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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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Bright Beginnings Child Care & Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
124 East Plummer Blvd, Chatham, IL
Phone
(217) 483-6833
Everyday Discoveries Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Everyday Discoveries for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. All reviews highlight visible child development, cleanliness, educational activities, and strong communication with families. The facility is frequently described as feeling like a second home where children thrive both socially and academically.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilityeducational and varied activities
Address
8823 N Industrial Rd, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 692-1571
O'Fallon Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
111 W 4th St, O Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 632-9403
Fun & Games Playschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
9629 Irving Park Rd, Schiller Park, IL
Phone
(847) 678-6363
Longfellow Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews do not pertain to Longfellow Center daycare. All reviews describe Longfellow Park in Oak Park, focusing on playground facilities, recreational amenities, and park maintenance rather than daycare services, staff, or child care quality.

Well-maintained parksplash padsandbox
Address
610 S Ridgeland Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 383-6909
Bright Smiles Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Smiles Daycare in Chicago receives consistent praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facility, and comprehensive educational programs. The owner Ms. Rami and teachers like Ms. Alexis, Ms. Mariah, and Ms. Ken are frequently highlighted for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine investment in children's growth. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong bonds formed between staff and students.

Experienced ownershi
Address
1703 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-1075
Montessori Children'S Community INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Montessori Children's Community for its nurturing Montessori-based learning environment, strong academic outcomes, and genuine sense of community. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with staff providing attentive, caring support across all developmental areas. Families describe the center as more than a school, forming lasting friendships and partnerships with staff.

Montessori teaching methodstrong academic preparationnurturing environment
Address
3424 Maple Ave, Brookfield, IL
Phone
(708) 485-9542
Angels Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Angels Day Care Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, nurturing environment, and particularly highlight the leadership and dedication of Ms. Sonia. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, speech, social skills, and emotional well-being.

Clean facilitycaring and attentive staff led by Ms. Soniastrong educational focus
Address
5117 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 769-8839
Oak Park And River Forest Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Oak Park and River Forest Day Nursery for its caring, professional staff who provide individualized attention and go above and beyond expectations. The center offers a well-rounded, play-based curriculum with community involvement, field trips, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with lasting positive memories.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communication with parentsplay-based curriculum
Address
1139 Randolph Street, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 383-8211
Little Folks Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Little Folks Day Care for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment that emphasizes early learning and child development. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental progress in their children and note that staff genuinely invest in each child's well-being. The facility has strong multi-generational loyalty, with families returning across generations.

Caring and attentive staffone-on-one time with teachersearly learning focus
Address
2527 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-0300
Lincoln Park Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Lincoln Park Cooperative Nursery School receives universal praise from parents for its child-centered, play-based approach and strong community involvement. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional, highly-educated teaching staff, supportive environment for both children and families, and the meaningful relationships and friendships formed within the school community.

Exceptional and patient teacherschild-led gentle separation approachparent involvement and
Address
1753 North Fern Court, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 944-5469
Red Wagon Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2201 7th Avenue, Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 797-2298
St. Joseph'S Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

St. Joseph's Pre-School is highly regarded by parents as part of a welcoming Catholic parish community. Parents praise the preschool program, particularly teacher Mrs. Conlin, and appreciate the enriching religious environment combined with engaging activities for children.

welcoming communitykind and friendly staffexcellent teacher (Mrs. Conlin)
Address
700 East Spruce, Chatham, IL
Phone
(217) 483-3772
The Joyful Noise Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Joyful Noise Christian Preschool in McHenry receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, attentive staff, individualized attention to children, and strong kindergarten readiness. Multiple families report multi-generational attendance and credit the school with helping shy or anxious children build confidence. One critical review urges families to avoid the school, though no specific concerns are detailed.

warm and professional staff
Address
2107 West Lincoln Road, Mc Henry, IL
Phone
(815) 344-5888
Scribbles Center For Learning INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Scribbles Center for Learning receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, communicative staff, engaging curriculum, and safe environment that keeps children excited to attend. The center successfully serves infants through school-age children with specialized support for diverse needs.

