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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Freeport, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Freeport. Average rating: 3.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Freeport, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.65/5
Parent reviews
3
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Freeport offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.65/5.The largest concentration is in 61032 with 12 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Freeport

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Freeport, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
6 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.3avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Freeport zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
6103212
3.65
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Freeport (20–217 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Freeport based on parent reviews

Amity Day Care Center

2.3(1)

511 South Liberty, Freeport, IL

One parent describes AMITY DAY CARE CENTER as a terrible place with horrible teachers, alleging that staff intentionally call protective services to have children removed to avoid managing over-hyperactive behavior.

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Daycare types in Freeport

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 6

Child Daycare & Preschools in Freeport, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Freeport, Illinois, making up 33% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Freeport have an average rating of 3.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 3 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Freeport, 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 Freeport

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Amity Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent describes AMITY DAY CARE CENTER as a terrible place with horrible teachers, alleging that staff intentionally call protective services to have children removed to avoid managing over-hyperactive behavior.

Address
511 South Liberty, Freeport, IL
Phone
(815) 233-0015
Open Bible Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3800 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL
Phone
(815) 235-7216
Creative Learning Ctr. For Pre-School Ed
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2700 Stephenson Street Road, Freeport, IL
Phone
(815) 232-4911
Ymca Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2998 W Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL
Phone
(815) 235-2467

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Freeport, Illinois, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Freeport have an average Google rating of 3.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Freeport, 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
Freeport offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Freeport for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Freeport 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.