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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in O Fallon, IL

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in O Fallon. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

O Fallon, Illinois at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.23/5
Parent reviews
55
Top rated (4.5+)
1

O Fallon has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 55 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in O Fallon

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
    The Friendship Co Christian Preschool
    4.07 score
    4.1(11)

    1420 Illini Dr, O Fallon, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 160 children

    THE FRIENDSHIP CO CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, structured curriculum, and communication via Brightwheel app. However, some parents report significant concerns about staff disengagement, lack of personal interaction, and harsh discipline practices, particularly following recent director and staff changes.

    Caring and patient staffflexible schedulingorganized curriculum with activities and art projectsstru
  2. 2
    The Early Years INC
    4 score
    4(20)

    145 Springfield Ct, O Fallon, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

    The Early Years Inc receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children have adjusted well, shown developmental progress, and genuinely enjoy attending. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere.

    Attentive and nurturing staffexcellent daily communication with parents via app and photossafe and clean classroomsengaging curriculum with cognitive and behavioral focus

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in O Fallon

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 O Fallon, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in O Fallon (35–160 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in O Fallon based on parent reviews

O'Fallon Childcare And Learning Center

4.6(4)

111 W 4th St, O Fallon, IL

Parents highlight the exceptional care, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere provided by the staff, particularly noting Director Ms. Joyce for making children feel like family. Several families emphasize that their children are happy, well-learned, and treated with kindness and understanding.

cleanlinesswelcoming staffDirector Ms. Joyce

The Early Years INC

4(20)

145 Springfield Ct, O Fallon, IL

The Early Years Inc receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children have adjusted well, shown developmental progress, and genuinely enjoy attending. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere.

Attentive and nurturing staffexcellent daily communication with parents via app and photossafe and clean classrooms

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Daycare types in O Fallon

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in O Fallon, Illinois

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in O Fallon, Illinois, making up 75% of the 4 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 O Fallon have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 55 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in O Fallon, 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 O Fallon

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O'Fallon Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents highlight the exceptional care, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere provided by the staff, particularly noting Director Ms. Joyce for making children feel like family. Several families emphasize that their children are happy, well-learned, and treated with kindness and understanding.

cleanlinesswelcoming staffDirector Ms. Joyce
Address
111 W 4th St, O Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 632-9403
The Early Years INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The Early Years Inc receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children have adjusted well, shown developmental progress, and genuinely enjoy attending. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere.

Attentive and nurturing staffexcellent daily communication with parents via app and photossafe and clean classrooms
Address
145 Springfield Ct, O Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 624-2500
La Petite Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in O'Fallon consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and warm environment. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive management, live classroom cameras, daily updates, and quality care across all age groups from infants through school-age children.

Caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive management
Address
940 Talon Dr, O Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 624-5998

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in O Fallon, Illinois, out of 4 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 O Fallon have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in O Fallon, 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
O Fallon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 O Fallon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in O Fallon 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.