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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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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
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
Butler Children'S Preparatory Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Butler Children's Preparatory Ltd receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the quality of teaching staff, academic progress of their children, modern facilities, and nurturing environment. The center is noted for its strong curriculum, excellent communication with parents, and caring leadership.

Excellent teachers and staffstrong academic curriculumchildren excited to attend
Address
17 E Pearson St, Fl 1st, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 643-1401
Kidz Creative Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kidz Creative Corner receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend, with strong communication from teachers about development and progress. The center is noted for providing quality early education with age-appropriate activities across infant through pre-K classrooms.

Kind and patient teacherschild enthusiasm at drop-off and pickupstrong communication with parents
Address
3811 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 642-4332
Growing Seeds Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Growing Seeds Preschool LLC receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, educated staff, engaging theme-based curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balance of play-based learning and structured activities, clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, and strong teacher relationships that help children thrive socially and academically.

Warm and welcoming staffhighly educated teachersengaging theme-based curriculum
Address
2750 North Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 251-7563
Little Green Tree House
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1929 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 492-9876
L And L Luvable Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2540 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(872) 666-3564
Ramonas Lovely Touch Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9100 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 721-2000
Tiny Giants Early Learning Nc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tiny Giants Early Learning NC receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing environment and strong staff commitment to child development and safety. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, excellent communication, enriching programs, and individualized attention. One parent noted the facility's strict illness policies require frequent pickups and doctor's notes, which may be challenging for working parents.

caring and attentive staffsafe environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
3911 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 683-1333
Pink Tower Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3420 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 817-4746
Allison'S Infant And Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
440 E 71st St, # 442, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 952-4391
Lee'S Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
625 South Main Street, Dupo, IL
Phone
(618) 286-5794
Kids Of Hope Child Development Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kids of Hope Child Development Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the owner Ms. Hope and her staff for providing warm, caring, and professional childcare. Parents highlight the clean facility, educational activities, cultural celebrations, and family-like atmosphere where children thrive socially and emotionally. The center is noted for going above and beyond in accommodating families and providing support during difficult times.

Caring and professional staffClean and well-organized facilityOwner Ms. Hope is compassionate and accommodating
Address
4001 State St, E Saint Louis, IL
Phone
(618) 874-4673
Two Rivers Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2040 - 53rd St, Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 797-8925
Lucky Charms Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
308 13th Street, Rapids City, IL
Phone
(309) 737-5655
Connor Of Pawnee Dba Pawnee Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
308 Carroll St, Pawnee, IL
Phone
(217) 646-8217
Auburn Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1222 W Jackson St, Auburn, IL
Phone
(217) 438-4444
Kimmy Kare'S Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1103 W Calhoun Ave, Springfield, IL
Phone
(217) 638-3965
Home Sweet Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Home Sweet Home is a family-oriented daycare in Springfield, Illinois with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and positive developmental outcomes for children of all ages and abilities. Multiple families have multi-generational attendance, indicating strong long-term satisfaction.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmosphereindividualized attention to each child
Address
405 S Grand Ave W, Springfield, IL
Phone
(217) 303-1144
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
540 N Commercial St, Ste 180, Harrisburg, IL
Phone
(618) 841-2238
Coop Nursery School Of Champaign-Urbana
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Cooperative Nursery School for its warm, community-oriented environment where parents actively participate in classroom activities. The school features well-organized classrooms, caring teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible transitions for young children. Multiple reviewers highlight the strong sense of family and lasting friendships formed through the cooperative model.

parent involvement in classroomaffordable tuitionclean and well-organized facilities
Address
602 W Green St, Urbana, IL
Phone
(217) 384-1128
Little Blessings Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
125 Jackson St, Walnut, IL
Phone
(815) 379-2645
Kiddie Korner Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4000 State St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 223-0084
Katie'S Country Kids INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
850 W Wall St, Mulberry Grv, IL
Phone
(618) 326-7733
The First Step Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The First Step Day Care Center in Belvidere, Illinois receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the kind and engaging staff, safe environment, structured activities, and strong parent communication as key strengths. Multiple parents report their children love attending and have stayed enrolled for 2-3 years.

Kind and caring staffsafe environmentengaging teachers
Address
620 Logan Ave Side Unit, Belvidere, IL
Phone
(815) 544-0404
Ywca Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
315 Buena Vista Ave, Pekin, IL
Phone
(309) 347-2104
Marshall First Step Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Marshall First Step Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the staff, particularly Ms. Cassie, for being kind and compassionate, and highlight that children are well-prepared for kindergarten with strong skill development.

Kind and patient staffstrong curriculum and skill developmentage-separated classes (preschool and pre-K)
Address
116 N 6th St, Marshall, IL
Phone
(217) 826-3030
All Smiles Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
348 West R.R. Street, Aviston, IL
Phone
(618) 228-7000
Little Learners Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1118 Bond St, Lawrenceville, IL
Phone
(618) 554-1875

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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.