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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shorewood, IL

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Shorewood. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shorewood, Illinois at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Shorewood has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shorewood

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
    The Shorewood Early Learning Dcc INC.
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    651 Deerwood Dr, Shorewood, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

    The Shorewood Early Learning DCC Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and report strong satisfaction.

    warm and nurturing staffclean and safe facilityexcellent communicationflexible scheduling

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Shorewood

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

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shorewood (48–167 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shorewood based on parent reviews

The Shorewood Early Learning Dcc INC.

4.4(20)

651 Deerwood Dr, Shorewood, IL

The Shorewood Early Learning DCC Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and report strong satisfaction.

warm and nurturing staffclean and safe facilityexcellent communication

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Shorewood, Illinois

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood

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The Shorewood Early Learning Dcc INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Shorewood Early Learning DCC Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and report strong satisfaction.

warm and nurturing staffclean and safe facilityexcellent communication
Address
651 Deerwood Dr, Shorewood, IL
Phone
(815) 725-7878
Step By Step Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Step by Step Child Care Center in Shorewood receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent staff, particularly director Christine, strong communication, structured activities, and caring teachers. Parents report their children are happy, learning developmental skills, and treated like family.

Excellent director Christine and responsive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclear communication and daily up
Address
861 Center Ct, Unit A, # D, Shorewood, IL
Phone
(815) 714-2920
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Chesterbrook Academy of Shorewood receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing teachers and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently note their children's academic progress, social development, and excitement about attending school. The facility is described as clean, safe, and well-run with excellent communication and extracurricular activities.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong curriculum balancing play and educationclean and safe environment
Address
813 N River Rd, Shorewood, IL
Phone
(815) 577-2695

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shorewood, Illinois. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Shorewood have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shorewood 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.