
Browse all 29 child daycare & preschools in Peoria, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare 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.
1700 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 36 children
Salem Lutheran Church Nursery School in Peoria receives consistently positive reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring, communicative staff, small class sizes allowing individual attention, strong kindergarten preparation, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. Children reportedly thrive both academically and socially.
1020 South Matthew Street, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children
Neighborhood House Day Care CT in Peoria receives consistently high praise from community members. The facility is recognized not only for child care and after-school programs, but also for its broader community impact including meals on wheels, food pantry services, and GED classes. Parents and patrons highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and strong community contribution.
8823 N Industrial Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 138 children
Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.
6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.
6521 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children
Polliwogs Child Care in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (7 five-star ratings) praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about toddler room supervision, staff responsiveness to parent concerns, and administrative handling of billing inquiries.
10720 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
Northminster Presbyterian Church's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Christ-focused environment, caring staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is well-maintained and offers quality preschool programs. However, the program has significant capacity limitations with a lengthy waiting list for the 2-year-old program.
1601 W Alta Rd, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children
AppleTree Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication through apps and updates, successful child development outcomes, and a warm, home-like environment that helps children thrive across all age groups from infants through preschool.
2327 West Willow Knolls Rd.#4, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children
PALS Preschool and Kindergarten receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented facility with attentive staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care for children, regular communication through photos and updates, and the welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children there.
809 W Detweiller Dr, Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children
123 You 'N Me Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, attentive, and individually responsive to each child. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety measures, educational programming, and long-standing owner involvement. One parent raised concerns about closure decisions during minor weather/power issues and full-day payment policies.
3601 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children
First Federated Church Preschools receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the knowledgeable and personal staff, strong faith-based community, and quality children's programming. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and professional care. One negative review cited rudeness from staff when calling.
Highest rated daycares in Peoria based on parent reviews
1020 South Matthew Street, Peoria, IL
Neighborhood House Day Care CT in Peoria receives consistently high praise from community members. The facility is recognized not only for child care and after-school programs, but also for its broader community impact including meals on wheels, food pantry services, and GED classes. Parents and patrons highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and strong community contribution.
8823 N Industrial Rd, Peoria, IL
Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.
6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.
6521 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL
Polliwogs Child Care in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (7 five-star ratings) praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about toddler room supervision, staff responsiveness to parent concerns, and administrative handling of billing inquiries.
1601 W Alta Rd, Peoria, IL
AppleTree Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication through apps and updates, successful child development outcomes, and a warm, home-like environment that helps children thrive across all age groups from infants through preschool.
2400 W Northmoor Rd, Peoria, IL
There are 29 child daycare & preschools in Peoria, Illinois, making up 76% of the 38 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.
When choosing a daycare in Peoria, 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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Neighborhood House Day Care CT in Peoria receives consistently high praise from community members. The facility is recognized not only for child care and after-school programs, but also for its broader community impact including meals on wheels, food pantry services, and GED classes. Parents and patrons highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and strong community contribution.
Polliwogs Child Care in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (7 five-star ratings) praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about toddler room supervision, staff responsiveness to parent concerns, and administrative handling of billing inquiries.
Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.
123 You 'N Me Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as caring, attentive, and individually responsive to each child. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety measures, educational programming, and long-standing owner involvement. One parent raised concerns about closure decisions during minor weather/power issues and full-day payment policies.
PALS Preschool and Kindergarten receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented facility with attentive staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care for children, regular communication through photos and updates, and the welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children there.
AppleTree Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication through apps and updates, successful child development outcomes, and a warm, home-like environment that helps children thrive across all age groups from infants through preschool.
Reviews describe a comprehensive fitness and recreation facility rather than a traditional daycare, with excellent amenities including gymnastics, cheer, swimming, and fitness classes. Parents praise the friendly staff, variety of activities for children and families, and overall quality of instruction. The facility is noted as family-friendly with extensive options for all ages.
A+ Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and staff. Reviews highlight exceptional teacher quality, strong curriculum (including StemScopes and Reggio approaches), individualized child care, and a nurturing environment. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and excited to attend daily.
The Wonder Playschool receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean facilities. However, a few parents reported concerns about teacher behavior in specific classrooms and administrative responsiveness to inquiries.
PALS Preschool & Kindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the facility's high health and safety standards, experienced educators, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. Parents report their children learn significantly and feel welcomed and valued. One negative review criticized the director's professionalism without providing details.
Children's Corner Child Development Center receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights caring staff, particularly Ms. Sheryl and Ms. Bell, and community support services. Negative reviews cite inconsistent crisis nursery availability and difficulty securing last-minute childcare slots.
ROGY'S NEW GENERATION INC. receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff and children's enjoyment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving inappropriate behavior from a bus driver.
This appears to be a hospital, not a daycare center. The reviews are for Proctor Hospital's emergency department and surgical services in Peoria, Illinois. Most reviewers praise clinical staff compassion and surgical care quality, though some report communication gaps, facility cleanliness issues, and concerning ED experiences.
Rogy's Learning Place-Candletree in Peoria receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, and strong child development focus, with many families maintaining enrollment for 6-7+ years.
Rogy's Learning Place-Big Hollow in Peoria receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring and dedicated staff, particularly director Molly and staff member Lisa. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing positively in a safe, clean environment with engaging activities.
Parents consistently praise ROGY'S LEARNING PLACE-GLEN OAK (also referred to as Cadence Academy Glen Oak) as an exceptional center with caring, professional staff and strong educational programming. Children show significant developmental growth and enjoy attending daily. The facility is described as clean, safe, and family-oriented, though tuition is noted as expensive.
ROGY'S LEARNING PLACE-ELWOOD receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teaching quality and staff. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving inappropriate behavior from a bus driver.
Bright Horizons Family Solutions (Little Friends) in Peoria, Illinois receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers who consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong security measures, STEM-based learning, excellent communication through the My Bright Day app, and individual staff members who form genuine bonds with children. Families report children are happy, thriving, and well-prepared for elementary school.
KinderCare Learning Center in Peoria has mostly positive reviews praising staff care and communication, though one recent review details serious operational and management issues including early closures, billing problems, and concerning director behavior. The majority of parents report positive experiences with caring teachers and good parent-teacher communication.
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