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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 2,690 |
| Headstart Programs | 192 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 128 |
| Before or After School | 59 |
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Loving Arms Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7481 Mill Road, Oswego, IL
- Phone
- (630) 553-5957
Cornerstone Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 855 W 5000n Rd, Bourbonnais, IL
- Phone
- (815) 933-3890
Kindercare Learning Center #300924
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #300924 for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. All reviewers highlight strong communication, developmental support, and a structured curriculum with daily activities and learning units. Several long-term families report excellent experiences spanning multiple years.
Caring and attentive staffspecial needs accommodationprompt communication about concerns
- Address
- 150 W John Casey Rd, Bourbonnais, IL
- Phone
- (815) 935-2110
Kankakee Valley Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 165 Mohawk Dr, Bourbonnais, IL
- Phone
- (815) 935-5867
First Stages Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 110 S Robinson, Suite D, Sheridan, IL
- Phone
- (815) 496-9480
Zion Christian Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 622 W Jefferson St, Ottawa, IL
- Phone
- (815) 433-1408
The Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 125 Webster, Jacksonville, IL
- Phone
- (217) 243-5712
On The Right Track Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 630 E State St, Jacksonville, IL
- Phone
- (217) 370-1311
Just For Kids Early Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 W State St, Jacksonville, IL
- Phone
- (217) 479-8272
United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 190 E State St, Waverly, IL
- Phone
- (217) 435-2581
Alice Wright Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2500 W Sunset Dr, Carbondale, IL
- Phone
- (618) 549-4646
Archway INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1108 W Willow St, Carbondale, IL
- Phone
- (618) 549-4442
Child Development Laboratori
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 875 S Normal Ave, Carbondale, IL
- Phone
- (618) 453-4228
Giant City Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1062 Boskydell Rd, Carbondale, IL
- Phone
- (618) 457-5391
Anna Heights Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 100 Turner Ave, Anna, IL
- Phone
- (618) 833-7158
First Lutheran Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 114 East Main Street, Geneseo, IL
- Phone
- (309) 944-4306
Montessori School Of Southern Illinois
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 507 N 9th St, Murphysboro, IL
- Phone
- (618) 687-4202
Immanuel Lutheran Wee Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 606 S Hanover St, Okawville, IL
- Phone
- (618) 243-6161
Kewanee Y.M.C.A. Kiddie Kollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise Kewanee Y.M.C.A. Kiddie Kollege for its well-maintained facility and caring staff. The center offers diverse activities including swimming lessons, basketball, dance classes, and gym facilities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting positive family experiences.
Friendly and caring staffwell-kept facilitypersonalized instruction
- Address
- 315 West First Street, Kewanee, IL
- Phone
- (309) 853-4431
Mustard Seed Christian Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 351 N Chicago St, Rossville, IL
- Phone
- (217) 748-6370
Learn & Lead Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 409 W Washington St, Hoopeston, IL
- Phone
- (217) 504-1335
King'S Kiddie Kingdom III
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 207 E 79th St, # 209, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 952-4512
The Preschool Center In Englewood
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 7000 S Parnell, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 643-0452
Big Hugs For Little Hands Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10623 S Halsted St, # 27, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 928-9445
Learning Legacy Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10622 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 779-4689
Casa Dei Bambini Montessori Of Mayfair
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4967 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 283-7474
Metropolitan Family Svcs N Children Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3255 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 371-3783
Just Like Home Childcare Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1249 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 434-1999
Sonnets Academy Hyde Park LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5548 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 891-0029
Christopher House-Belmont Cragin
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5235 W Belden St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 988-9859
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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.