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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Ottawa, IL

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

Ottawa, Illinois at a glance

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

Ottawa offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 61350 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Ottawa

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ottawa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
613508
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ottawa (18–98 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ottawa based on parent reviews

Kids Can @ Starved Rock Regional Center

5(3)

1013 Adams St, Ottawa, IL

Parents highlight high-quality, consistent care with staff who feel like family and treat children with deep affection. Reviewers also note positive impacts from specialized therapy services, including speech and developmental support provided by involved and caring therapists.

high-quality careconsistent servicestaff treated like family

Ottawa Opportunity School

5

114 East Jefferson Street, Ottawa, IL

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Daycare types in Ottawa

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ottawa, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Ottawa, Illinois, making up 63% of the 8 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 Ottawa 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 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa

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Ottawa Opportunity School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
114 East Jefferson Street, Ottawa, IL
Phone
(815) 433-2731
Kids Can @ Starved Rock Regional Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight high-quality, consistent care with staff who feel like family and treat children with deep affection. Reviewers also note positive impacts from specialized therapy services, including speech and developmental support provided by involved and caring therapists.

high-quality careconsistent servicestaff treated like family
Address
1013 Adams St, Ottawa, IL
Phone
(815) 434-0857
Step By Step Ottawa
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1420 Aquarius Cir, Ottawa, IL
Phone
(815) 433-5030
Step By Step Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents highlight the staff's exceptional care and the facility's affordability, noting that children are treated like family. One reviewer mentions daily communication via an app that provides updates on meals and naps, while another praises the sweet and amazing staff during a first visit.

affordable pricecaring staffdaily app communication
Address
110 W Mckinley Rd, Ottawa, IL
Phone
(815) 433-5030
Zion Christian Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
622 W Jefferson St, Ottawa, IL
Phone
(815) 433-1408

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ottawa, Illinois, out of 8 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa, 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
Ottawa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Ottawa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ottawa 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.