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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Riverside, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Riverside. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Riverside, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Riverside offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.65/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Riverside

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
    Sts. Peter & Paul Ev Lutheran Church Pre
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    250 Woodside Rd, Riverside, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 14 children

    STS. Peter & Paul EV Lutheran Church Pre in Riverside is highly rated for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Most reviews praise the congregation and facility, though one negative experience was reported regarding perceived lack of support during a personal crisis.

    welcoming environmentfriendly staff and congregationaccommodatingtraditional church setting
  2. 2
    Riverside Presbyterian Preschool
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    116 Barrypoint Road, Riverside, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Reviews appear to be for Riverside Presbyterian Church rather than the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church building, atmosphere, and annual Handel's Messiah production. No actual daycare or preschool experiences are mentioned.

    Beautiful historic buildingfriendly welcoming communitypipe organ and acousticsrenowned annual musical performances

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Riverside

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Riverside (14–30 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Riverside based on parent reviews

Riverside Presbyterian Preschool

4.6(6)

116 Barrypoint Road, Riverside, IL

Reviews appear to be for Riverside Presbyterian Church rather than the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church building, atmosphere, and annual Handel's Messiah production. No actual daycare or preschool experiences are mentioned.

Beautiful historic buildingfriendly welcoming communitypipe organ and acoustics

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Daycare types in Riverside

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Riverside, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Riverside, 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 Riverside have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Riverside, 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 Riverside

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Riverside Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews appear to be for Riverside Presbyterian Church rather than the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church building, atmosphere, and annual Handel's Messiah production. No actual daycare or preschool experiences are mentioned.

Beautiful historic buildingfriendly welcoming communitypipe organ and acoustics
Address
116 Barrypoint Road, Riverside, IL
Phone
(708) 447-1520
Building Blocks Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
60 Akenside Road, Riverside, IL
Phone
(708) 447-3373

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Riverside, 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 Riverside have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Riverside, 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
Riverside offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Riverside for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Riverside 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.