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2,690 Child Daycare & Preschools in Illinois

Browse 2,690 child daycare & preschools across Illinois. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Illinois

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Illinois can make the decision-making process smoother.

Illinois has about 3,069 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Illinois. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Illinois

There are 3,069 daycares in Illinois: 192 headstart facilities, 59 before/after school centers, 128 religious facility daycares, and 2,690 childcare and preschool centers.

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Maywood Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1108-10 West Madison Street, Maywood, IL
Phone
(708) 450-3500
Montessori Learning Center Of Edison Pk
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the directors' patience and care, noting significant improvements in their child's emotional behavior and speech through collaboration with therapists. The review praises the school's support with potty training, extracurricular activities, and a community focused on kindness and acceptance.

patient and caring directorscollaboration with speech therapists and social workersimprovement in separation anxiety and behavior
Address
6740 N Oliphant Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 774-1969
Mckinley Trumbull Park Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their daughter graduated well-prepared for kindergarten after attending this center-based program. The reviewer highlights the staff as being nice and attentive to their child's needs.

well-prepared for kindergartennice staffattentive staff
Address
10534 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 978-5341
Memito'S Academy For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Memito's Academy for Children receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the trustworthy, kind staff and welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and benefit from bilingual education and nutritious meals. The owners and teachers are consistently described as professional, friendly, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being.

Trustworthy and kind staffwelcoming family atmospherebilingual education (Spanish and English)
Address
2445 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 622-0296
New Trier Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a positive experience with attentive, individualized leadership and a supportive staff environment. Another family highlights the center's success in preparing children for kindergarten and its accommodating hours for working parents.

attentive and sweet leadershipindividualized carestrong teacher collaboration
Address
7 Happ Rd, Bldg B, Northfield, IL
Phone
(847) 784-7528
Northeastern Ill. University Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5500 N St Louis Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 442-4540
Northfield Community Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Northfield Community Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple families and years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, creative teaching staff, welcoming community atmosphere, and play-based curriculum with emphasis on outdoor exploration. The school's facilities, including a recently renovated playground and indoor gym, along with regular family social events, contribute to an exceptional preschool experience.

Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming communityplay-based curriculum with nature focus
Address
400 Wagner Road, Northfield, IL
Phone
(847) 446-1116
Northminster Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Northminster Nursery School in Evanston receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, play-based curriculum, strong community atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities as standout features. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental growth in confidence, creativity, and social skills.

Warm and welcoming staff who genuinely care about childrenexperienced teachers with high tenureplay-based and developmentally appropriate curriculum
Address
2515 Central Park, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 869-9210
Northwest Suburban Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the welcoming environment and staff's individualized, caring approach, noting that children enjoy attending. Specific teachers are praised for their positive impact, with families expressing gratitude for the safe and engaging atmosphere.

welcoming environmentcaring staffindividualized attention
Address
1755 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL
Phone
(847) 299-5103
Northwest Suburban Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the school's Montessori approach, noting its focus on simplicity, discipline, and holistic personality development. Parents appreciate the joyful environment, spacious classrooms, and multi-age settings that foster leadership and compassion.

Montessori curriculummental growthpersonality development
Address
800 North Fernandez, Arlington Heights, IL
Phone
(847) 259-6044
Montessori Academy Of Morton Grove
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's small class sizes and experienced staff, noting that children thrive in a nurturing, family-oriented environment. Reviewers appreciate the use of Montessori methods to build independence, along with enriching activities like dance and music. Communication via the Brightwheel app is cited as a key strength for keeping families informed.

small class sizecaring and patient teachersMontessori-based independence
Address
9320 Waukegan Rd, Morton Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 682-5856
Alphabet Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Alphabet Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and secure facilities. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and prepared for school transitions. Communication with families through the ProCare app and daily photos is highlighted as excellent.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitiessecure environment with controlled access
Address
9220 Broadway Ave, # 22, Brookfield, IL
Phone
(708) 485-0303
Poko Loko School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Poko Loko School Inc receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, nurturing staff, clean and well-maintained facility, engaging activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Families report their children are happy, well-cared for, and experience meaningful learning and development.

Warm and welcoming staffexperienced and compassionate teachersclean and well-maintained facility
Address
5645 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 966-8132
Wyspa Dzieci Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Wyspa Dzieci Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment that supports both academic and emotional development. Children are reported to thrive through engaging, play-based activities and creative learning experiences. The center's emphasis on Polish language and culture immersion is highlighted as a unique benefit.

Warm and caring staffsafe and clean facilityengaging daily activities
Address
755 Huehl Rd, Northbrook, IL
Phone
(224) 235-4385
Prims Dba Montessori Academy Of Ill
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Montessori Academy of Illinois for its authentic implementation of Montessori philosophy, nurturing environment, and caring staff. Children reportedly develop academic skills, independence, confidence, and emotional growth while feeling safe and valued. Families describe the school as a second home with strong leadership and personalized attention to each child's development.

