Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chicago, IL
Compare 728 child daycare & preschools in Chicago. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Chicago, Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 728
- Avg rating
- 4.3/5
- Parent reviews
- 6,073
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 297
Chicago has 728 licensed child daycare & preschools with 6,073 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.297 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 51% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 60642 (avg 4.88 stars), while 60618 has the largest selection (27 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chicago
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.
- 1Caterpillar Care Corporation4.8 score5(20)
1001 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste C100, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children
Caterpillar Care Corporation receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, compassionate staff and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent daily communication through the Brightwheel app with frequent photo updates, and note their children showed enthusiasm for attending and made strong developmental progress. Families express deep gratitude for the quality care and peace of mind the center provided.
Attentive and compassionate stafffrequent photo and text updates via Brightwheel appengaging curriculum with sensory activities and arts and craftsoutdoor play time - 2Park West Cooperative Nursery School4.8 score5(20)
2335 North Orchard, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Park West Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Chicago's Lincoln Park area with a strong cooperative community model where parents are actively involved. Parents consistently praise the experienced, compassionate teachers who prioritize individualized child development, meaningful relationships, and social-emotional learning. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.
Warmnurturing environmentexperienced and knowledgeable teachersplay-based curriculum - 3The Little Scholars Club Co.4.8 score5(20)
5752 S Pulaski Rd, # 54, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
The Little Scholars Club receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly the three Herrera sisters), and significant child development across academic, social, and emotional areas. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication via daily app updates, a warm family-like atmosphere, and teachers who go above and beyond. Multiple long-term families credit the center with providing strong foundational s
- 4Promiseland Learning Center4.8 score5(20)
6203 W Montrose Ave, # 05, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Promiseland Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the center for strong academic instruction, emotional development support, clean facilities, and dedicated staff led by director Astrid. Children show significant growth in academics, social skills, and language development.
Strong academic curriculum with structured learningskilled instruction in letters/numbers/writingemotional support for separation anxietysocialization and friendship building - 5Concordia Day4.8 score5(20)
4809 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children
Concordia Day in Chicago receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and developmental support across all age groups from infants through preschool. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, individualized attention to children, and the school's mission-driven approach to early childhood education.
Knowledgeable and kind staff who know all childrenexcellent communication with parentscommunity-building eventsflexible scheduling and sliding scale tuition - 6Caterpillar Care Corporation4.8 score5(20)
1701 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 13 children
Caterpillar Care Corporation receives consistently excellent reviews from parents across its Chicago locations. Parents praise the nurturing environment, strong communication, quality staff, and age-appropriate curriculum that supports children's development and excitement about attending.
Excellent staff and teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationdaily updates and photoschildren eager to attend - 7Luna Park Nursery School & Kindergarten4.8 score5(20)
3250 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children
Luna Park Nursery School & Kindergarten in Chicago receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and play-based, low-tech curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive communication, affordability, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate developmental progress across all age groups from infants to preschool.
Caring and invested staffstrong teacher-child bondsplay-based curriculumno screens - 8North Park Church Preschool4.8 score5(20)
5250 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise North Park Church Preschool for its warm, play-based learning environment and exceptionally caring teachers, particularly Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Jen. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically while enjoying creative activities, outdoor play, and a welcoming community. The facility offers affordable part-time programming in a bright, well-equipped classroom space within a church building.
Attentive and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumcreative opportunities (artsensory activities) - 9Green Beginnings LLC4.8 score5(20)
1436 W Randolph St, Ste 100, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children
Green Beginnings LLC is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Chicago's West Loop with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, inviting environment, caring and attentive teachers, and engaged owners (Katie and Krissy) who are actively involved in daily operations. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents noting significant developmental growth and strong emotional connections to the facility.
Warm and cozy environmentcaring and attentive teachershighly engaged and present ownerschildren's emotional development and happiness - 10Kidz Creative Corner4.8 score5(20)
3811 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Kidz Creative Corner receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend, with strong communication from teachers about development and progress. The center is noted for providing quality early education with age-appropriate activities across infant through pre-K classrooms.
