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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Woodstock, IL

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Woodstock. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Woodstock, Illinois at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Woodstock has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60098 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Woodstock

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
    Grace Lutheran Preschool
    4.36 score
    4.5(13)

    1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    These reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than its preschool program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, worship services, music, and facility. The church is also recognized for its community outreach and support programs for families in need.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship services and musicbeautiful facility and groundsstrong community outreach programs
  2. 2
    House Of Children INC
    4.25 score
    4.4(8)

    2521 Harding Ln, Woodstock, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    House of Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, strong parent communication, and engaging activities. The facility offers programs from infancy through pre-K, plus summer camp and field trips. One parent raised concerns about COVID-19 protocol compliance.

    Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationengaging curriculum and activitiesprograms for multiple age groups

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Woodstock

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Woodstock zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
600986
4.53
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Woodstock (24–126 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Woodstock based on parent reviews

Grace Lutheran Preschool

4.5(13)

1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL

These reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than its preschool program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, worship services, music, and facility. The church is also recognized for its community outreach and support programs for families in need.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship services and musicbeautiful facility and grounds

House Of Children INC

4.4(8)

2521 Harding Ln, Woodstock, IL

House of Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, strong parent communication, and engaging activities. The facility offers programs from infancy through pre-K, plus summer camp and field trips. One parent raised concerns about COVID-19 protocol compliance.

Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationengaging curriculum and activities

Hearthstone Early Learning Center

4.2(4)

350 Christian Way, Woodstock, IL

Several parents highlight the center's caring, Christ-centered environment and dedicated staff, noting that the peace of mind they feel allows them to focus on their work. Conversely, one review reports a serious safety incident involving a concussion and alleges that security camera footage was non-functional for years.

caring staffindividualized attentionChrist-centered environment

St. John'S Lutheran Preschool

5

401 Saint Johns Rd, Woodstock, IL

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Daycare types in Woodstock

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Woodstock, Illinois

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Woodstock, 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 Woodstock have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.53 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Woodstock, 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 Woodstock

Showing 5 results

St. John'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 Saint Johns Rd, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-5185
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than its preschool program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, worship services, music, and facility. The church is also recognized for its community outreach and support programs for families in need.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship services and musicbeautiful facility and grounds
Address
1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-0554
House Of Children INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

House of Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, strong parent communication, and engaging activities. The facility offers programs from infancy through pre-K, plus summer camp and field trips. One parent raised concerns about COVID-19 protocol compliance.

Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationengaging curriculum and activities
Address
2521 Harding Ln, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 337-4663
Hearthstone Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Several parents highlight the center's caring, Christ-centered environment and dedicated staff, noting that the peace of mind they feel allows them to focus on their work. Conversely, one review reports a serious safety incident involving a concussion and alleges that security camera footage was non-functional for years.

caring staffindividualized attentionChrist-centered environment
Address
350 Christian Way, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-1954
Crystal Lake Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3013 S Country Club Rd, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-0013

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Woodstock, 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 Woodstock have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Woodstock, 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
Woodstock offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Woodstock for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Woodstock 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.