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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in River Forest, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in River Forest. Average rating: 4.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

River Forest, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.85/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
4

River Forest has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.85/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60305 zip code, averaging 4.85 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in River 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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    River Forest Community Center Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    8020 Madison St, River Forest, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    River Forest Community Center Preschool is a multi-purpose community facility with consistently positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise it as a spacious, well-maintained venue with good amenities, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. However, reviews focus primarily on facility rentals and community programs rather than preschool/daycare operations.

    Pleasant quiet locationample parkingspacious roomsgood amenities

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in River Forest

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in River Forest, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

River Forest zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
603055
4.85
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in River Forest (16–193 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in River Forest based on parent reviews

Rose K Goedert Early Childhood Edu Ctr

5(4)

7200 Division St, River Forest, IL

Parents highlight the center's high accreditation and flexible hours, noting that staff and educators are exceptional and go above and beyond to create an enjoyable, educational experience. Reviewers report that children love attending daily and have learned significantly, with one parent suggesting the school deserves more than five stars.

highly accreditedflexible hours for working parentsexceptional staff and educators

River Forest Community Center Preschool

4.5(20)

8020 Madison St, River Forest, IL

River Forest Community Center Preschool is a multi-purpose community facility with consistently positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise it as a spacious, well-maintained venue with good amenities, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. However, reviews focus primarily on facility rentals and community programs rather than preschool/daycare operations.

Pleasant quiet locationample parkingspacious rooms

Concordia Univ Early Childhood Educ C

4.9(3)

7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL

Reviewers highlight the high quality of instruction and knowledgeable staff, with one parent noting their daughter's enjoyment of both preschool and summer programs. Another parent expressed interest in the center but noted their nearly three-year-old child is not yet ready for bathroom training.

High quality of careknowledgeable teaching staffenjoyable preschool and summer school programs

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Daycare types in River Forest

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in River Forest, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in River Forest, Illinois, making up 80% of the 5 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 River Forest have an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in River 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 River Forest

Showing 4 results

Rose K Goedert Early Childhood Edu Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's high accreditation and flexible hours, noting that staff and educators are exceptional and go above and beyond to create an enjoyable, educational experience. Reviewers report that children love attending daily and have learned significantly, with one parent suggesting the school deserves more than five stars.

highly accreditedflexible hours for working parentsexceptional staff and educators
Address
7200 Division St, River Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 714-9150
Concordia Univ Early Childhood Educ C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviewers highlight the high quality of instruction and knowledgeable staff, with one parent noting their daughter's enjoyment of both preschool and summer programs. Another parent expressed interest in the center but noted their nearly three-year-old child is not yet ready for bathroom training.

High quality of careknowledgeable teaching staffenjoyable preschool and summer school programs
Address
7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 209-3099
River Forest Community Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

River Forest Community Center Preschool is a multi-purpose community facility with consistently positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise it as a spacious, well-maintained venue with good amenities, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. However, reviews focus primarily on facility rentals and community programs rather than preschool/daycare operations.

Pleasant quiet locationample parkingspacious rooms
Address
8020 Madison St, River Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 771-6159
Mosaic Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7970 Lake St, River Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 834-3099

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in River Forest, Illinois, out of 5 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 River Forest have an average Google rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in River 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
River Forest offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 River Forest for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in River 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.