Compassionate and communicative staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsplay-based and academic curriculum
Address
1415 Woodbine Road, Bloomington, IL
Phone
(309) 665-0000
The Goddard School Vernon Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Experienced and caring teacherseffective curriculumsecure facilities
Address
461 Townline Rd, Vernon Hills, IL
Phone
(847) 680-1886
Rogy'S Learning Place Montgomery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise ROGY'S LEARNING PLACE MONTGOMERY for providing exceptional care in a warm, family-like environment. Staff members are described as caring, passionate, and communicative, with strong leadership from management. Children show enthusiasm for learning and development across all age groups.

Family-oriented atmospherecaring and passionate staffstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
2031 Mayfield Dr, Montgomery, IL
Phone
(630) 264-2031
Shepherd Of Valley Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2715 South Mulford Road, Rockford, IL
Phone
(815) 397-5880
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's educational curriculum, faith-based approach, supportive staff, and comprehensive community assistance programs including food pantry services and financial aid. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially while looking forward to attending.

Education-centered curriculumfaith-based programwarm and friendl
Address
6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 691-2333
Parent Cooperative For Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise PCEL for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Children benefit from enriching activities including music, Spanish, arts, and academics, with parents appreciating photo updates and strong teacher-child relationships. One parent reported poor communication regarding their child's rejection from the program.

Loving and caring stafffamily atmospherelow staff turnover
Address
5300 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 684-6363
Peachtree Nursery And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Peachtree Nursery and Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, cleanliness, and child care quality. Parents consistently highlight teachers Ms. Norma, Judy, and Rosie as caring and engaging. One negative review alleges rough handling of infants during drop-off.

Caring and patient staffclean environmentbilingual instruction (Spanish and English)
Address
3811 W. Fullerton, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 276-7670
Positive Kids Positive Futures
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Positive Kids Positive Futures for exceptional care, nurturing staff, and a family-like community atmosphere. The center is noted for strong educational support, individualized attention, and going beyond typical daycare services. Owner Mrs. West and her team are repeatedly highlighted for patience, kindness, and genuine investment in children's development and family support.

Patient and caring staffstrong educational curriculumsafe and loving environment
Address
1049 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 255-9076
St Dominick Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

St. Dominick Day Care in Mt. Prospect receives consistently high praise from parents who have sent their children there for years. Parents highlight the safe, welcoming environment, dedicated and caring staff, fresh home-cooked meals, and comprehensive educational program that prepares children for kindergarten while fostering social and creative development.

Safety and secure environmentfresh daily home-cooked mealsdedicated and compassionate teachers
Address
2020 E Camp Mcdonald Rd, Mt Prospect, IL
Phone
(847) 627-5527
Successful Beginnings Learning Cntr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Successful Beginnings Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring, attentive staff and strong educational focus. The center creates a family-like environment where children develop a genuine love for learning. One parent reported concerns about individualized instruction for advanced learners.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong academics and literacy skillssafe and fun environment
Address
105 E 142nd St, Riverdale, IL
Phone
(708) 849-3489
The Nook Daycare South Loop LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Nook Daycare South Loop receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, clean facility, excellent communication through daily app updates, and individualized attention to children's needs and dietary requirements.

warm and welcoming staffprofessional teachersclean and organized facility
Address
1929 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 526-3255
Swift Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Swift Child Care in Skokie receives high praise from parents for its friendly and supportive staff. Parents consistently highlight clean, spacious, and well-organized classrooms where children enjoy attending. The center is noted for flexibility with scheduling and maintaining strong relationships with families over many years.

friendly and helpful staffclean classroomsspacious and well-organized facilities
Address
8064 Lincoln Ave, Skokie, IL
Phone
(847) 675-6040
The Chalkboard INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
450 W Menomonee St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 266-2573
Brenda'S Kids Club Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Brenda's Kids Club for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. Leadership under Michelle is highlighted as exceptional, with families reporting peace of mind and strong milestone progress. Multiple parents with long-term experience (10+ years) recommend the center without reservation.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitychild development and learning focus
Address
3552 E 118th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 646-0007
Chiaravalle Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Chiaravalle Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the responsive, individualized approach to education and strong sense of community. Teachers are described as caring and engaged, and families report positive social and academic development. One review gave a 1/5 rating with no explanation.

Responsive to individual child needsstrong diverse communitycaring and engaged teachers
Address
425 Dempster, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 864-2190
Care-A-Lot II Early Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Care-A-Lot II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and educational development. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially. One negative review mentions lack of curriculum and behavior management concerns.

caring and loving teachersno tears at drop-offthemed weekly activities
Address
5522 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 763-0888

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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.