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8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Park Forest, Illinois

Browse all 8 child daycare & preschools in Park Forest, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Park Forest

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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    Children First Learning Academy INC
    2.85 score
    1.7(5)

    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.

    Staff treat children with care

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Park Forest based on parent reviews

Pk'S Christian Learning Site 2 INC

5(3)

9 North St, Park Forest, IL

Prairie Child Care - Algonquin

4.2(3)

170 Algonquin St, Park Forest, IL

Children First Learning Academy INC

1.7(5)

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.

Staff treat children with care

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Park Forest, Illinois

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.

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Park Forest

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Pk'S Christian Learning Site 2 INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9 North St, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 748-1000
Prairie Child Care - Algonquin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
170 Algonquin St, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 606-7083
Children First Learning Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.7

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.

Staff treat children with care
Address
94-96 Orchard Drive, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 738-1659
Base - Illinois
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
210 Illinois St, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 606-7083
Tender Touch Daycare Nfp
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership (Owner Alicia and Director LaNeeka)developmental progress
Address
266 Somonauk St, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 283-0782
Base Pre K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
210 Illinois Street, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 606-7083
Illinois Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
303 Illinois Street, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 747-9020
Illinois Montessori Children'S House INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
305 Illinois St., Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 283-4310

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Park Forest, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Park Forest, 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 Park Forest for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Park Forest 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.