How do I choose the right daycare in Downers Grove?

When choosing a daycare in Downers Grove, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Downers Grove, Illinois (9 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Illinois?

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 Downers Grove for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Downers Grove

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.

First United Methodist Preschool

4.27 score

4.4(10)

1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, engaged pastors (Claude and Anna), and programs like the free angel choir for young children. Most reviewers highlight the friendly atmosphere and relevant spiritual messages. One negative review criticized the P.A.D.S. food service wait times, and another expressed doctrinal disagreement.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Claude and Pastor Annafree angel choir program starting at age 3relevant sermons

Indian Boundary Ymca - School'S Out

4.24 score

4.3(20)

711 59th Street, Downers Grove, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

Parents praise Indian Boundary YMCA as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and welcoming staff. The center offers quality programs including kids' club, swim lessons, and sports activities that allow parents time for fitness while children develop social skills. Families report strong satisfaction with affordability, cleanliness, and the sense of community.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitykids' club/play roomswim lessons

Little People Learning Center INC.

4.16 score

4.2(18)

2144-2146 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

Parents consistently praise Little People Learning Center for its caring, family-like environment and affordable pricing in the Hyde Park area. Children show strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The owner Ms. Tiwana and her staff are frequently highlighted as compassionate and attentive to individual child needs.

Affordable pricingcaring and attentive staffstrong developmental outcomesfamily-like atmosphere

Tt Acquisition LLC

4 score

4(20)

460 75th St, Downers Grove, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 141 children

Parents consistently praise TT ACQUISITION LLC in Downers Grove for providing a nurturing, educational environment with caring staff who support children's developmental growth. Multiple reviews highlight the quality of individual teachers, especially in the Pre-K program, and appreciate the camera access feature for monitoring children throughout the day. Parents report high satisfaction across all age groups, from infants to pre-kindergarten.

Caring and patient staffstrong developmental support across physical/mental/emotional/social domainsengaging activities (sensory gamesarts/crafts

Child Daycare & Preschools in Downers Grove, Illinois

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Downers Grove, Illinois, making up 90% of the 10 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 Downers Grove, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Downers Grove, Illinois, out of 10 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 Downers Grove, 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

Downers Grove offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Downers Grove for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Downers Grove 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.

9 Child Daycare & Preschools in Downers Grove, Illinois

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Downers Grove

Top Rated

First United Methodist Preschool

Indian Boundary Ymca - School'S Out

Great Escape Preschool

Little People Learning Center INC.

Tt Acquisition LLC

First Congregational Learning Center

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