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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshall, IL

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

Marshall, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Marshall offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marshall

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
    Marshall First Step Academy
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    1414 Archer Ave, Marshall, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Marshall First Step Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of instruction, particularly praising staff members like Miss Cassie, Miss Lizzie, and Miss Connie, and note that children are well-prepared for kindergarten. Families appreciate the separated class structure, small class sizes, cleanliness, and friendly atmosphere.

    kind and compassionate staffpatient teachersskill developmentkindergarten readiness
  2. 2
    Marshall First Step Academy
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    116 N 6th St, Marshall, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    Marshall First Step Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the staff, particularly Ms. Cassie, for being kind and compassionate, and highlight that children are well-prepared for kindergarten with strong skill development.

    Kind and patient staffstrong curriculum and skill developmentage-separated classes (preschool and pre-K)small class sizes with individual attention

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Marshall

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marshall (16–40 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marshall based on parent reviews

Marshall First Step Academy

5(8)

1414 Archer Ave, Marshall, IL

Marshall First Step Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of instruction, particularly praising staff members like Miss Cassie, Miss Lizzie, and Miss Connie, and note that children are well-prepared for kindergarten. Families appreciate the separated class structure, small class sizes, cleanliness, and friendly atmosphere.

kind and compassionate staffpatient teachersskill development

Marshall First Step Academy

5(8)

116 N 6th St, Marshall, IL

Marshall First Step Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the staff, particularly Ms. Cassie, for being kind and compassionate, and highlight that children are well-prepared for kindergarten with strong skill development.

Kind and patient staffstrong curriculum and skill developmentage-separated classes (preschool and pre-K)

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshall, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Marshall, 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 Marshall have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marshall, 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 Marshall

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Marshall First Step Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Marshall First Step Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the quality of instruction, particularly praising staff members like Miss Cassie, Miss Lizzie, and Miss Connie, and note that children are well-prepared for kindergarten. Families appreciate the separated class structure, small class sizes, cleanliness, and friendly atmosphere.

kind and compassionate staffpatient teachersskill development
Address
1414 Archer Ave, Marshall, IL
Phone
(217) 826-3030
Marshall First Step Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Marshall First Step Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the staff, particularly Ms. Cassie, for being kind and compassionate, and highlight that children are well-prepared for kindergarten with strong skill development.

Kind and patient staffstrong curriculum and skill developmentage-separated classes (preschool and pre-K)
Address
116 N 6th St, Marshall, IL
Phone
(217) 826-3030
Small World Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1003 Clarksville Rd, Marshall, IL
Phone
(217) 826-2273
Ms. Linda'S Little Lions
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
809 N 2nd St, Marshall, IL
Phone
(217) 826-1062

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Marshall, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Marshall have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marshall, 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 Marshall for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marshall 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.