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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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Tippy Tot Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tippy Tot Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, show measurable progress, and feel genuinely loved by caregivers. The center is noted for strong parent communication, flexible scheduling, educational field trips, and staff who go above and beyond in their dedication.

Loving and caring staffclean facilityflexible scheduling
Address
9135 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 629-6455
Gifted Children Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Gifted Children Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising its safe environment, educational quality, and friendly staff. However, two recent negative reviews cite unprofessional and rude behavior from staff during initial inquiries, creating an unwelcoming first impression for prospective parents.

Safe and clean facilitystrong academic focus on reading and writingfriendly teachers
Address
1522 W Howard St, #24, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 608-0343
Eastside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Eastside Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and experienced staff, engaging activities, and strong kindergarten preparation. The facility is noted for responsive communication, child safety, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend.

Caring and attentive staffengaging summer activitiesreliable school transportation
Address
13338 S Brandon Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 646-2223
Diversey Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Diversey Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff. Parents highlight significant child development and learning progress, bilingual education, small class sizes, and affordable pricing with administrative support for payment assistance programs.

Attentive and patient staffdocumented child milestones and developmentbilingual curriculum (English and Spanish)
Address
5859 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 420-1514
El Ruisenor Azul Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

El Ruisenor Azul Academy is a bilingual, outdoor play-focused daycare in Chicago with mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism and family-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported unprofessional handling of their active child and a fall incident. Most reviewers highlight the theme-based curriculum, bilingual education, and helpful director.

Family-like atmosphereprofessional and caring staffbilingual/Spanish instruction
Address
7008 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 654-3284
Wonder Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5636 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 509-1296
Extreme Day Care 123 Loft
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1444 S Cicero Ave, Cicero, IL
Phone
(708) 477-6910
Tiny Tots Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tiny Tots Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 4-5 stars. Parents commend the caring and professional staff, clean facility, educational activities, extended hours, and attentive communication. Multiple parents noted significant improvements in their children's development and comfort levels.

Caring and professional staffclean facilityextended operating hours until 8pm
Address
2409 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 359-4650
Kenyatta'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kenyatta's Day Care for its loving, family-oriented environment and effective educational approach. Children show notable developmental progress in language, learning, and social skills. The center is recognized for stable staffing, regular parent communication, and personalized daily reports.

Caring and attentive staffchild developmental progresslow staff turnover
Address
2334 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-3777
First Step Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

First Step Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care, patience, and dedication of staff members, particularly Ms. Kim, Ms. Erin, Ms. Brie, and Director Ms. Kemena, who create a warm, nurturing environment where children develop academically and socially.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong child development outcomes
Address
22025 Governs Hwy, Richton Park, IL
Phone
(708) 747-3000
Precious Heart Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2301 W Roosevelt Rd, Broadview, IL
Phone
(708) 450-9783
Jones Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4344 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 536-3257
Vocel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

VOCEL appears to be a support organization for new and young mothers rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the comprehensive services provided, including housing assistance, job training, educational support, and baby supplies, along with a clean and welcoming facility.

Comprehensive support services for new mothersjob and education assistancefree baby supplies and diapers
Address
5317 W Chicago Ave, Fl 1st, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 887-3736
Together Wee Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Together Wee Grow receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff care, child development, and nurturing environment. Nine of ten reviews give 5-star ratings, with parents praising the staff's dedication and their children's happiness. One parent reported a negative phone experience with staff being unhelpful and rude during an initial inquiry call.

Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong educational foundation
Address
4932 Benchmark Centre Dr, Swansea, IL
Phone
(618) 624-8000
Discovery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Discovery School in O'Fallon receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents. Reviews highlight the quality of care, nutritious meals, and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and gaining independence.

Nutritious and tasty mealscaring and compassionate teachersstrong staff quality
Address
810 Oberneufemann, O'Fallon, IL
Phone
(618) 632-3670
Kiddie Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kiddie Scholars receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, and developmental programs. However, two parents reported serious concerns including child injuries, inadequate communication about incidents, lack of educational curriculum, and inappropriate discipline.

