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5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Charleston, Illinois

Browse all 5 child daycare & preschools in Charleston, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charleston

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
    Cornerstone Christian Academy
    3.75 score
    3.5(5)

    661 Castle Dr, # B, Charleston, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 173 children

    Cornerstone Christian Academy receives mixed reviews with significant safety concerns. Positive reviews praise the staff's warmth, educational curriculum including Bible, sign language and Spanish, and child development. However, multiple recent reviews document serious incidents involving bullying, physical injuries, inadequate teacher response, and alleged failures to report and address abuse.

    Loving and friendly staffcomprehensive curriculum (Biblesign languageSpanish)
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    Stepping Stones Children'S Center
    3.6 score
    3.2(5)

    240 Decker Springs Rd, Charleston, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

    Stepping Stones Children's Center has highly polarized reviews. While one long-term parent reports their child loves attending, multiple recent reviews cite serious concerns about director professionalism, facility cleanliness, inadequate staffing, and poor handling of behavioral issues. One reviewer alleges past physical mistreatment by staff.

    Teaching staff described as caring and loving toward childrenLong-term parent satisfaction

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Charleston based on parent reviews

Immanuel Lutheran Early Childhood Center

5

902 Cleveland Ave, Charleston, IL

Cornerstone Christian Academy

3.5(5)

661 Castle Dr, # B, Charleston, IL

Cornerstone Christian Academy receives mixed reviews with significant safety concerns. Positive reviews praise the staff's warmth, educational curriculum including Bible, sign language and Spanish, and child development. However, multiple recent reviews document serious incidents involving bullying, physical injuries, inadequate teacher response, and alleged failures to report and address abuse.

Loving and friendly staffcomprehensive curriculum (Biblesign language

Stepping Stones Children'S Center

3.2(5)

240 Decker Springs Rd, Charleston, IL

Stepping Stones Children's Center has highly polarized reviews. While one long-term parent reports their child loves attending, multiple recent reviews cite serious concerns about director professionalism, facility cleanliness, inadequate staffing, and poor handling of behavioral issues. One reviewer alleges past physical mistreatment by staff.

Teaching staff described as caring and loving toward childrenLong-term parent satisfaction

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Daycare types in Charleston

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Charleston, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Charleston, 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.

When choosing a daycare in Charleston, 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 Charleston

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Immanuel Lutheran Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
902 Cleveland Ave, Charleston, IL
Phone
(217) 345-3042
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Cornerstone Christian Academy receives mixed reviews with significant safety concerns. Positive reviews praise the staff's warmth, educational curriculum including Bible, sign language and Spanish, and child development. However, multiple recent reviews document serious incidents involving bullying, physical injuries, inadequate teacher response, and alleged failures to report and address abuse.

Loving and friendly staffcomprehensive curriculum (Biblesign language
Address
661 Castle Dr, # B, Charleston, IL
Phone
(217) 345-4283
Stepping Stones Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Stepping Stones Children's Center has highly polarized reviews. While one long-term parent reports their child loves attending, multiple recent reviews cite serious concerns about director professionalism, facility cleanliness, inadequate staffing, and poor handling of behavioral issues. One reviewer alleges past physical mistreatment by staff.

Teaching staff described as caring and loving toward childrenLong-term parent satisfaction
Address
240 Decker Springs Rd, Charleston, IL
Phone
(217) 348-1228
Charleston Community Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2206 4th St, Charleston, IL
Phone
(217) 345-3111
Family & Consumer Sciences Child Dev Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
600 Lincoln Ave, # Buzzard, Charleston, IL
Phone
(217) 581-7917

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Charleston, Illinois, out of 6 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 Charleston, 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
Charleston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Charleston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charleston 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.