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11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Belleville, Illinois

Browse all 11 child daycare & preschools in Belleville, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Belleville

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
    Learning Journey
    4.54 score
    4.7(17)

    225 S High St, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

    Learning Journey receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and a family-like environment that helps children thrive academically and emotionally.

    caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication via multiple channelsengaging activities and curriculumclean facilities
  2. 2
    Toddle Town INC.
    4.52 score
    4.7(14)

    208 South Jackson, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children

    Toddle Town Inc. receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and home-like atmosphere. Parents highlight smooth transitions between classrooms, strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and a curriculum that feels more like a school than traditional daycare. Many families have enrolled multiple children and some have remained loyal for over 20 years.

    Caring and compassionate staffsmooth room transitionshome-like feelsmall class sizes
  3. 3

    155 Lincoln Place Ct, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Leaps and Bounds Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, clean and well-maintained facilities, and strong communication through their app system. Multiple families report feeling at ease leaving their children and highlight the center's commitment to learning activities, outdoor space, and individual child development. All reviewers who left did so due to relocation or children starting school, not dissatisfaction.

    Caring and loving staffclean facilityhot meals providedregular communication and photo updates via app
  4. 4

    725 E Main St, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children

    Jack & Jill has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's professionalism, communication, and engagement with children across multiple generations of families. However, multiple negative reviews report serious safety and neglect concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and unresponsive management.

    Professional and well-organized staffgood communication with parentscaring teacherspre-K and infant care at same location
  5. 5

    727 N 17th St, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    The Tree Hut Child Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for staff compassion and curriculum quality, but significant concerns about management decisions and behavioral issue handling. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of teachers and positive child development, though some report children were dismissed without warning due to behavior management challenges.

    Caring and compassionate teachersfull curriculumfocus on diversityextended hours until 6pm
  6. 6
    My Little School
    2.72 score
    2.4(20)

    423 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

    My Little School in Belleville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, daily communication via app, and safe nurturing environment. One parent had concerns about contract terms and billing practices regarding notice periods.

    Caring and attentive staffdaily app updates with photos and meal/nap informationclean and bright facilityin-h

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Belleville based on parent reviews

Learning Journey

4.7(17)

225 S High St, Belleville, IL

Learning Journey receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and a family-like environment that helps children thrive academically and emotionally.

caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication via multiple channelsengaging activities and curriculum

Toddle Town INC.

4.7(14)

208 South Jackson, Belleville, IL

Toddle Town Inc. receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and home-like atmosphere. Parents highlight smooth transitions between classrooms, strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and a curriculum that feels more like a school than traditional daycare. Many families have enrolled multiple children and some have remained loyal for over 20 years.

Caring and compassionate staffsmooth room transitionshome-like feel

St. Henry Creative Learning Center

5(4)

5303 W Main St, Belleville, IL

Shonda'S Precious Palace Academy

5(2)

2511 Eastview Dr, Belleville, IL

Leaps And Bounds Learning Ctr LLC

4.2(20)

155 Lincoln Place Ct, Belleville, IL

Parents consistently praise Leaps and Bounds Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, clean and well-maintained facilities, and strong communication through their app system. Multiple families report feeling at ease leaving their children and highlight the center's commitment to learning activities, outdoor space, and individual child development. All reviewers who left did so due to relocation or children starting school, not dissatisfaction.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityhot meals provided

Our Tomorrow INC

3(2)

24 S 52nd St, Belleville, IL

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Belleville, Illinois

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Belleville, Illinois, making up 92% of the 12 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 Belleville, 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 Belleville

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St. Henry Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5303 W Main St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-6061
Shonda'S Precious Palace Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2511 Eastview Dr, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 236-2511
Toddle Town INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Toddle Town Inc. receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and home-like atmosphere. Parents highlight smooth transitions between classrooms, strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and a curriculum that feels more like a school than traditional daycare. Many families have enrolled multiple children and some have remained loyal for over 20 years.

Caring and compassionate staffsmooth room transitionshome-like feel
Address
208 South Jackson, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-3832
Learning Journey
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learning Journey receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and a family-like environment that helps children thrive academically and emotionally.

caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication via multiple channelsengaging activities and curriculum
Address
225 S High St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 355-5875
Leaps And Bounds Learning Ctr LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Leaps and Bounds Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, clean and well-maintained facilities, and strong communication through their app system. Multiple families report feeling at ease leaving their children and highlight the center's commitment to learning activities, outdoor space, and individual child development. All reviewers who left did so due to relocation or children starting school, not dissatisfaction.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityhot meals provided
Address
155 Lincoln Place Ct, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-5327
Jack & Jill Day Care & Chld Dev Ctn. INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Jack & Jill has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's professionalism, communication, and engagement with children across multiple generations of families. However, multiple negative reviews report serious safety and neglect concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and unresponsive management.

Professional and well-organized staffgood communication with parentscaring teachers
Address
725 E Main St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-6930
The Tree Hut Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

The Tree Hut Child Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for staff compassion and curriculum quality, but significant concerns about management decisions and behavioral issue handling. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of teachers and positive child development, though some report children were dismissed without warning due to behavior management challenges.

Caring and compassionate teachersfull curriculumfocus on diversity
Address
727 N 17th St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-2560
Our Tomorrow INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
24 S 52nd St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 277-3000
My Little School
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.4

My Little School in Belleville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, daily communication via app, and safe nurturing environment. One parent had concerns about contract terms and billing practices regarding notice periods.

Caring and attentive staffdaily app updates with photos and meal/nap informationclean and bright facility
Address
423 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 222-2223
Smart Start Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5805 N Belt W, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 222-6870
La Petite Academy-Belleville
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy-Belleville receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine investment in child development, strong communication through daily updates and live classroom streaming, and clean, organized facilities. Multiple families report their children thriving socially, emotionally, and academically at this location.

Caring and attentive staff
Address
2390 Lebanon Avenue, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 233-2526

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Belleville, Illinois, out of 12 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 Belleville, 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
Belleville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Belleville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Belleville 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.