Kind and patient teacherschild enthusiasm at drop-off and pickupstrong communication with parentssafe environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 584 daycares with Google ratings in Chicago
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 6,073 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Chicago, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Chicago zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60642 | 7 | 4.88 | 5 | |
| 60625 | 16 | 4.8 | 10 | |
| 60618 | 27 | 4.7 | 14 | |
| 60610 | 9 | 4.69 | 5 | |
| 60707 | 5 | 4.64 | 4 | |
| 60646 | 8 | 4.62 | 4 | |
| 60614 | 22 | 4.62 | 8 | |
| 60630 | 6 | 4.6 | 4 | |
| 60623 | 12 | 4.59 | 7 | |
| 60631 | 7 | 4.58 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Chicago (10–503 children)
Small
up to 30 children
110
Medium
31–75 children
393
Large
76–150 children
202
Very Large
150+ children
61
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Chicago based on parent reviews
Caterpillar Care Corporation
1001 N Milwaukee Ave, Ste C100, Chicago, IL
Caterpillar Care Corporation receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the attentive, compassionate staff and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently highlight excellent daily communication through the Brightwheel app with frequent photo updates, and note their children showed enthusiasm for attending and made strong developmental progress. Families express deep gratitude for the quality care and peace of mind the center provided.
Park West Cooperative Nursery School
2335 North Orchard, Chicago, IL
Park West Cooperative Nursery School is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Chicago's Lincoln Park area with a strong cooperative community model where parents are actively involved. Parents consistently praise the experienced, compassionate teachers who prioritize individualized child development, meaningful relationships, and social-emotional learning. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.
The Little Scholars Club Co.
5752 S Pulaski Rd, # 54, Chicago, IL
The Little Scholars Club receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff (particularly the three Herrera sisters), and significant child development across academic, social, and emotional areas. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication via daily app updates, a warm family-like atmosphere, and teachers who go above and beyond. Multiple long-term families credit the center with providing strong foundational s
Promiseland Learning Center
6203 W Montrose Ave, # 05, Chicago, IL
Promiseland Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the center for strong academic instruction, emotional development support, clean facilities, and dedicated staff led by director Astrid. Children show significant growth in academics, social skills, and language development.
Concordia Day
4809 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL
Concordia Day in Chicago receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and developmental support across all age groups from infants through preschool. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, individualized attention to children, and the school's mission-driven approach to early childhood education.
Caterpillar Care Corporation
1701 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Caterpillar Care Corporation receives consistently excellent reviews from parents across its Chicago locations. Parents praise the nurturing environment, strong communication, quality staff, and age-appropriate curriculum that supports children's development and excitement about attending.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chicago, Illinois
Navigating childcare options in Chicago involves exploring a diverse landscape of 728 facilities, ranging from large centers to intimate home-based programs. Parents frequently highlight the importance of clean environments and attentive staff when selecting a provider for their little ones. For those seeking highly-rated options, the 60642 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with exceptionally positive feedback across its seven local facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Chicago have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 584 rated facilities, with 51% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 6,073 parent reviews. Parents in Chicago most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Chicago, 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 Chicago
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- Address
- 1249 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 434-1999
One parent reports removing their children from this location due to observed staff mistreatment and a lack of effective teaching. The reviewer also cites chronic staffing shortages, high turnover, and administrative struggles as significant concerns.
- Address
- 5548 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 891-0029
- Address
- 5235 W Belden St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 988-9859
New Einsteins Academy II receives unanimously positive reviews from parents. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending, and parents praise the caring, stable teaching staff and thoughtful administration. The center is commended for its enriched curriculum, outdoor activities, special events, and genuine sense of community.
- Address
- 1770 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 944-0890
- Address
- 4714 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 561-4488
- Address
- 814 W Eastman St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 506-2097
- Address
- 305 N Cicero Ave, # 09, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 854-8182
- Address
- 5241 W Madison St, # 43, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 473-4781
New Einsteins Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and well-developed curriculum that fosters child development. Parents highlight the clean facility, responsive communication, and inclusive amenities like diapers, wipes, meals, and activities that provide excellent value. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant developmental progress.
