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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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Prodigy Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

PRODIGY CHILD LEARNING CENTER receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff, owner responsiveness, safe environment, and educational activities. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about hygiene, child care standards, staff professionalism, and health issues.

Great staffresponsive and flexible ownersafe environment
Address
1921 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-3100
Bode Preschool & Child Care Cntr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Bode Preschool & Child Care Center in Schaumburg receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and flexible staff, supportive owner Mrs. Sultana, and family-like environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from learning activities.

Caring and kind staffflexible and understanding ownerfamily-like atmosphere
Address
946 Bode Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 885-1256
Brite New Mind Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Brite New Mind Day Care Center as an excellent, clean facility with caring and professional staff. Reviews highlight significant child development improvements in language, motor skills, and social abilities, along with engaging curriculum and special activities. The black woman-owned business is noted for treating children with individual attention and maintaining high hygiene standards.

Clean facilityprofessional and caring staffchild development progress
Address
112 E 51st St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 924-3090
Centers For New Horizons INC Effie Ellis
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring teachers, clean facilities, and age-appropriate classroom organization. Children show noticeable development and growth, and families report feeling welcomed and valued. Staff professionalism and family-friendly environment are frequently highlighted.

Caring and loving teachersindividual age-bracket classroomsdaily reports
Address
4301 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 548-9839
Childrens Campus Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children's Campus Center for its caring, knowledgeable teachers, supportive management (particularly Director Sylvia), and engaging curriculum. The facility is noted for excellent communication via the Brightwheel app, nutritious meals, enrichment classes, and a family-like atmosphere that makes parents feel confident in their children's care.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong leadership and director communicationBrightwheel app for daily updates and photos
Address
7250 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 631-3632
Dist. #65 Sch. Age Child Care-King Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents generally praise the school's learning environment, teachers, and programs, with most giving perfect ratings. However, there is one serious concern about administrative handling of bullying and safety issues, and another complaint about food quality.

Fun and engaging teachersinteresting curriculumiPad technology for learning
Address
2424 Lake St, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 859-8300
El Hogar Del Nino/Cuidar
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

El Hogar del Niño/Cuidar receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the structured curriculum, caring teachers, and responsive administration, with one parent noting it was superior to other Chicago daycares. Negative reviewers report safety concerns, inadequate supervision, staff dishonesty, injuries to children, and unprofessional customer service.

Structured curriculumcaring and loving teachersresponsive administration and FSS
Address
1710-18 S Loomis, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 733-5584
Simba Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

SIMBA Child Care Center in Wood Dale receives mostly positive reviews praising teacher attentiveness, child happiness, and educational quality. However, one negative review criticized staff engagement and classroom management style.

Attentive and amazing teachersregular parent updateshappy children
Address
176 W Irving Park Rd, Wood Dale, IL
Phone
(630) 521-1820
Little Explorers Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
325 East Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 264-6400
His Grace Christian Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

His Grace Christian Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, engaging hands-on learning activities, and nurturing faith-based environment where children are happy and thriving.

caring and invested staffwarm and welcoming environmenthands-on seasonal activities
Address
1500 N Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL
Phone
(630) 271-9702
Adler Schools INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Adler Schools Inc receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, bilingual staff, child development, and a nurturing environment. However, some parents reported administrative issues including billing disputes with financial aid programs and enrollment/waitlist communication problems.

caring and engaged staffbilingual educationchild development and learning
Address
2239 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 728-1200
Academy Of Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Academy of Stars receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and knowledgeable staff, responsive director Lateef, clean facilities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with developmental progress across infant through pre-K ages. One parent noted the daycare has improved significantly under current management compared to older negative reviews.

caring and attentive teachersresponsive director communicationclean and safe facilities
Address
22012 N Pepper Rd, Lk Barrington, IL
Phone
(847) 382-7350
Abc Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

ABC Learning Center receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising the staff's professionalism, clean environment, and quality curriculum, but two 1-star reviews citing unprofessional management behavior, excessive cleaning focus, and concerns about child supervision.

Professional and passionate staffclean facilitysafe and nurturing environment
Address
401 W 95th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 614-8122
Kiddy Kare Preschool Site 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Kiddy Kare Preschool Site 1 receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and attentive staff who support child development and create a welcoming environment. However, two serious concerns have been raised: one regarding bathroom privacy practices and another alleging discriminatory treatment toward a child with ASD.

caring and compassionate teacherssmooth enrollment processaffordable pricing
Address
4444 S Kedzie Ave, # 4446, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 376-5622
U Chicago Child Development Center Drexe
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Most parents praise the daycare for its clean facilities, enriching curriculum, and caring staff, reporting their children are well-adjusted and excited to attend. However, some parents experienced concerning incidents including inattentive caregivers, food quality issues, and selective admissions practices that turned away a child with special needs.

Clean and well-equipped facilitystrong curriculum with both child-led and structured learningconvenient location near UChicago
Address
5610 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 256-0000
Prodigy Child Learning Center Annex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Prodigy Child Learning Center Annex has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, owner flexibility, safe environment, and educational activities. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about hygiene, staff conduct, nutrition practices, and child care quality.

