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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lyons, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Lyons. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lyons, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Lyons has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lyons

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
    Greater Lagrange Ymca
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    7930 Ogden Ave, Lyons, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

    Parents consistently praise Greater Lagrange YMCA for its cleanliness, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and diverse class offerings at reasonable prices. The facility provides childcare services (1 hour for infants under 12 months, 2 hours for older children) and maintains well-maintained exercise equipment. Members report a welcoming community atmosphere with strong long-term loyalty.

    clean facilityfriendly staffknowledgeable staffaffordable prices

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Lyons

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lyons (48–72 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lyons based on parent reviews

Little People Montessori Academy INC

4.9(1)

7942 W Ogden Ave, Lyons, IL

Lyon Cubs Day Nursery

4.4(2)

4262 Joliet Ave, Lyons, IL

Parents highlight the center's friendly and cozy atmosphere, noting that children enjoy their teachers and friends. One reviewer mentions a positive mood shift for their son, while another notes that former attendees miss the experience.

friendly staffcozy and cute environmenthappy children

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Daycare types in Lyons

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lyons, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Lyons, Illinois, making up 67% of the 3 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 Lyons have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lyons, 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 Lyons

Showing 2 results

Little People Montessori Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
7942 W Ogden Ave, Lyons, IL
Phone
(708) 447-4283
Lyon Cubs Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the center's friendly and cozy atmosphere, noting that children enjoy their teachers and friends. One reviewer mentions a positive mood shift for their son, while another notes that former attendees miss the experience.

friendly staffcozy and cute environmenthappy children
Address
4262 Joliet Ave, Lyons, IL
Phone
(708) 447-5536

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lyons, Illinois, out of 3 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 Lyons have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lyons, 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
Lyons offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Lyons for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lyons 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.