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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Palos Heights, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Palos Heights. Average rating: 4.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Palos Heights, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.85/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Palos Heights offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.85/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palos Heights

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
    Sandbox Of Palos Heights
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    12832 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 121 children

    Sandbox of Palos Heights receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and educational programs. Children are described as excited to attend, learning significantly, and feeling welcomed as part of a family. Parents report satisfaction across all age groups from toddlers through school-age care.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational programswell-organized themed units and celebrationschildren eager to attend
  2. 2
    Palos Christian Preschool
    4.43 score
    4.7(8)

    7059 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Reviews praise Palos Christian Preschool's welcoming, Christ-centered atmosphere and community environment. Parents appreciate the worship services, pastoral leadership, and various programs offered. The facility is described as beautiful and personal in scale.

    Christ-centered environmentfriendly communityquality worship services and preachingbeautiful facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Palos Heights

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 Palos Heights (43–121 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Palos Heights based on parent reviews

Sandbox Of Palos Heights

5(5)

12832 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL

Sandbox of Palos Heights receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and educational programs. Children are described as excited to attend, learning significantly, and feeling welcomed as part of a family. Parents report satisfaction across all age groups from toddlers through school-age care.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational programswell-organized themed units and celebrations

Palos Christian Preschool

4.7(8)

7059 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL

Reviews praise Palos Christian Preschool's welcoming, Christ-centered atmosphere and community environment. Parents appreciate the worship services, pastoral leadership, and various programs offered. The facility is described as beautiful and personal in scale.

Christ-centered environmentfriendly communityquality worship services and preaching

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Palos Heights, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights have an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights

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Sandbox Of Palos Heights
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sandbox of Palos Heights receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and educational programs. Children are described as excited to attend, learning significantly, and feeling welcomed as part of a family. Parents report satisfaction across all age groups from toddlers through school-age care.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational programswell-organized themed units and celebrations
Address
12832 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL
Phone
(708) 371-5443
Palos Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews praise Palos Christian Preschool's welcoming, Christ-centered atmosphere and community environment. Parents appreciate the worship services, pastoral leadership, and various programs offered. The facility is described as beautiful and personal in scale.

Christ-centered environmentfriendly communityquality worship services and preaching
Address
7059 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL
Phone
(708) 448-0212

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Palos Heights, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Palos Heights have an average Google rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Palos Heights 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.