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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Manteno, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Manteno. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Manteno, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Manteno has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manteno

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.

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    Stepping Stones Learning Center INC
    4.21 score
    4.3(11)

    279 Cypress Drive, Manteno, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who treat children with genuine care. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily updates and photos, engaging educational activities, and professional administration. Multiple long-term families express strong satisfaction and recommend the facility highly.

    Caring and attentive teacherswarm nurturing environmentclear parent communication with daily updates and photoseducational activities and crafts

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Manteno

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
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3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Manteno (113–147 children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Manteno based on parent reviews

Stepping Stones Learning Center INC

4.3(11)

279 Cypress Drive, Manteno, IL

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who treat children with genuine care. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily updates and photos, engaging educational activities, and professional administration. Multiple long-term families express strong satisfaction and recommend the facility highly.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm nurturing environmentclear parent communication with daily updates and photos

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Manteno, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Manteno, 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 Manteno have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Manteno, 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 Manteno

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Stepping Stones Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who treat children with genuine care. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily updates and photos, engaging educational activities, and professional administration. Multiple long-term families express strong satisfaction and recommend the facility highly.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm nurturing environmentclear parent communication with daily updates and photos
Address
279 Cypress Drive, Manteno, IL
Phone
(815) 468-6598
Mary Sears Childrens Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Mary Sears Children's Academy in Manteno receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents consistently praising the caring staff, director Mrs. Doyle, strong communication, safe environment, and their children's academic and social development.

attentive and loving staffexcellent communication and daily updates via Brightwheel appdirector Mrs. Doyle highly responsive
Address
775 W Cook St, Manteno, IL
Phone
(815) 468-1144

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Manteno, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Manteno have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Manteno, 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 Manteno for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Manteno 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.