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5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Edwardsville, Illinois

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

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Edwardsville

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
    Le Claire Christian Church Dcc
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    1914 Esic Dr, Edwardsville, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

    Le Claire Christian Church DCC receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the welcoming community, quality biblical teaching, engaging worship music, and strong kids' ministry programs. The church is described as a supportive family environment where both children and adults feel valued and experience spiritual growth.

    Welcoming communitybiblical teachingengaging sermons with historical contextexcellent worship team
  2. 2
    Early Explorations-University
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    47 N Research Dr, Edwardsville, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children

    Early Explorations-University receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising knowledgeable and caring staff, clean facilities, and developmentally appropriate programming. However, two negative reviews cite administrative issues with refunds and concerns about a teacher's behavior toward young children.

    Caring and knowledgeable staffclean facilitydevelopmental progressionresponsive administrators

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Edwardsville based on parent reviews

Siue Early Childhood Center

5(3)

795 Nw University Dr, Edwardsville, IL

Kids Club Child Development Center

5(2)

5 157 Ctr, Edwardsville, IL

Early Explorations-University

4.2(9)

47 N Research Dr, Edwardsville, IL

Early Explorations-University receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising knowledgeable and caring staff, clean facilities, and developmentally appropriate programming. However, two negative reviews cite administrative issues with refunds and concerns about a teacher's behavior toward young children.

Caring and knowledgeable staffclean facilitydevelopmental progression

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Daycare types in Edwardsville

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Edwardsville, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Edwardsville, Illinois, making up 71% of the 7 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 Edwardsville, 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 Edwardsville

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Kids Club Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5 157 Ctr, Edwardsville, IL
Phone
(618) 656-1600
Siue Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
795 Nw University Dr, Edwardsville, IL
Phone
(618) 650-2556
Early Explorations-University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Early Explorations-University receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising knowledgeable and caring staff, clean facilities, and developmentally appropriate programming. However, two negative reviews cite administrative issues with refunds and concerns about a teacher's behavior toward young children.

Caring and knowledgeable staffclean facilitydevelopmental progression
Address
47 N Research Dr, Edwardsville, IL
Phone
(618) 659-1438
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Edwardsville receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academic and developmental programs, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive emotionally and academically, with successful transitions to kindergarten and strong preparation for elementary school.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculumemotional development support
Address
801 S Arbor Vitae, Edwardsville, IL
Phone
(618) 692-9464
Kindercare Learning Center #300389
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 Goshen Rd, Edwardsville, IL
Phone
(618) 656-0268

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Edwardsville, Illinois, out of 7 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 Edwardsville, 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
Edwardsville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Edwardsville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Edwardsville 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.