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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Highland, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Highland. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Highland, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Highland has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Highland

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
    Bright Beginnings Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    500 Main St, Highland, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Bright Beginnings Preschool in Highland receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, daily communication updates, safe environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

    Caring and nurturing staff who treat children like familydaily updates and photos via appclean and safe facilityengaging learning and creative activities
  2. 2
    P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    170 Woodcrest Dr, Highland, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

    P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare in Highland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and developmental benefits for children. The facility is noted for staff loyalty and reliability. One negative review mentions a child's distress when attending, though this is an isolated complaint among seven positive reviews.

    caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentstaff loyalty and low turnoverchild development and socialization skills

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Highland

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Highland (73–174 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Highland based on parent reviews

Bright Beginnings Preschool

4.6(20)

500 Main St, Highland, IL

Bright Beginnings Preschool in Highland receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, daily communication updates, safe environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

Caring and nurturing staff who treat children like familydaily updates and photos via appclean and safe facility

P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare

4.5(8)

170 Woodcrest Dr, Highland, IL

P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare in Highland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and developmental benefits for children. The facility is noted for staff loyalty and reliability. One negative review mentions a child's distress when attending, though this is an isolated complaint among seven positive reviews.

caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentstaff loyalty and low turnover

Evucc Wee Care Day Care Center

5(1)

2520 Poplar St, Highland, IL

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Highland, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Highland, 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 Highland have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Highland, 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 Highland

Showing 4 results

Evucc Wee Care Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2520 Poplar St, Highland, IL
Phone
(618) 654-6647
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Beginnings Preschool in Highland receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, daily communication updates, safe environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

Caring and nurturing staff who treat children like familydaily updates and photos via appclean and safe facility
Address
500 Main St, Highland, IL
Phone
(618) 540-7447
P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

P.A.L.S. Preschool & Daycare in Highland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and developmental benefits for children. The facility is noted for staff loyalty and reliability. One negative review mentions a child's distress when attending, though this is an isolated complaint among seven positive reviews.

caring and trustworthy stafffamily-like environmentstaff loyalty and low turnover
Address
170 Woodcrest Dr, Highland, IL
Phone
(618) 654-5220
Giggles And Grins INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1520 19th Street, Highland, IL
Phone
(618) 654-6563

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Highland, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Highland have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Highland, 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 Highland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Highland 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.