Authentic Montessori approachcaring and dedicated staffwell-prepared environment
Address
418 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL
Phone
(847) 292-1229
Creative Paths Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Creative Paths Learning Center (also referenced as Happy Day Educare) for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment with genuinely caring owners and staff. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, thoughtful curriculum balancing education and play, and attention to nutrition with organic meals. Children reportedly look forward to attending and parents feel at ease knowing their children are well cared for.

Kind and caring owners (Sam and Grace) who are hands-on and involvedattentive and qualified staffclean facility
Address
5129 Dempster St, Skokie, IL
Phone
(224) 534-7261
Little University INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise this daycare for creating a warm, welcoming environment where children feel comfortable and loved. Teachers are described as caring, professional, and dedicated, with children showing quick adjustment and daily learning. The facility is noted for its rich curriculum, healthy homemade food, cleanliness, and positive atmosphere.

Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming environmentquick child adjustment
Address
1250 Radcliffe Road, Buffalo Grove, IL
Phone
(847) 577-7557
Schaumburg Prk Dist Shephard Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
421 N Springinsguth Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 490-7036
Oak Leaf Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a clean, energetic environment where children appear happy and engaged while staff seem enthusiastic. The reviewer highlights that parents feel worry-free dropping off their children and recommends the facility for its positive experiences.

clean facilityenergetic atmospherehappy and learning children
Address
200 Lake St, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 434-5705
Abc Toon Town II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

ABC Toon Town II receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility for exceptional, loving care of infants and toddlers. Parents highlight responsive staff, excellent daily communication, and a welcoming environment where children are happy, well-fed, and developmentally supported. The center is consistently described as an integral part of the community with staff that parents trust completely.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appresponsive administration
Address
411 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 848-0701
Oak Park Friends School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent notes that the staff is engaging and fosters strong friendships among children, while another describes the atmosphere as friendly and positive despite a quirky tradition of singing nursery rhymes. The few reviews highlight the quality of after-school and summer camp programs alongside a welcoming management team. No specific complaints regarding childcare quality are mentioned in the available feedback.

engaging staffstrong friendships among childrenfriendly management
Address
1192 S Cuyler Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 247-5772
Bright Minds Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14633 Winchester Ave, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 940-5188
Hugs & Snugs Day Care Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights their positive experience with the staff, describing them as polite, embracing, and knowledgeable. The reviewer expressed immediate confidence in the center and noted no concerns after their child's first day.

polite staffwelcoming atmosphereknowledgeable personnel
Address
72 E 147th St, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 210-2000
Afterschool Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes After School Zone as a high-quality, safe, and caring environment where staff build strong relationships with both children and parents. The reviewer expresses specific appreciation for the teachers and their engagement with families.

safe environmentcaring atmospherehigh-quality care
Address
15924 Halsted St, Harvey, IL
Phone
(708) 331-4300
Childrens Ark Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Ark Academy, highlighting excellent teachers, a clean facility, and a welcoming environment where children enjoy attending. Reviews are uniformly positive with all 5-star ratings. One parent notes strong security practices.

Amazing teaching staffclean facilitycaring teachers
Address
8813 W 95th St, Palos Hills, IL
Phone
(773) 593-0697
Granny Smith L A & Outreach INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that the staff are attentive and effective at fostering learning rather than just play. The child is described as happy during drop-offs and reluctant to leave at pickup times.

attentive staffeducational focushappy child
Address
948 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL
Phone
(708) 825-9314
Children'S Montessori Language Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's Montessori Language Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the school's authentic Montessori approach, caring and skilled staff, and strong Spanish immersion program. Parents consistently report significant growth in their children's academic, social-emotional, and language development, with many maintaining connections to the school years after enrollment.

Authentic Montessori curriculumskilled and caring teachersSpanish immersio
Address
5903 S County Line Rd, Hinsdale, IL
Phone
(630) 468-5089
Green Beginnings LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Green Beginnings LLC is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Chicago's West Loop with perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, inviting environment, caring and attentive teachers, and engaged owners (Katie and Krissy) who are actively involved in daily operations. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents noting significant developmental growth and strong emotional connections to the facility.

Warm and cozy environmentcaring and attentive teachershighly engaged and present owners
Address
1436 W Randolph St, Ste 100, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 226-4256
Little Einsteins Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as very reliable.

reliable
Address
2896 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 592-1286
Smart Stuff Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Smart Stuff Learning Center in Chicago receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong developmental support for infants and toddlers. Parents consistently highlight their children's growth in academics, social skills, and language development, along with the center's communication, cleanliness, and engaging curriculum.

Caring and responsive staffdevelopmentally appropriate educationstrong communication (daily updates/pictures)
Address
3600 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 475-7615

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,690 child daycare & preschools daycares across Illinois. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Illinois are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Illinois, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Illinois sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Illinois vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.