Welcoming and caring staffclean facilityengaging activities
Address
20915 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL
Phone
(708) 481-7190
Kids Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kids Academy LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the clean environment, caring staff, and educational quality. However, one parent reported a negative experience with the director and owner, describing them as rude and confrontational. The facility has been operating since 2011 and serves families with children from infancy through preschool age.

Clean environmentcaring and loving staffhands-on director
Address
2547 W Lithuanian Plaza Ct, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 434-1919
Lakefront Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lakefront Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its comprehensive academic curriculum, experienced staff, and nurturing community environment. Parents highlight strong preparation for kindergarten and selective schools, with children developing advanced literacy, math, social, and emotional skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and enrichment programs like piano lessons and language instruction.

Experienced owner and long-tenured staffstrong academic preparationsmall class sizes
Address
400 E Randolph St, Fl 6b, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 819-1760
Living Witness Learning Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Living Witness Learning Daycare Center receives predominantly positive reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, learning environment, and socialization opportunities for children ages 2-12. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness and school preparation focus. Two negative reviews mention bad experiences but provide no details.

Experienced and caring staffexceptional leadershipclean facility
Address
4159 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 427-1011
Lets Learn Childrens Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise LETS LEARN CHILDRENS ACADEMY INC for its caring staff and strong leadership under Ms. Janenne. The facility is commended for maintaining high nutritional standards, recent renovations, and creating a supportive learning environment where children feel at home.

Loving and caring staffstrong leadership and managementadherence to nutritional guidelines and food allergy accommodations
Address
17660 Kedzie Ave, Hazel Crest, IL
Phone
(708) 960-4045
Little Hearts Learning Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Little Hearts Learning Academy as a loving, nurturing environment where children are engaged, happy, and make significant developmental progress. Staff members provide individualized attention and genuinely care about each child's education and well-being. The facility is clean, safe, and affordable with owners who maintain an active presence.

Individualized attentionchildren excited to attendaffordable pricing
Address
3355 183rd St, Homewood, IL
Phone
(708) 769-3041
Prairie Child Care - Algonquin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
170 Algonquin St, Park Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 606-7083
Song Bird Academy & Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Song Bird Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise it as a nurturing, safe environment with caring staff and good teacher-to-student ratios, noting their children adjusted well and flourished there. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about financial responsibility, staff turnover, payroll issues, and safety corners being cut.

Safe and nurturing environmentcaring and attentive staffgood staff-to-student ratio
Address
1908 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 469-5474
Leaps And Bounds Learning Ctr LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Leaps and Bounds Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, clean and well-maintained facilities, and strong communication through their app system. Multiple families report feeling at ease leaving their children and highlight the center's commitment to learning activities, outdoor space, and individual child development. All reviewers who left did so due to relocation or children starting school, not dissatisfaction.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityhot meals provided
Address
155 Lincoln Place Ct, Belleville, IL
Phone
(618) 234-5327
Aldridge Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
489 27th St, East Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 755-5031
First Impressions
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

First Impressions receives consistently high praise from parents who describe the staff as caring, nurturing, and treating children like family. Parents highlight strong educational outcomes, excellent communication with daily updates and photos, and a safe, loving environment where children thrive from infancy through pre-K.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like treatment of childreneducational programming (Spanish
Address
1145 S College St, Springfield, IL
Phone
(217) 525-6075
Little Wings LLC Dba Little Wings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Wings LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, and strong educational programming. Parents report their children are happy, well-supervised, and feel included regardless of special needs. One negative review from 2015 alleged billing and data handling issues.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parents
Address
205 E Frost, Rantoul, IL
Phone
(217) 893-9022
Little Sprouts Daycare And Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
200 S School St, Ste B, Lanark, IL
Phone
(815) 297-4362
Ymca School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews praise the YMCA School-Age facility for friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality equipment. Parents appreciate the convenient hours and variety of amenities available for children and families. The overall experience is described as positive with a good atmosphere.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesquality equipment
Address
3101 Maine St, Quincy, IL
Phone
(217) 222-9622
Illinois Central College Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

These reviews appear to be for Illinois Central College, not the child care center. The reviews discuss college programs, facilities, and campus experience rather than daycare services for children.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
1 College Dr, East Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 694-5116

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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.