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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Marion, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Marion. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Marion, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Marion has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 62959 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marion

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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    Robin'S Nest Learning Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    110 S Virginia Ave, Marion, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

    Robin's Nest Learning Center in Marion receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, educational development, and responsive management. The center is highly recommended for children of all ages and abilities.

    Warm and welcoming atmospherecaring and attentive staffclean and safe facilityengaging age-appropriate activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Marion

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Marion zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
629595
4.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marion (77–118 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marion based on parent reviews

Robin'S Nest Learning Center

4.8(20)

110 S Virginia Ave, Marion, IL

Robin's Nest Learning Center in Marion receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, educational development, and responsive management. The center is highly recommended for children of all ages and abilities.

Warm and welcoming atmospherecaring and attentive staffclean and safe facility

Yellow Brick Road Learning Adventure

4.4(3)

1104 East Main Street, Marion, IL

Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and enthusiasm, noting that children are excited to attend and have shown significant developmental progress. Several families express high satisfaction with the quality of care provided to their children and grandchildren.

caring and enthusiastic staffchildren love attendingvisible developmental progress

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Daycare types in Marion

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Marion, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Marion, Illinois, making up 80% of the 5 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 Marion have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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 Marion

Showing 4 results

Robin'S Nest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Robin's Nest Learning Center in Marion receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, educational development, and responsive management. The center is highly recommended for children of all ages and abilities.

Warm and welcoming atmospherecaring and attentive staffclean and safe facility
Address
110 S Virginia Ave, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 922-8445
Yellow Brick Road Learning Adventure
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and enthusiasm, noting that children are excited to attend and have shown significant developmental progress. Several families express high satisfaction with the quality of care provided to their children and grandchildren.

caring and enthusiastic staffchildren love attendingvisible developmental progress
Address
1104 East Main Street, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 997-6961
Kid Academy/Robt B. Greenwood Estate
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
707 Skyline Dr, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 997-7870
Heartland Kids Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3902 W Ernestine Dr, Marion, IL
Phone
(618) 997-7200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Marion, Illinois, out of 5 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 Marion have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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
Marion offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Marion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marion 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.