Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Harvey, IL
Compare 12 child daycare & preschools in Harvey. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Harvey, Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 12
- Avg rating
- 4.7/5
- Parent reviews
- 62
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Harvey has 12 licensed child daycare & preschools with 62 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60426 zip code, averaging 4.66 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Harvey
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.
- 1The Church Of Jesus Christ Tiny Tots Ela4.65 score4.9(13)
15323 Turlington Ave, Harvey, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children
Reviews focus on the church community rather than the daycare program specifically. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and sense of family within the congregation.
Welcoming atmosphereloving communityspiritual experiencelong-standing congregation - 2The Learning Ladder Educational Center4.55 score5(6)
16225 So Halsted, Harvey, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
The Learning Ladder Educational Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are well-prepared for school, enjoy attending, and feel safe in the center's care. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over decades, indicating strong parent loyalty and satisfaction.
Loving and caring stafffamily-like environmentage-appropriate curriculumkindergarten preparation - 3Heavens Little Hands Day Care4.16 score4.3(6)
15446 Lexington Ave, Harvey, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Heaven's Little Hands Day Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Wright, and long-term enrollment suggesting satisfaction. However, one parent reported significant organizational issues including lost paperwork and confusion with other families.
Caring and hands-on staffclean facilitylong-term enrollment historyorganized activities and field trips - 4Little Scholars Learning Institute INC4.16 score4.3(6)
54 E 154th St, Harvey, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Little Scholars Learning Institute receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, particularly Miss Wright, and the center's cleanliness and educational activities. Parents report long-term enrollment and positive child development outcomes. One parent raised concerns about disorganization and administrative issues with paperwork.
Caring and hands-on staffclean facilityfield trips and holiday activitiessupports social skills development - 5Kiddy Kulture Child Care & Learning Ctr3.85 score3.8(16)
396 E 159th St, Harvey, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children
Kiddy Kulture receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight caring and patient teachers, significant child development progress, and a safe, family-oriented environment. The center and its after-school program are repeatedly recommended by long-term families.
Caring and patient teacherschild learning and developmentpotty training successcleanliness and maintenance
Rating Distribution
Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Harvey
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Harvey, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Harvey zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60426 | 13 | 4.66 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Harvey (32–136 children)
Small
up to 30 children
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Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Harvey based on parent reviews
The Learning Ladder Educational Center
16225 So Halsted, Harvey, IL
The Learning Ladder Educational Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are well-prepared for school, enjoy attending, and feel safe in the center's care. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over decades, indicating strong parent loyalty and satisfaction.
God'S Little Sugars Nursery & Kdg School
30 East 159th St, Unit D, Harvey, IL
One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the center, stating simply that they love the daycare. Positive feedback is limited to this single enthusiastic endorsement. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facilities are provided in the available reviews.
Hugs & Snugs Day Care Academy #2
72 E 147th St, Harvey, IL
One parent highlights their positive experience with the staff, describing them as polite, embracing, and knowledgeable. The reviewer expressed immediate confidence in the center and noted no concerns after their child's first day.
Afterschool Zone
15924 Halsted St, Harvey, IL
One parent describes After School Zone as a high-quality, safe, and caring environment where staff build strong relationships with both children and parents. The reviewer expresses specific appreciation for the teachers and their engagement with families.
Heavens Little Hands Day Care
15446 Lexington Ave, Harvey, IL
Heaven's Little Hands Day Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Wright, and long-term enrollment suggesting satisfaction. However, one parent reported significant organizational issues including lost paperwork and confusion with other families.
Little Scholars Learning Institute INC
54 E 154th St, Harvey, IL
Little Scholars Learning Institute receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, particularly Miss Wright, and the center's cleanliness and educational activities. Parents report long-term enrollment and positive child development outcomes. One parent raised concerns about disorganization and administrative issues with paperwork.
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Daycare types in Harvey
Child Daycare & Preschools in Harvey, Illinois
There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Harvey, Illinois, making up 86% of the 14 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 Harvey have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Harvey, 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 Harvey
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The Learning Ladder Educational Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are well-prepared for school, enjoy attending, and feel safe in the center's care. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over decades, indicating strong parent loyalty and satisfaction.
- Address
- 16225 So Halsted, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (703) 596-9113
One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the center, stating simply that they love the daycare. Positive feedback is limited to this single enthusiastic endorsement. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facilities are provided in the available reviews.
- Address
- 30 East 159th St, Unit D, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 339-1779
- Address
- 14633 Winchester Ave, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 940-5188
One parent highlights their positive experience with the staff, describing them as polite, embracing, and knowledgeable. The reviewer expressed immediate confidence in the center and noted no concerns after their child's first day.
- Address
- 72 E 147th St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 210-2000
One parent describes After School Zone as a high-quality, safe, and caring environment where staff build strong relationships with both children and parents. The reviewer expresses specific appreciation for the teachers and their engagement with families.
- Address
- 15924 Halsted St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 331-4300
Heaven's Little Hands Day Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Wright, and long-term enrollment suggesting satisfaction. However, one parent reported significant organizational issues including lost paperwork and confusion with other families.
- Address
- 15446 Lexington Ave, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 596-1384
Little Scholars Learning Institute receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, particularly Miss Wright, and the center's cleanliness and educational activities. Parents report long-term enrollment and positive child development outcomes. One parent raised concerns about disorganization and administrative issues with paperwork.
- Address
- 54 E 154th St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 566-4272
Kiddy Kulture receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight caring and patient teachers, significant child development progress, and a safe, family-oriented environment. The center and its after-school program are repeatedly recommended by long-term families.
- Address
- 396 E 159th St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 331-4300
- Address
- 15125 Dixie Hwy, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 385-3800
- Address
- 15001 Broadway Ave, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 225-4036
Wee Care Christian Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and former students. Parents praise the center's comprehensive educational approach, including phonics and Bible instruction, as well as its convenient before and after-school care services. Staff are described as caring, educated, and hands-on with children of all ages.
- Address
- 325 E 147th St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 331-7088
Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with some parents praising the friendly staff and clean facilities while others report serious issues regarding neglect and poor management. Positive experiences highlight supportive administration and engaging teachers, whereas negative accounts describe unprofessional conduct, hygiene failures, and discriminatory treatment by the owner.
- Address
- 91 W 154th St, Harvey, IL
- Phone
- (708) 333-5222
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