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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Melrose, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Melrose. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Melrose, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Melrose has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Melrose

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
    Bataan Preschool
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1220 N 9th Ave, Melrose, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Reviews praise this facility as a clean, safe, and well-maintained park with modern playground equipment and amenities for families. Parents appreciate the variety of play features, ample seating, open space for children to run, and additional fitness equipment for adults. The facility offers recreational opportunities for multiple age groups and recently underwent upgrades.

    Clean facilityample parkingsafe and friendly environmentmodern playground equipment (2022)
  2. 2
    Bulger Preschool
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    These reviews appear to be for Bulger Park, not Bulger Preschool daycare. The reviews praise the park's extensive facilities and cleanliness, making it a popular venue for family events and gatherings.

    Large playgroundspray padopen fieldbaseball fields

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Melrose

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Melrose (20–40 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Melrose based on parent reviews

Bataan Preschool

4.4(20)

1220 N 9th Ave, Melrose, IL

Reviews praise this facility as a clean, safe, and well-maintained park with modern playground equipment and amenities for families. Parents appreciate the variety of play features, ample seating, open space for children to run, and additional fitness equipment for adults. The facility offers recreational opportunities for multiple age groups and recently underwent upgrades.

Clean facilityample parkingsafe and friendly environment

Bulger Preschool

4.4(20)

1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose, IL

These reviews appear to be for Bulger Park, not Bulger Preschool daycare. The reviews praise the park's extensive facilities and cleanliness, making it a popular venue for family events and gatherings.

Large playgroundspray padopen field

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Melrose, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Melrose, 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 Melrose have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Melrose, 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 Melrose

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Bataan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise this facility as a clean, safe, and well-maintained park with modern playground equipment and amenities for families. Parents appreciate the variety of play features, ample seating, open space for children to run, and additional fitness equipment for adults. The facility offers recreational opportunities for multiple age groups and recently underwent upgrades.

Clean facilityample parkingsafe and friendly environment
Address
1220 N 9th Ave, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 681-6363
Bulger Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Bulger Park, not Bulger Preschool daycare. The reviews praise the park's extensive facilities and cleanliness, making it a popular venue for family events and gatherings.

Large playgroundspray padopen field
Address
1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 731-5290

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Melrose, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Melrose have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Melrose, 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 Melrose for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Melrose 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.