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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Harvard, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Harvard. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Harvard, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Harvard offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Harvard

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
    Brown Bear Daycare And Learning Center
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    21007 Mcguire Rd, Harvard, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 211 children

    Brown Bear Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied families but serious concerns from others. Parents who had positive experiences highlight caring teachers, structured activities, and quality care. However, critical reviews raise significant safety and management concerns.

    caring and dedicated staffstructured activities and programsquality day-to-day care

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Harvard

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Harvard (17–211 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Harvard based on parent reviews

Brown Bear Daycare And Learning Center

3.8(5)

21007 Mcguire Rd, Harvard, IL

Brown Bear Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied families but serious concerns from others. Parents who had positive experiences highlight caring teachers, structured activities, and quality care. However, critical reviews raise significant safety and management concerns.

caring and dedicated staffstructured activities and programsquality day-to-day care

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Harvard, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Harvard, Illinois. 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 Harvard have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.8 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Harvard, 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 Harvard

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Brown Bear Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Brown Bear Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied families but serious concerns from others. Parents who had positive experiences highlight caring teachers, structured activities, and quality care. However, critical reviews raise significant safety and management concerns.

caring and dedicated staffstructured activities and programsquality day-to-day care
Address
21007 Mcguire Rd, Harvard, IL
Phone
(815) 943-3499
Harvard Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1601 Garfield St, Harvard, IL
Phone
(815) 943-5242

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Harvard, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Harvard have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Harvard, 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
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 Harvard for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Harvard 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.