, and strong communication with families. Children show developmental progress and enjoy attending, with parents expressing confidence in the facility's safety and quality of instruction. The center is highly recommended by multiple families with children across different age groups.

Caring and engaged teachersresponsive communication via Procare app
Address
1555 Mesa Ln, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 692-0550
Aurora Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Aurora Montessori School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the authentic implementation of the Montessori approach, warm and attentive staff, and the significant developmental growth they observe in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas. The school is highlighted for its nurturing environment, strong parent communication, and sense of community.

Authentic Montessori philosophy implementationwarm and patient teacherschild-centered approach encouraging independence and curiosity
Address
3180 N Aurora Rd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 898-4346
Jugando Se Aprende INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1042 Talma St, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 978-6514
All About Kids Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

All About Kids receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, empathetic staff and well-rounded developmental approach. Parents highlight strong academic instruction, spacious facilities, engaging activities, and teachers who make children feel genuinely loved and safe.

Empathetic and caring staffstrong academic curriculumspacious classrooms and large outdoor play area
Address
485 N Commons Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 820-1760
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
Casa Dei Bambini Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Casa Dei Bambini Montessori receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the Montessori curriculum, attentive teachers, clean facilities, and children's developmental progress. Negative reviews cite serious safety and accountability concerns, including unreported incidents, lack of communication with parents, and alleged dismissive administration.

Montessori curriculumattentive and welcoming teachersclean and bright facility
Address
4393 Liberty St, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 907-7554
St Marks Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1995 W Downer Pl, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 897-6063
St Mark'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
27 S Edgelawn Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 897-6063
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
Creative World School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Creative World School for its welcoming environment, passionate teachers, and comprehensive STEAM curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and describe staff as extensions of their family. All reviewers highlight strong child development, engagement, and learning outcomes.

Welcoming atmospherecaring and passionate teachersstructured STEAM/ISTEAM curriculum
Address
701 Shoreline Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 851-4414
Little Explorers Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
325 East Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 264-6400
His Grace Christian Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

His Grace Christian Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, engaging hands-on learning activities, and nurturing faith-based environment where children are happy and thriving.

caring and invested staffwarm and welcoming environmenthands-on seasonal activities
Address
1500 N Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 271-9702
Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1144 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 851-7772
Hummingbird Lane Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Hummingbird Lane Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, strong curriculum, and warm home-like atmosphere that supports child development and learning.

Loving and caring staffstrong educational curriculum with advanced degrees in early childhood educationstructured yet nurturing environment
Address
4066 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 851-9543
Mommy And Aiden Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Parents overwhelmingly praise Mommy and Aiden Academy for its caring staff, clean environment, affordable pricing, and strong teacher-parent communication. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy attending. The facility is noted for structured activities, home-cooked meals, and pre-K curriculum preparation for kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffquick response from directoraffordable pricing
Address
333 S Lake St, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 340-3414
Rachel'S Learning Center Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9
Address
716 N Elmwood Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 264-6920
Rachels Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9
Address
835 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 859-1920
Kindercare Learning Center #300884
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for exceptional staff who provide caring, nurturing childcare with strong communication and a family-like atmosphere. The facility maintains high safety and cleanliness standards, and children thrive emotionally and educationally under the teachers' guidance. Multiple parents report multi-year enrollment and strong reluctance to leave, viewing the center as a second home.

Caring and invested teachersexcellent dai
Address
745 Long Grove Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 820-0220
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Aurora receives unanimously positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, well-prepared for kindergarten, and develop academically and socially. Multiple families extended their enrollment for several years and expressed sadness upon leaving.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic curriculum including Spanish and sign language instructionclean facilities
Address
949 Waterford Dr, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 898-8411
Hometown Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools

Hometown Child Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise caring teachers and good communication, while negative reviews from community observers raise serious concerns about inadequate supervision, children left unattended in swings, unsupervised playground time, and unprofessional staff behavior. One former employee reported poor treatment of workers and harsh discipline of children.

caring and attentive teachersgood communication with parents about chi
Address
1679 Town Center St, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 898-4663

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Frequently asked questions

There are 37 child daycare & preschools daycares in Aurora, Illinois, out of 42 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Aurora, 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
Aurora offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 37 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Aurora for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Aurora 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.