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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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Kiddie Steps 4 You Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kiddie Steps 4 You receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the clean, secure facility, professional and caring staff, attentive director, and developmental programs including potty training and field trips. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care.

Clean and secure facilityProfessional and caring staffAccessible director
Address
1700 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 494-2208
Smart From The Start Armitage LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Smart From the Start Armitage receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight warm, caring, and patient teachers who provide excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and videos. The center is noted for its bilingual instruction, enrichment activities, strong community atmosphere, and individualized attention to child development.

Caring and patient teachersbilingual Spanish instructionfrequent parent communication via Brightwheel app with photos/videos
Address
4135 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 697-7057
Ladybug & Friends Dcc And Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ladybug & Friends receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, child development, and caring atmosphere. However, one recent review from December 2024 alleges inappropriate disciplinary action toward a two-year-old by the director, which was reported to DCFS.

Caring and encouraging staffstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive and approachable leadership
Address
5427 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 754-8524
Seeds Of Joy Daycare & Fitness Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Seeds of Joy Daycare receives mostly glowing reviews praising the quality of care, teacher dedication, and child preparation for kindergarten. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about understaffing, hygiene issues, and unprofessional handling of complaints.

Well-educated and caring teachersclean facilityhealthy environment
Address
850 W Eastwood Ave, Ste 1, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 944-1194
Peachtree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Peachtree Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, particularly Ms. Norma. The facility is described as clean, organized, and bilingual (English/Spanish), with children showing enthusiasm for attending. One 1-star review alleges rough handling of infants during arrival, contradicting the positive accounts.

Caring and patient staffparticularly Ms. Norma; Clean and organized facility; Bilingual i
Address
3817 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 276-7670
Little Einsteinss Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
3640 W Wrightwood Ave, # 3644, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 227-7809
Diana'S Daycare Center Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Diana's Daycare Center is highly regarded by parents for its clean, organized environment and experienced, caring staff led by Diana who has over 30 years in child care. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident their children are in a safe, nurturing, and educational setting. One parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone for enrollment inquiries.

Clean and organized facilityaffordableexperienced director with 30+ years in child care
Address
5961 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 334-3000
Kids R Our Stars INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kids R Our Stars Inc for its caring, professional staff and educational approach. The facility maintains strong safety standards, communicates regularly with parents, and creates a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Certified and educated staff with bachelor's and associate degreesdaily updates and pictures sent to parentsstrict safety and allergy protocols
Address
5615 W Cermak, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 656-5437
Discovery Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Discovery Academy is highly praised by parents for its professional, nurturing staff and strong focus on child development and learning. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere, effective communication with families, and comprehensive curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the center's care and educational approach.

Attentive and hands-on staffstrong health and safety protocolswarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
215 W 95th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 253-8090
Angels "R" Us Kidz Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Angels R Us Kidz Academy for exceptional staff care, educational development, and smooth transitions for children of various ages. Multiple reviewers highlight significant academic progress, strong teacher-child relationships, and a welcoming environment that eases parental concerns about childcare quality.

attentive and loving staffstructured learning activitiesacademic progress (literacy
Address
3941 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 373-6300
Corporate Child Care C.C.C.Learning Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

CCC Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the experienced staff, quality education, and developmental progress of their children. Parents highlight the center's affordability, friendly atmosphere, and success in preparing children for kindergarten and developing social skills.

Experienced and long-tenured staffreasonable pricingstrong academic preparation (reading
Address
610 South Canal Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 353-8686
The Ivy Academy & Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Ivy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report excellent staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a welcoming family-like environment. Parents highlight the dedication of individual teachers and note their children's happiness, learning progress, and reluctance to leave. Multiple families have used the center for several years and siblings, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.

Caring and dedicated staffchild development supportwelcoming environment
Address
545 Hiawatha Dr, Elgin, IL
Phone
(224) 281-4979
Alpha Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Alpha Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, strong academic curriculum, and family-like environment. Children are reported to excel academically and transition well to elementary school.

caring and attentive staffstrong academic foundationclean facility
Address
8422 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 445-4252
Hyde Park Neighborhood Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hyde Park Neighborhood Club is highly praised as a community resource offering daycare, after-school programs, and summer camps. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, diverse activities, and supportive environment for children's development.

Caring and committed staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs and activities
Address
5480 South Kenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 643-4062
Kalina Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kalina Preschool & Kindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, educational activities, and balanced curriculum. One 1-star review cited a negative phone interaction with staff. Overall, parents report children are engaged, learning, and developing well.

warm and caring teachersclean and safe environmenteducational and fun activities
Address
4100 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 604-8345
Literki Learning Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Literki Learning Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, professional facility with dedicated staff. Parents highlight excellent educational programming, strong emphasis on Polish culture and language, abundant outdoor activities, and quality food. Children are consistently reported to be happy, well-prepared for school transitions, and eager to attend.

