Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmette, IL
Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Wilmette. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Wilmette, Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 9
- Avg rating
- 4.75/5
- Parent reviews
- 26
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Wilmette has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60091 zip code, averaging 4.75 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmette
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.
- 1Sprouted Childcare Early Ed By One Hope4.58 score5(7)
3201 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
Parents praise CST Academy as an exceptional therapeutic preschool with a multidisciplinary approach combining speech, occupational, and behavioral therapy with traditional preschool instruction. Staff are described as highly professional, passionate, and genuinely invested in each child's success, with families noting significant developmental progress and strong communication throughout their experience.
Multidisciplinary team approachseamless integration of therapies with preschool curriculumprofessional and knowledgeable staffpersonalized instruction - 2Beth Hillel-B.J.E. Early Childhood Cntr4.34 score4.5(11)
3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children
Reviews praise the welcoming community and religious leadership at this synagogue-affiliated center. Parents highlight the friendly congregation, learning opportunities, and well-prepared services. Some comments address facility amenities and access issues rather than childcare quality.
Welcoming communityexcellent rabbi and cantorlearning opportunitieskind and loving staff
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Wilmette
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Wilmette, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Wilmette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60091 | 10 | 4.75 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Wilmette (16–200 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Wilmette based on parent reviews
Sprouted Childcare Early Ed By One Hope
3201 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL
Parents praise CST Academy as an exceptional therapeutic preschool with a multidisciplinary approach combining speech, occupational, and behavioral therapy with traditional preschool instruction. Staff are described as highly professional, passionate, and genuinely invested in each child's success, with families noting significant developmental progress and strong communication throughout their experience.
Beth Hillel-B.J.E. Early Childhood Cntr
3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette, IL
Reviews praise the welcoming community and religious leadership at this synagogue-affiliated center. Parents highlight the friendly congregation, learning opportunities, and well-prepared services. Some comments address facility amenities and access issues rather than childcare quality.
Banner Preschool
3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette, IL
One parent describes Banner Preschool as a warm, inviting, and creative environment run by dedicated teachers who foster a positive atmosphere for learning. Another review highlights that the child is so engaged and happy with the daily activities that they are reluctant to leave at pickup time.
St Joseph School
1740 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
Parents highlight the school's warm, academic, and fun preschool environment, noting that children thrive in the 2s and 3s programs. Feedback also emphasizes the faculty's personal commitment and the school's recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School, with one parent appreciating daily activity summaries and photos sent via email.
Rose Hall Montessori School
1140 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
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Daycare types in Wilmette
Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmette, Illinois
There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Wilmette, Illinois, making up 90% of the 10 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 Wilmette have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Wilmette, 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 Wilmette
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One parent describes Banner Preschool as a warm, inviting, and creative environment run by dedicated teachers who foster a positive atmosphere for learning. Another review highlights that the child is so engaged and happy with the daily activities that they are reluctant to leave at pickup time.
- Address
- 3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 251-3955
- Address
- 1140 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-2002
Parents praise CST Academy as an exceptional therapeutic preschool with a multidisciplinary approach combining speech, occupational, and behavioral therapy with traditional preschool instruction. Staff are described as highly professional, passionate, and genuinely invested in each child's success, with families noting significant developmental progress and strong communication throughout their experience.
- Address
- 3201 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-6600
Reviews praise the welcoming community and religious leadership at this synagogue-affiliated center. Parents highlight the friendly congregation, learning opportunities, and well-prepared services. Some comments address facility amenities and access issues rather than childcare quality.
- Address
- 3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-4507
Parents highlight the school's warm, academic, and fun preschool environment, noting that children thrive in the 2s and 3s programs. Feedback also emphasizes the faculty's personal commitment and the school's recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School, with one parent appreciating daily activity summaries and photos sent via email.
- Address
- 1740 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-7870
- Address
- 1125 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-5888
- Address
- 2031 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-2922
One parent describes the dayschool program as suitable for their family, highlighting the staff as wonderful. The review indicates a positive experience with no specific drawbacks noted.
- Address
- 3013 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 256-6600
- Address
- 3000 Glenview Rd, Wilmette, IL
- Phone
- (847) 920-3910
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities