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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rochester, IL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Rochester. Average rating: 3.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rochester, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Rochester offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 3.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rochester

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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    Beginning Steps Child Development Center
    3.75 score
    3.5(5)

    100 N Walnut St, Rochester, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Beginning Steps Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and attention to children. However, one review appears to be from a different business (restaurant) and should be disregarded. Parents highlight strong staff-child connections and convenient early drop-off times.

    staff attentiveness and carestrong connections with childrenearly drop-off times availablefriendly and amazing staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Rochester

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

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rochester (88–156 children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rochester based on parent reviews

Beginning Steps Child Development Center

3.5(5)

100 N Walnut St, Rochester, IL

Beginning Steps Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and attention to children. However, one review appears to be from a different business (restaurant) and should be disregarded. Parents highlight strong staff-child connections and convenient early drop-off times.

staff attentiveness and carestrong connections with childrenearly drop-off times available

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Rochester, Illinois

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Rochester, 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 Rochester have an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester

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Beginning Steps Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Beginning Steps Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and attention to children. However, one review appears to be from a different business (restaurant) and should be disregarded. Parents highlight strong staff-child connections and convenient early drop-off times.

staff attentiveness and carestrong connections with childrenearly drop-off times available
Address
100 N Walnut St, Rochester, IL
Phone
(217) 498-8095
Silverleaf Children'S Academy-Rochester
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
207 S Walnut St, Rochester, IL
Phone
(217) 679-2029

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rochester, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Rochester have an average Google rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rochester 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.