Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chatham, IL
Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Chatham. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Chatham, Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 3
- Avg rating
- 4.37/5
- Parent reviews
- 15
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 2
Chatham offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.37/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chatham
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.
- 1St. Joseph'S Pre-School4.4 score4.6(10)
700 East Spruce, Chatham, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
St. Joseph's Pre-School is highly regarded by parents as part of a welcoming Catholic parish community. Parents praise the preschool program, particularly teacher Mrs. Conlin, and appreciate the enriching religious environment combined with engaging activities for children.
welcoming communitykind and friendly staffexcellent teacher (Mrs. Conlin)enriching faith-based curriculum
Rating Distribution
Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Chatham
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Chatham (20–214 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
0
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Chatham based on parent reviews
St. Joseph'S Pre-School
700 East Spruce, Chatham, IL
St. Joseph's Pre-School is highly regarded by parents as part of a welcoming Catholic parish community. Parents praise the preschool program, particularly teacher Mrs. Conlin, and appreciate the enriching religious environment combined with engaging activities for children.
Bright Beginnings Child Care & Dev Ctr
124 East Plummer Blvd, Chatham, IL
Parents highlight the staff's attentiveness to individual needs, such as managing thumb-sucking habits and helping children through separation anxiety, while noting the facility is welcoming and clean. Reviewers appreciate the staff's adherence to parental instructions and their strict safety protocols for child pickup.
Pleasant Park Child Dvlpmnt Cntr
955 Gordon Dr, Chatham, IL
One parent describes a highly positive experience with caring staff and a smooth transition for their children, while another former employee and parent reports severe safety violations, including physical abuse, neglect, and administrative dishonesty. The contrasting feedback highlights either exceptional care or critical regulatory failures depending on the perspective shared.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chatham, Illinois
There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Chatham, 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 Chatham have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.37 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Chatham, 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 Chatham
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Parents highlight the staff's attentiveness to individual needs, such as managing thumb-sucking habits and helping children through separation anxiety, while noting the facility is welcoming and clean. Reviewers appreciate the staff's adherence to parental instructions and their strict safety protocols for child pickup.
- Address
- 124 East Plummer Blvd, Chatham, IL
- Phone
- (217) 483-6833
St. Joseph's Pre-School is highly regarded by parents as part of a welcoming Catholic parish community. Parents praise the preschool program, particularly teacher Mrs. Conlin, and appreciate the enriching religious environment combined with engaging activities for children.
- Address
- 700 East Spruce, Chatham, IL
- Phone
- (217) 483-3772
One parent describes a highly positive experience with caring staff and a smooth transition for their children, while another former employee and parent reports severe safety violations, including physical abuse, neglect, and administrative dishonesty. The contrasting feedback highlights either exceptional care or critical regulatory failures depending on the perspective shared.
- Address
- 955 Gordon Dr, Chatham, IL
- Phone
- (217) 483-1010
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Frequently asked questions
- 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