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11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Deerfield, Illinois

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

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Deerfield

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
    Mon Jardin
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    20630 Milwaukee Ave, Deerfield, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children

    Mon Jardin is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Deerfield, Illinois with 10 five-star reviews praising exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and personalized care. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families. The small, family-focused environment stands out as a major advantage over larger corporate chains.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum with age-appropriate instructionhome-cooked meals and snacksdaily outdoor time
  2. 2
    Brd Jewish Ed Erly Chldhod @ Bnai Tikvah
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    1558 Wilmot Rd, Deerfield, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Parents consistently praise B'nai Tikvah as a warm, welcoming community with inclusive leadership, particularly toward interfaith families. The facility is noted for excellent Hebrew school programming, adult education opportunities, and strong social connections. Members highlight the congregation's flexibility, affordability, and commitment to instilling Jewish values in children.

    Warm and welcoming communityinclusive of interfaith familiesexcellent Hebrew scho
  3. 3
    Christian Beginnings
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    824 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

    Christian Beginnings is a highly-regarded preschool in Deerfield with small class sizes and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents praise the thoughtful, play-based curriculum and caring staff who effectively prepare children for kindergarten. Multiple families report satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

    Small class sizesexcellent teacher-to-student ratioexpert teaching staffplay-based learning with educational intentionality
  4. 4
    Bjbe Early Childhd Prog At The Chava Ctr
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    1201 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    The reviews appear to be for a synagogue/religious congregation rather than a daycare center. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, engaging clergy, and beautiful facilities. The congregation offers various opportunities for involvement and creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

    welcoming communityengaging Rabbibeautiful facilityresponsive staff

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Deerfield based on parent reviews

Mon Jardin

4.9(13)

20630 Milwaukee Ave, Deerfield, IL

Mon Jardin is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Deerfield, Illinois with 10 five-star reviews praising exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and personalized care. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families. The small, family-focused environment stands out as a major advantage over larger corporate chains.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum with age-appropriate instructionhome-cooked meals and snacks

Brd Jewish Ed Erly Chldhod @ Bnai Tikvah

4.8(15)

1558 Wilmot Rd, Deerfield, IL

Parents consistently praise B'nai Tikvah as a warm, welcoming community with inclusive leadership, particularly toward interfaith families. The facility is noted for excellent Hebrew school programming, adult education opportunities, and strong social connections. Members highlight the congregation's flexibility, affordability, and commitment to instilling Jewish values in children.

Warm and welcoming communityinclusive of interfaith familiesexcellent Hebrew scho

Christian Beginnings

5(5)

824 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL

Christian Beginnings is a highly-regarded preschool in Deerfield with small class sizes and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents praise the thoughtful, play-based curriculum and caring staff who effectively prepare children for kindergarten. Multiple families report satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Small class sizesexcellent teacher-to-student ratioexpert teaching staff

Bjbe Early Childhd Prog At The Chava Ctr

4.6(16)

1201 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL

The reviews appear to be for a synagogue/religious congregation rather than a daycare center. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, engaging clergy, and beautiful facilities. The congregation offers various opportunities for involvement and creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

welcoming communityengaging Rabbibeautiful facility

Deerfield Park District Nursery School

4.8(4)

836 Jewett Park Dr, Deerfield, IL

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Deerfield, Illinois

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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 Deerfield

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Christian Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Christian Beginnings is a highly-regarded preschool in Deerfield with small class sizes and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents praise the thoughtful, play-based curriculum and caring staff who effectively prepare children for kindergarten. Multiple families report satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Small class sizesexcellent teacher-to-student ratioexpert teaching staff
Address
824 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 945-5140
Mon Jardin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Mon Jardin is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Deerfield, Illinois with 10 five-star reviews praising exceptional staff, strong curriculum, and personalized care. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with staff going above and beyond to support both children and families. The small, family-focused environment stands out as a major advantage over larger corporate chains.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum with age-appropriate instructionhome-cooked meals and snacks
Address
20630 Milwaukee Ave, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 465-8080
Brd Jewish Ed Erly Chldhod @ Bnai Tikvah
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise B'nai Tikvah as a warm, welcoming community with inclusive leadership, particularly toward interfaith families. The facility is noted for excellent Hebrew school programming, adult education opportunities, and strong social connections. Members highlight the congregation's flexibility, affordability, and commitment to instilling Jewish values in children.

Warm and welcoming communityinclusive of interfaith familiesexcellent Hebrew scho
Address
1558 Wilmot Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 945-8577
Deerfield Park District Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
836 Jewett Park Dr, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 572-2635
Bjbe Early Childhd Prog At The Chava Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews appear to be for a synagogue/religious congregation rather than a daycare center. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, engaging clergy, and beautiful facilities. The congregation offers various opportunities for involvement and creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

welcoming communityengaging Rabbibeautiful facility
Address
1201 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 940-7575
Walgreens Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

No parent reviews are available for this daycare center. The reviews provided are for Walgreens retail pharmacy locations and are not relevant to evaluating WALGREENS CHILD CENTER in Deerfield, Illinois.

None mentioned
Address
20276 N Wilmot Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 315-3950
Bright Hzs Child Care & Early Ed
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5 Parkway North, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 945-0980
Dfhs Dist. 113/Deerpark Tlc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1959 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(224) 632-3380
Deerfield Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
760 North Avenue, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 945-7580
Bright Horizons At Lake Cook
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at Lake Cook receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring teachers, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and children's enthusiasm for attending. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical abuse by a teacher and neglect of basic child care needs.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parentswell-run center
Address
1650 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(847) 374-9000
Takeda Center For Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Takeda Pkwy, Deerfield, IL
Phone
(224) 554-5000

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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
Deerfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Deerfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Deerfield 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.