Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Vernon Hills, IL
Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Vernon Hills. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Vernon Hills, Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 6
- Avg rating
- 4.8/5
- Parent reviews
- 54
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 2
Vernon Hills has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 54 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60061 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vernon Hills
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.
- 1The Goddard School Vernon Hills4.41 score4.6(11)
461 Townline Rd, Vernon Hills, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children
The Goddard School Vernon Hills receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the teachers, curriculum, facilities, and care quality. One detailed negative review cited concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, limited indoor play space, overly structured activities, and communication issues.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Vernon Hills
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Vernon Hills zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60061 | 6 | 4.8 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Vernon Hills (14–163 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
0
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Vernon Hills based on parent reviews
The Goddard School Vernon Hills
461 Townline Rd, Vernon Hills, IL
The Goddard School Vernon Hills receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the teachers, curriculum, facilities, and care quality. One detailed negative review cited concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, limited indoor play space, overly structured activities, and communication issues.
Little Learners Child Care
700 Lakeview Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL
One parent reports that their grandson attended for three years and thrived under the care of Ms. Ruth, Ms. Laura, Ms. Dina, and Ms. Amy. The reviewer describes the team as dedicated and caring, offering a high recommendation for the center.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Vernon Hills, Illinois
There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 54 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Vernon Hills, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent reports that their grandson attended for three years and thrived under the care of Ms. Ruth, Ms. Laura, Ms. Dina, and Ms. Amy. The reviewer describes the team as dedicated and caring, offering a high recommendation for the center.
- Address
- 700 Lakeview Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 996-6330
The Goddard School Vernon Hills receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the teachers, curriculum, facilities, and care quality. One detailed negative review cited concerns about inconsistent teacher quality, limited indoor play space, overly structured activities, and communication issues.
- Address
- 461 Townline Rd, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 680-1886
CDW at Play Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and strong academic preparation. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, personalized attention to children, and the center's ability to support children's social, emotional, and academic development from infancy through kindergarten preparation.
- Address
- 165 N Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 465-3431
KinderCare Learning Center in Vernon Hills receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight warm, caring staff, safe environments, quality curriculum, and children's genuine happiness and development at the center.
- Address
- 451 Creekside Dr, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 680-3835
- Address
- 21 W Hawthorn Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 322-0910
KinderCare Learning Center Vernon Hills receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean, well-maintained facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong leadership. The center is noted for excellent communication, educational activities, and staff stability. One parent reported significant issues with staff turnover, communication, administrative errors with subsidy paperwork, and billing problems.
- Address
- 5 E Phillip Rd, Vernon Hills, IL
- Phone
- (847) 680-7771
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