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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Paxton, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Paxton. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Paxton, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.35/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Paxton offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.35/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Paxton

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
    Paxton Community Nursery School
    4.53 score
    4.9(7)

    601 S Fall St, Paxton, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    These reviews appear to be for a gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the equipment variety, spacious layout, and exceptionally friendly staff members Tracey and Denise. The facility is noted as wheelchair accessible with ample parking.

    Extensive equipment selectionspacious facilityfriendly and helpful staffwheelchair accessible
  2. 2
    Paxton Day Care Center
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    200 North Elm Street, Paxton, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Paxton Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback praising the compassionate, professional staff and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported concerning supervision issues during a pool outing, citing inattentive staff and inadequate staffing levels for the number of children.

    Kind and helpful directorcompassionate teacherseducational programshealth and safety precautions

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Paxton

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Paxton (20–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Paxton based on parent reviews

Paxton Community Nursery School

4.9(7)

601 S Fall St, Paxton, IL

These reviews appear to be for a gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the equipment variety, spacious layout, and exceptionally friendly staff members Tracey and Denise. The facility is noted as wheelchair accessible with ample parking.

Extensive equipment selectionspacious facilityfriendly and helpful staff

Paxton Day Care Center

3.8(5)

200 North Elm Street, Paxton, IL

Paxton Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback praising the compassionate, professional staff and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported concerning supervision issues during a pool outing, citing inattentive staff and inadequate staffing levels for the number of children.

Kind and helpful directorcompassionate teacherseducational programs

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Daycare types in Paxton

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Paxton, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Paxton, Illinois, making up 67% of the 3 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 Paxton have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Paxton, 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 Paxton

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Paxton Community Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews appear to be for a gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the equipment variety, spacious layout, and exceptionally friendly staff members Tracey and Denise. The facility is noted as wheelchair accessible with ample parking.

Extensive equipment selectionspacious facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
601 S Fall St, Paxton, IL
Phone
(217) 379-9697
Paxton Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Paxton Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback praising the compassionate, professional staff and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported concerning supervision issues during a pool outing, citing inattentive staff and inadequate staffing levels for the number of children.

Kind and helpful directorcompassionate teacherseducational programs
Address
200 North Elm Street, Paxton, IL
Phone
(217) 379-3865

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Paxton, Illinois, out of 3 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 Paxton have an average Google rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Paxton, 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
Paxton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Paxton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Paxton 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.