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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Palos Park, IL

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Palos Park. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Palos Park, Illinois at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Palos Park has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palos Park

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.

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    Farm & Nature Discovery At The Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Farm & Nature Discovery School is a nature-based preschool in Palos Park with consistently high parent satisfaction. Parents praise the outdoor learning environment, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development, social skills, and confidence.

    Nature-based outdoor curriculumpatient and passionate teacherssafe and nurturing environmenthands-on learning approach

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Palos Park

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Palos Park (16–89 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Palos Park based on parent reviews

Farm & Nature Discovery At The Center

4.7(20)

12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL

Farm & Nature Discovery School is a nature-based preschool in Palos Park with consistently high parent satisfaction. Parents praise the outdoor learning environment, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development, social skills, and confidence.

Nature-based outdoor curriculumpatient and passionate teacherssafe and nurturing environment

Palos Park Episcopal Day Care Center

4.2(1)

12219 S 86th Ave, Palos Park, IL

One parent describes the center as a financial scam, citing undisclosed monthly fees of $500 and a refusal to refund a $150 registration fee despite the child never attending. The reviewer argues that the facility's rates are excessive and that the church-affiliated setting fails to provide appropriate customer service or transparency regarding costs.

Southwest Suburban Montessori School

5

8800 W 119th St, Palos Park, IL

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Palos Park, Illinois

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Palos Park, 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 Park have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.63 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Palos Park, 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 Park

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Southwest Suburban Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8800 W 119th St, Palos Park, IL
Phone
(708) 361-0904
Farm & Nature Discovery At The Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Farm & Nature Discovery School is a nature-based preschool in Palos Park with consistently high parent satisfaction. Parents praise the outdoor learning environment, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development, social skills, and confidence.

Nature-based outdoor curriculumpatient and passionate teacherssafe and nurturing environment
Address
12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL
Phone
(708) 361-8933
Palos Park Episcopal Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent describes the center as a financial scam, citing undisclosed monthly fees of $500 and a refusal to refund a $150 registration fee despite the child never attending. The reviewer argues that the facility's rates are excessive and that the church-affiliated setting fails to provide appropriate customer service or transparency regarding costs.

Address
12219 S 86th Ave, Palos Park, IL
Phone
(708) 361-4066

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Palos Park, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Palos Park have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Palos Park, 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 Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Palos Park 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.