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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Barrington, IL

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Barrington. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Barrington, Illinois at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Barrington has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60010 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Barrington

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
    Salem Methodist Preschool
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    115 W Lincoln Ave, Barrington, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children

    Salem Methodist Preschool in Barrington receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, individualized attention to each child, and balanced curriculum that combines academics with play-based learning.

    Warm and caring staffflexible drop-off and extended care optionsindividualized learning experiencessafe and nurturing environment
  2. 2
    Creative Learning Montessori School
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    1410 S Barrington Road, Barrington, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

    Creative Learning Montessori School has mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families and current parents highlighting caring staff and positive child development, but serious concerns raised about academic preparedness, documentation of behavioral issues, and unresponsive communication from administration.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong family bonds and communitygood value for tuitionpositive long-term child development outcomes

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Barrington

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Barrington, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Barrington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
600106
4.53
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Barrington (67–142 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Barrington based on parent reviews

Salem Methodist Preschool

5(13)

115 W Lincoln Ave, Barrington, IL

Salem Methodist Preschool in Barrington receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, individualized attention to each child, and balanced curriculum that combines academics with play-based learning.

Warm and caring staffflexible drop-off and extended care optionsindividualized learning experiences

Creative Learning Montessori School

4.1(5)

1410 S Barrington Road, Barrington, IL

Creative Learning Montessori School has mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families and current parents highlighting caring staff and positive child development, but serious concerns raised about academic preparedness, documentation of behavioral issues, and unresponsive communication from administration.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong family bonds and communitygood value for tuition

Atonement Christian Day School

4(1)

909 E Main St, Barrington, IL

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Daycare types in Barrington

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 3✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Barrington, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Barrington, Illinois, making up 83% of the 6 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 Barrington have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Barrington, 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 Barrington

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Salem Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Salem Methodist Preschool in Barrington receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the school's flexible scheduling, individualized attention to each child, and balanced curriculum that combines academics with play-based learning.

Warm and caring staffflexible drop-off and extended care optionsindividualized learning experiences
Address
115 W Lincoln Ave, Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 381-0536
Creative Learning Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Creative Learning Montessori School has mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families and current parents highlighting caring staff and positive child development, but serious concerns raised about academic preparedness, documentation of behavioral issues, and unresponsive communication from administration.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong family bonds and communitygood value for tuition
Address
1410 S Barrington Road, Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 382-2812
Atonement Christian Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
909 E Main St, Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 382-6360
Barrington Community Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
560 Carl Avenue, Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 381-0272
Little Angels Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
647 Dundee Ave, Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 381-5490

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Barrington, Illinois, out of 6 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 Barrington have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Barrington, 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
Barrington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Barrington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Barrington 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.