Caring and well-trained teachersage-appropriate educationPolish language and culture instruction
Address
710 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
Phone
(847) 459-1234
Little Learners Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Learners Academy receives mostly positive reviews from parents who praise the cleanliness, caring staff, and educational development of their children. However, one parent reported serious concerns about unreported injuries. The facility appears to have strong teacher retention and creates a family-like environment.

Clean facilityexperienced and caring teachersstrong early childhood education (ABC's and 123's taught by age 2)
Address
11111 S Harlem Ave, Worth, IL
Phone
(708) 448-0758
Marillac Social Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Marillac Social Center receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the facility's comprehensive support services. Beyond daycare, parents highlight the center's assistance with basic needs including food pantry access, clothing, formula, and utility payment help. Staff members, particularly named individuals like Ms. Yvette Rudolph and Mama Ora Lomack, are frequently commended for their helpfulness and care.

Staff helpfulness and supportcomprehensive social services assistancefood pantry
Address
212 S Francisco Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 722-7440
Mckinneys Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise McKinneys Early Learning Academy for its educational focus and caring staff. Children show academic advancement in reading, writing, and math, while also engaging in creative activities and language learning. The owner and teachers are described as professional, flexible, and nurturing.

Strong academic curriculumchildren advanced for their agecaring and professional staff
Address
5743-45 W. Division, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 626-3151
See Me Grow And Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

See Me Grow and Learn receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, knowledgeable staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, excellent communication, clean facilities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The daycare is particularly noted for its ability to build trust with families and make children feel valued.

Caring and attentive staffstrong child development outcomesexcellent teacher-parent communi
Address
1345 E Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL
Phone
(847) 813-6892
Childrens Land On Milwaukee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Children's Land Learning Center in Glenview receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, engaging educational programs, and the visible happiness and development of their children.

Caring and friendly teachersclean facilityquality food
Address
1631 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, IL
Phone
(224) 500-3572
Soundgarden
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Soundgarden is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Wheeling, Illinois with strong academics, arts programming, and on-site meal preparation. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for elementary school. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting friendships.

on-site chef preparing freshnutritious meals dailywarm and caring staff
Address
149 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
Phone
(847) 520-6090
Veterans Park After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Veterans Park After School Care is highly rated for its facilities and events. Parents praise the clean, safe environment and nice venue spaces suitable for family gatherings. However, facility maintenance issues have been noted.

Great events for kidsclean facilitiessafe environment
Address
44 Golfview Dr, Northlake, IL
Phone
(708) 343-5270
Our Loving Arms Childcare Center INC #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Our Loving Arms Childcare Center #2 receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are engaged in learning, developing new skills, and thriving emotionally at the facility. The center is frequently recommended to other families seeking quality childcare in the South Suburbs.

Caring and professional staffDirector Ms. Shawn praisedPatient and welcoming teachers
Address
1645 Center Ave, Chicago Hts, IL
Phone
(708) 420-1820
Children Amer Orland Pk II LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Children of America Orland Park for its warm, welcoming staff, strong security measures including live cameras and secure entry, and detailed daily communication about their children's activities and development. Multiple parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, organized curriculum, and individualized attention, with many noting this is their preferred choice after trying other centers. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and respon

Address
16124 S La Grange Rd, Orland Park, IL
Phone
(708) 403-2719
New Generation Educator LLC (Dba Igelc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Ivy Garden Learning Center for its exceptionally caring and nurturing staff who treat children like family. The facility offers strong communication with parents via app updates, comprehensive meals/formula included in tuition, stable management, and enriching activities both indoors and outdoors. Multiple families report difficulty finding comparable care after relocating.

Loving and responsive staffexcellent daily communication via Bri
Address
1455 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 888-9108
Imagination Childrens Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Rainforest Children's Academy (also referred to as Rainforest West Loop) as an exceptional daycare with caring, creative staff and a nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental progress and enthusiasm about attending, with families highlighting the school's frequent special events like theatrical productions, art shows, and fashion shows. Multiple parents noted significant positive behavioral changes in their children during their time there.

Warm and caring teachers and staffcreative and enriching curriculumchildren eager to attend
Address
1144 W Madison St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 739-5437
Green Bean Day School & Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Green Bean Day School & Nursery receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing community environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong teacher-child relationships, engaging activities, and excellent communication from teachers.

caring and warm staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsengaging activities (art
Address
2214 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 360-1941
Ivy Garden Learning Center LLC Chinatown
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ivy Garden Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and strong emotional connections teachers build with children. Parents highlight exceptional communication, engaging activities, good meals, flexible policies, and a stable management team. Multiple families report being unable to find comparable care after relocating.

Kind and nurturing staffexcellent daily communication via appnutritious meals
Address
2350 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 863-1633
Ivy Garden Learning Cntr LLC Bridgeport
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ivy Garden Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the staff's exceptional care, nurturing approach, and strong child-teacher bonds. Parents consistently mention excellent communication, quality meals, enriching activities, and a well-maintained facility as key strengths. Multiple parents who relocated expressed difficulty finding comparable care elsewhere.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong child-teacher relationshipsexcellent d
Address
710 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 808-0811

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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.