Great staffresponsive ownerflexible with individual needs
Address
1934 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-3100
T & J Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

T & J Child Care Inc. receives universal praise from parents who highlight the caring, hands-on leadership of director Ms. Haynes and her qualified staff. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, safe, well-fed, clean, and receiving quality educational programming in a structured environment that meets DCFS standards.

Director Ms. Haynes is caring and hands-onQualified and friendly staffVery clean facility
Address
1576 Burnham Ave, Calumet City, IL
Phone
(708) 862-1884
Ivy Garden Learning Center LLC Halsted
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Ivy Garden Learning Center for its clean, spacious facilities and dedicated, caring staff. The center is noted for providing individual attention to children, strong academic instruction including mathematics, and successful test preparation for selective enrollment programs. One parent noted room for improvement in teacher qualifications.

Clean and spacious facilitycaring and patient staffdedicated teachers
Address
2929 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 929-4355
Nurturing Developmental Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

NDLA receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, creative activities, and welcoming environment. However, some parents report unprofessional staff behavior, poor communication from management, and concerns about mandatory fees and limited field trips.

Warm and caring staffcreative activitiesfamily projects
Address
525 Wentworth Ave, Calumet City, IL
Phone
(708) 868-5343
Hephzibah Day Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Hephzibah Day Care Program receives consistently high praise from parents for its compassionate, dedicated staff and award-winning educational programs serving infants through school-age children. Parents highlight the quality of care, learning environment, and comprehensive services including preschool, afterschool care, and family support programs. The facility is noted as a nurturing place where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Compassionate and dedicated staffaward-winning preschool programfriendly teachers
Address
508 N Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 649-7140
Hephzibah-Lincoln Day Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Hephzibah-Lincoln Day Care Program as an excellent facility with compassionate, dedicated staff. The center offers preschool, afterschool care, and additional services including HeadStart and foster care support. Multiple reviewers credit the program with positively impacting their children's development and wellbeing.

Compassionate and dedicated staffaward-winning programfriendly teachers
Address
1111 South Grove, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 649-7140
Hephzibah-Mann Day Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents overwhelmingly praise Hephzibah-Mann Day Care Program for its compassionate, dedicated staff and award-winning educational programs serving preschool through afterschool ages. The facility is recognized for creating a nurturing learning environment and supporting families through various services including Head Start and foster care programs. Multiple parents credit the staff with making a significant positive impact on their children's lives.

Compassionate and dedicated staffaward-winning programfriendly teachers
Address
921 North Kenilworth, Oak Park, IL
Phone
(708) 649-7140
High Hopes Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

High Hopes Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and recent parents, with most praising the caring staff, safe environment, and strong communication. Parents highlight the center's ability to accommodate children with special needs and provide nutritious meals in a clean facility. Two negative reviews reference isolated incidents, including one from 2004-2005.

caring and respectful staffsafe environmentdaily communication with parents
Address
6224 111th St, Chicago Ridge, IL
Phone
(708) 424-0152
Illinois Institute For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Illinois Institute for Children receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff professionalism, educational quality, and supportive approach to child development. However, two negative reviews cite staff rudeness and cleanliness concerns with kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Qualified and respectful teacherstop-notch educationparent engagement and support
Address
10009 S Yates Blvd, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 375-8850
Kiddy Kare Pre-School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Kiddy Kare Pre-School receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, engaging staff and positive developmental outcomes for children. However, two serious concerns were raised regarding bathroom privacy practices and discriminatory treatment of a child with autism.

Caring and supportive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipschildren's social and language development
Address
4401 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 247-6642
Just Like Home Baldwin Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
301 E 79th St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 783-0955
Mari'S Bumble Bee Academy Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Mari's Bumble Bee Academy receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Most positive reviews praise the caring staff, learning opportunities, and convenience of after-school programs. However, serious concerns have been raised about child safety, facility hygiene, and management responsiveness.

Caring and integral leadershipchildren's academic progressafter-school program quality
Address
9725 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 221-7692
A Step By Step Learning Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

A Step by Step Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and nurturing environment, skilled staff, responsive director Joy, individualized attention to children's needs, and strong educational outcomes. One negative review cited rude employees and unfair pricing, contrasting sharply with the majority experience.

Nurturing and loving careexperienced and kind staffattentive director Joy
Address
1909 Howard St, Evanston, IL
Phone
(847) 733-7837
Fresh Startdaycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Fresh Start Daycare Center in Berwyn receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, strong communication, safety measures, and engaging activities as key strengths. Leadership by director Maggie is frequently mentioned as exceptional.

Caring and helpful staffexcellent communication with parentschild safety measures
Address
6401 16th St, Berwyn, IL
Phone
(708) 484-9767
Maris Bumble Bee 3 Belens Corp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Maris Bumble Bee 3 receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents for caring staff, academic support, and convenient after-school programs, but serious safety and health concerns have been raised by other families regarding injuries, non-functional security cameras, and bed bug infestations.

Caring and integral leadershipchild learning and academic achievementconvenient transportation and after-school services
Address
9523 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 344-4877

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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.