
Browse all 37 child daycare & preschools in Aurora, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Highest rated daycares in Aurora based on parent reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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