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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Quincy, IL

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Quincy. Average rating: 3.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Quincy, Illinois at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
3.88/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Quincy has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 28 parent reviews averaging 3.88/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Quincy

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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    Ymca School-Age
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    3101 Maine St, Quincy, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Reviews praise the YMCA School-Age facility for friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality equipment. Parents appreciate the convenient hours and variety of amenities available for children and families. The overall experience is described as positive with a good atmosphere.

    Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesquality equipmentextended hours (open 24 hours on weekdays)

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Quincy

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Quincy (100–396 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Quincy based on parent reviews

Kiddie Korner Day Care Center

5(2)

4000 State St, Quincy, IL

One parent describes Kiddie Korner as absolutely amazing and the best choice for their family, highlighting specific staff members by name. Another review simply states that the center is the best in Quincy, Illinois.

Excellent staff including Mrs. AprilFranand Mrs. Shelly

Ymca School-Age

4.2(20)

3101 Maine St, Quincy, IL

Reviews praise the YMCA School-Age facility for friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality equipment. Parents appreciate the convenient hours and variety of amenities available for children and families. The overall experience is described as positive with a good atmosphere.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesquality equipment

Blessing Lauretta M. Eno Child Care

4(4)

615 N 10th St, Quincy, IL

One parent describes the center as polite, helpful, and dependable with a learning atmosphere, while another notes it is restricted to hospital employees. However, feedback highlights significant concerns regarding high costs, poor communication between day and night staff, and inadequate supervision leading to safety issues.

polite staffhelpful staffdependable childcare

Cheerful Home Childcare & Early Learning

2.3(1)

315 S 5th St, Quincy, IL

One parent reports losing a reserved spot shortly before the start date after being told no deposit was required, citing miscommunication during the director's absence. The reviewer expresses distrust in the facility's ability to honor reservations.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Quincy, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Quincy, 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 Quincy have an average rating of 3.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.88 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Quincy, 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 Quincy

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Kiddie Korner Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Kiddie Korner as absolutely amazing and the best choice for their family, highlighting specific staff members by name. Another review simply states that the center is the best in Quincy, Illinois.

Excellent staff including Mrs. AprilFranand Mrs. Shelly
Address
4000 State St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 223-0084
Ymca School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews praise the YMCA School-Age facility for friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality equipment. Parents appreciate the convenient hours and variety of amenities available for children and families. The overall experience is described as positive with a good atmosphere.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesquality equipment
Address
3101 Maine St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 222-9622
Blessing Lauretta M. Eno Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the center as polite, helpful, and dependable with a learning atmosphere, while another notes it is restricted to hospital employees. However, feedback highlights significant concerns regarding high costs, poor communication between day and night staff, and inadequate supervision leading to safety issues.

polite staffhelpful staffdependable childcare
Address
615 N 10th St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 223-8400
Cheerful Home Childcare & Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent reports losing a reserved spot shortly before the start date after being told no deposit was required, citing miscommunication during the director's absence. The reviewer expresses distrust in the facility's ability to honor reservations.

Address
315 S 5th St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 228-0654
Caywoods Youth Center III INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes the facility as unbelievably friendly and notes that their daughter loves the staff, calling it the best daycare around. There are no negative comments reported in this single review.

friendly staffchild enjoymenthigh quality of care
Address
3700 E Lake Ctr, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 223-8485

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Quincy, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Quincy have an average Google rating of 3.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Quincy, 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 Quincy for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Quincy 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.