- Address
- 1858 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 489-0900
Rainforest Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight warm, engaged staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and creative curriculum focused on arts and performance. Parents report noticeable developmental progress in their children and appreciate the safe facility, themed activities, and clear communication from teachers.
- Address
- 2545 W Diversey, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 913-9793
Stepping Stones Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise its learning-through-play approach, integration of nature and outdoor activities, and nurturing teachers. One parent raised concerns about follow-up communication, potential allergen hazards related to classroom food consumption, and overall professionalism.
- Address
- 3612 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 587-8319
Children's Learning Place Logan Square receives consistently high praise from parents who report excellent teacher-child relationships, strong communication through the Brightwheel app with daily updates and photos, and a balanced approach to play-based learning with enrichment activities. Parents highlight the caring and responsive administration, clean facilities, and sense of community, with many families enrolling for multiple years.
- Address
- 3121 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 923-9628
Parents describe Children's Learning Place as an excellent and loving environment where staff, including specific teachers like Amanda and Shimika, are highly communicative and attentive. Families report that their children feel safe, engaged, and individually cared for, with one family noting their positive experience spanned from infancy to toddlerhood. The only drawback mentioned is the emotional difficulty of leaving such a high-quality program due to relocation.
- Address
- 1681 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 292-6018
- Address
- 2129 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (872) 315-2300
Sonnets Academy received overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the warm, engaging staff, small class sizes, academic rigor, and frequent communication. However, one parent gave a 1-star review citing an abrupt closure that left families scrambling for alternative care and created uncertainty about refunds managed by a collection firm.
- Address
- 430 W Erie St, Ste 100, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 344-1926
Parents highlight the center as a clean, safe, and loving environment where children, from infants to preschoolers, thrive and learn from caring teachers. However, a single review contrasts this by describing the facility as filthy and unsuitable.
- Address
- 3532 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 394-4062
Horizon Learning Centers Peterson has mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Two parents praised it as a great place with caring staff and good learning environment. However, five parents reported serious concerns including unprofessional staff, inadequate food, poor facility conditions, disrespectful behavior toward children and parents, and lack of management oversight.
- Address
- 2910 W Peterson Ave, Ste G, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (224) 653-9148
- Address
- 2838 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 564-4944
- Address
- 1100 S May St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 666-3787
The Goddard School-Chicago receives uniformly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. Parents consistently report their children thriving socially, academically, and emotionally, with particular appreciation for staff stability, engaging curriculum, and attentive management.
- Address
- 1127 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 868-3011
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for exceptional staff care and leadership, particularly Director Ms. Emmarie. The center is described as clean, organized, and loving with strong communication through photo/video updates. Multiple first-time parents report feeling confident leaving their children here.
- Address
- 1733 North Marcey St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 274-1850
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Place for exceptional staff, welcoming environment, and quality education. Multiple reviews highlight the caring teachers, well-run facility, and enriching curriculum with activities like music, Spanish, art, and yoga. Families report smooth transitions, strong communication via the Brightwheel app, and significant developmental progress in their children.
- Address
- 1826 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 923-9628
L&L Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring teachers, structured learning with themed curriculum, frequent outdoor activities, and strong child development. One parent raised concerns about teachers posting children on personal social media without permission.
- Address
- 2350 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 883-2044
- Address
- 2824 W Winona, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 907-1008
- Address
- 2914 W 87th St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 776-7465
- Address
- 3021 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 358-3933
Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Lakeshore East for its caring, attentive staff and warm, welcoming environment. Children show strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending, with families appreciating excellent communication and thoughtful curriculum design. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and describe positive transitions, learning outcomes, and strong community building.
- Address
- 360 E South Water St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 565-7300
- Address
- 537 W 28th St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 465-2172
- Address
- 555 W 115th St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 568-8058
- Address
- 9714 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 731-5302
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