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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Vandalia, IL

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Vandalia. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Vandalia, Illinois at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
4
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Vandalia offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.13/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Vandalia

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Vandalia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
624716
4.13
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Vandalia (36–91 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Vandalia based on parent reviews

Horizons Child Care & Learning Center

5(1)

1803 Janette Dr, Vandalia, IL

One parent describes the facility as a great place. The single review provided does not mention any specific concerns or negatives.

Great place

Little Lambs LLC

3.8

717 W Randolph St, Vandalia, IL

Vandalia 1st United Methodist Preschool

3.6(3)

127 North 4th, Box 105, Vandalia, IL

One parent highlights the facility's impressive architecture and welcoming atmosphere, while another notes the staff are nice. However, a separate review warns of poor staff attitudes, unfair treatment of parents, and a lack of respect for single or divorced families, characterizing the environment as overly focused on religious image rather than child welfare.

Beautiful facility with stained glass windowshospitable congregationnice people

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Daycare types in Vandalia

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Vandalia, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Vandalia, Illinois, making up 83% of the 6 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 Vandalia have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 4 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Vandalia, 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 Vandalia

Showing 5 results

Horizons Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the facility as a great place. The single review provided does not mention any specific concerns or negatives.

Great place
Address
1803 Janette Dr, Vandalia, IL
Phone
(618) 283-9798
Little Lambs LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
717 W Randolph St, Vandalia, IL
Phone
(618) 283-9601
Vandalia 1st United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

One parent highlights the facility's impressive architecture and welcoming atmosphere, while another notes the staff are nice. However, a separate review warns of poor staff attitudes, unfair treatment of parents, and a lack of respect for single or divorced families, characterizing the environment as overly focused on religious image rather than child welfare.

Beautiful facility with stained glass windowshospitable congregationnice people
Address
127 North 4th, Box 105, Vandalia, IL
Phone
(618) 283-9845
Sunny Days Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1900 W Main St, Vandalia, IL
Phone
(618) 283-9733
Bright Beginnings Preschool/Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
129 N 8th St, Vandalia, IL
Phone
(618) 283-9342

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Vandalia, Illinois, out of 6 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 Vandalia have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Vandalia, 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
Vandalia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Vandalia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Vandalia 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.