2,690 Child Daycare & Preschools in Illinois

The Shorewood Early Learning DCC Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and flexible scheduling. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and report strong satisfaction.

Parents consistently praise Lil' Einstein's Institute for Scholars, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. They highlight the caring, friendly staff, clean facility, and developmental progress children make in areas like language, social skills, and learning. Children are reported to enjoy attending and parents express high satisfaction with the center.

Parents consistently praise The Compass School (also known as The Gardner School) for its caring, professional staff who make children feel comfortable and excited about attending. Families highlight strong communication through daily updates and photos, developmentally appropriate activities, and a nurturing approach that supports both children's learning and emotional growth.

Belmont Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with several parents praising the staff's care, cleanliness, and positive learning environment for their children. However, some parents reported concerns about staff-to-child ratios, inconsistent staff training, unprofessional communication about incidents, and negative labeling of children's behavior.

Picket Fence receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff described as caring, attentive, and passionate about child development. The center offers diverse activities, strong communication, and a family-like environment. However, two parents reported serious safety concerns involving physical marks on their children and alleged missing video footage during DCFS investigations.

Most parents praise this daycare for its caring staff, clean facilities, and safe environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns including staff disrespect toward the disabled community, verbal and physical abuse, staff fighting in front of children, and inappropriate treatment of kids.

Sandbox Pre-School & Learning Center in Palos Hills receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, particularly for children with special needs. However, one parent reported a serious negative experience involving staff rudeness, failure to address bullying, and inadequate response to a child being hit.

Kidtropolis receives mostly positive reviews praising its warm atmosphere, professional staff, and child development outcomes. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about disease notification procedures and alleged inappropriate disciplinary actions toward a child.

GIFT 4 KIDS DAY CARE CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the owner Ms. Laci and staff members like Ms. Kenyatta and Ms. Lonnie for their warmth, engagement, and dedication to the children's development. The facility is described as a safe, nurturing community environment with strong educational activities and flexible payment policies.

Rainforest Preschool and Infant Center in Chicago's South Loop receives consistently high praise from parents. Teachers are described as nurturing, engaging, and genuinely caring, with strong administrative responsiveness. The center is particularly noted for its creative seasonal performances and art programs.

Child Life Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the learning environment, qualified teachers, and modern facilities. However, some parents report serious concerns about infant care standards, unprofessional management, and hygiene issues.

Irving Park Infant Toddler Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and knowledgeable staff, strong developmental learning outcomes, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates. The small center size allows staff to know all children personally, and the facility offers age-appropriate classrooms with outdoor play. One parent reported their daughter regressed during her time at the center.

Parents consistently praise My Friends Discovery Center for its compassionate, attentive staff and clean, well-organized facility. Families report their children are happy, excited to attend, and well cared for, with staff showing genuine love and concern for each child. The center is noted for strong communication, family involvement, and accommodations for special dietary and medical needs.

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Campus/Little Learners for its welcoming, clean environment and exceptional staff leadership under Director Michelle. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social-emotional skills, with parents appreciating regular communication and flexible scheduling options.

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who treat children with genuine care. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily updates and photos, engaging educational activities, and professional administration. Multiple long-term families express strong satisfaction and recommend the facility highly.

Great Beginnings Day Care Center in Roselle, Illinois receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting the caring staff, clean environment, strong child development outcomes, and family-like atmosphere. Parents particularly commend the owner Mrs. Val and note high satisfaction with safety, flexibility, and affordability.

Small World Daycare in Chicago receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring, loving staff who treat children like family, strong educational outcomes including language learning, and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form lasting memories with their teachers.

Children's Learning Center Littlejohn receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing staff and caring environment. Multiple parents report strong communication with teachers and positive developmental outcomes for their children. One negative review alleges mistreatment and neglect, contrasting sharply with the other accounts.

Academy for Children receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and personal attention their children receive. Parents emphasize strong communication, small classroom sizes, developmental support, and a nurturing environment that gives them confidence in their children's care.

Centro Infantil Consulo Lee Corretje receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with strong praise for caring staff, bilingual education, flexible scheduling, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews describe serious concerns about staff conduct, lack of accountability, and alleged mistreatment of children with behavioral challenges.

Parents consistently praise Little Achievers Child Care for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and well-organized with engaging daily activities, field trips, and special events throughout the year. Director Requita Brandy and the teaching staff receive particular recognition for their dedication to child development and family support.

These reviews do not pertain to the Harper College Child Learning Center daycare. The reviews are about Harper College, a community college in Palatine, Illinois, covering academic programs, student services, and extracurricular activities rather than childcare services.