
Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Park Forest. Average rating: 3.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Park Forest has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 3.63/5.The largest concentration is in 60466 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
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.
94-96 Orchard Drive, Park Forest, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 189 children
Children First Learning Academy has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, with parents citing unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate child supervision, and poor communication. One positive review mentions caring treatment, but this is vastly outweighed by complaints about neglect, lack of educational instruction, and operational issues.
Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Park Forest
Park Forest zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60466 | 8 | 3.63 | 1 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Park Forest (33–189 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Park Forest based on parent reviews
9 North St, Park Forest, IL
Parents describe the staff as wonderful, friendly, and family-like, with one noting they have trusted the center with their children for years. Another parent reports that four of their children loved the experience and still speak fondly of their teachers.
170 Algonquin St, Park Forest, IL
One parent highlights that the teachers genuinely care and notes their two daughters look forward to attending daily. Another review simply states that sisters who attend the center love it, while a third review offers no specific feedback beyond noting acquaintances attend.
94-96 Orchard Drive, Park Forest, IL
Children First Learning Academy has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, with parents citing unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate child supervision, and poor communication. One positive review mentions caring treatment, but this is vastly outweighed by complaints about neglect, lack of educational instruction, and operational issues.
There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Park Forest, 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 Park Forest have an average rating of 3.63 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.63 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Park Forest, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents describe the staff as wonderful, friendly, and family-like, with one noting they have trusted the center with their children for years. Another parent reports that four of their children loved the experience and still speak fondly of their teachers.
One parent highlights that the teachers genuinely care and notes their two daughters look forward to attending daily. Another review simply states that sisters who attend the center love it, while a third review offers no specific feedback beyond noting acquaintances attend.
Children First Learning Academy has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, with parents citing unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate child supervision, and poor communication. One positive review mentions caring treatment, but this is vastly outweighed by complaints about neglect, lack of educational instruction, and operational issues.
Tender Touch Daycare receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, hands-on staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and genuine relationships between staff and children. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and conveniently located with engaging field trips and age-appropriate programming.
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