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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Burnham, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Burnham. Average rating: 4.08/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Burnham, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.08/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Burnham has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.08/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Burnham

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
    Nurturing Developmental & Learning Ctr
    4.23 score
    4.4(7)

    2530 E State St, Burnham, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

    Nurturing Developmental & Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the compassionate and attentive staff, particularly Director Ms. Sharon and teachers by name. Parents report their children have flourished socially and emotionally in a clean, well-organized facility with strong communication. One review raised unspecified safety concerns.

    Caring and compassionate staffattentive to individual child needsstrong curriculumclean facility
  2. 2
    Child Life Academy
    4.19 score
    4.3(9)

    14421 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 189 children

    Child Life Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the learning environment, qualified teachers, and modern facilities. However, some parents report serious concerns about infant care standards, unprofessional management, and hygiene issues.

    Welcoming and clean environmentwell-educated teachersLife Cubby daily monitoring systemmodern technology
  3. 3
    The Childrens First Learning Center
    3.56 score
    3.2(6)

    2204 E State St, Burnham, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    The Children's First Learning Center has received mixed reviews with significant safety and management concerns. While some parents praise individual teachers like Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie for quality care and learning experiences, multiple parents report serious incidents including physical punishment, inadequate supervision, and unprofessional staff conduct.

    Quality learning experiencesdedicated teachers (Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie)good care when needed

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Burnham

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Burnham (50–189 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Burnham based on parent reviews

Nurturing Developmental & Learning Ctr

4.4(7)

2530 E State St, Burnham, IL

Nurturing Developmental & Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the compassionate and attentive staff, particularly Director Ms. Sharon and teachers by name. Parents report their children have flourished socially and emotionally in a clean, well-organized facility with strong communication. One review raised unspecified safety concerns.

Caring and compassionate staffattentive to individual child needsstrong curriculum

Child Life Academy

4.3(9)

14421 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL

Child Life Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the learning environment, qualified teachers, and modern facilities. However, some parents report serious concerns about infant care standards, unprofessional management, and hygiene issues.

Welcoming and clean environmentwell-educated teachersLife Cubby daily monitoring system

Covenant Day Care Center INC

4.4(3)

14519 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL

Parents highlight long-term satisfaction, noting their children attended from infancy through early childhood without issues. Reviewers emphasize a safe, nurturing environment where staff treat children with care and patience, making families feel their kids are cared for like family.

long-term attendancesafe environmentnurturing staff

The Childrens First Learning Center

3.2(6)

2204 E State St, Burnham, IL

The Children's First Learning Center has received mixed reviews with significant safety and management concerns. While some parents praise individual teachers like Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie for quality care and learning experiences, multiple parents report serious incidents including physical punishment, inadequate supervision, and unprofessional staff conduct.

Quality learning experiencesdedicated teachers (Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie)good care when needed

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Burnham, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Burnham, Illinois. 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 Burnham have an average rating of 4.08 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.08 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Burnham, 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 Burnham

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Nurturing Developmental & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Nurturing Developmental & Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the compassionate and attentive staff, particularly Director Ms. Sharon and teachers by name. Parents report their children have flourished socially and emotionally in a clean, well-organized facility with strong communication. One review raised unspecified safety concerns.

Caring and compassionate staffattentive to individual child needsstrong curriculum
Address
2530 E State St, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 868-6400
Covenant Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight long-term satisfaction, noting their children attended from infancy through early childhood without issues. Reviewers emphasize a safe, nurturing environment where staff treat children with care and patience, making families feel their kids are cared for like family.

long-term attendancesafe environmentnurturing staff
Address
14519 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 801-9896
Child Life Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Child Life Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the learning environment, qualified teachers, and modern facilities. However, some parents report serious concerns about infant care standards, unprofessional management, and hygiene issues.

Welcoming and clean environmentwell-educated teachersLife Cubby daily monitoring system
Address
14421 S Torrence Ave, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 868-8612
The Childrens First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

The Children's First Learning Center has received mixed reviews with significant safety and management concerns. While some parents praise individual teachers like Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie for quality care and learning experiences, multiple parents report serious incidents including physical punishment, inadequate supervision, and unprofessional staff conduct.

Quality learning experiencesdedicated teachers (Ms. T and Ms. Stephanie)good care when needed
Address
2204 E State St, Burnham, IL
Phone
(708) 832-1000

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Burnham, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Burnham have an average Google rating of 4.08 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Burnham, 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
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 Burnham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Burnham 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.