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Best Headstart Programs in East Peoria, IL

Compare 2 headstart programs in East Peoria. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Peoria, Illinois at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
65
Top rated (4.5+)
1

East Peoria has 2 licensed headstart programs with 65 parent reviews averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Peoria

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Illinois Central College Child Center
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1 College Dr, East Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    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
  2. 2
    Kid'S Care America
    4 score
    4(20)

    2715 N Main St, East Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Care America for excellent childcare and staff dedication. All reviews highlight friendly, caring, and communicative teachers who treat children like family, plan engaging activities, and maintain a clean facility. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and excited to attend.

    Caring and passionate staffexcellent communication with parentsengaging activities and fun planned eventsclean facility
  3. 3
    Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center
    3.77 score
    3.7(17)

    154 E Washington St Day Care, East Peoria, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, care quality, and child development outcomes. Parents highlight reasonable pricing, responsive communication, and a structured curriculum that supports academics, behavior, and cultural diversity. Multiple long-term families express strong satisfaction and recommend the facility.

    Experienced and caring staffreasonable pricingresponsive to parent concernschild development and academic progress

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in East Peoria

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Peoria, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.97avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Peoria zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
616115
4.13
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Peoria (17–143 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Peoria based on parent reviews

Head Start Family Center

4.7(2)

233 Leadley Ave, East Peoria, IL

Parents highlight that their children enjoy attending the center and appreciate the helpful, amazing staff. One parent specifically notes their four-year-old loves the school and finds the team supportive.

children love the schoolhelpful staffamazing teachers

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Daycare types in East Peoria

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2

Headstart Programs in East Peoria, Illinois

There are 2 headstart programs in East Peoria, Illinois, making up 33% of the 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in East Peoria have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 65 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Peoria, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in East Peoria

Showing 2 results

Head Start Family Center
Headstart Programs
4.7

Parents highlight that their children enjoy attending the center and appreciate the helpful, amazing staff. One parent specifically notes their four-year-old loves the school and finds the team supportive.

children love the schoolhelpful staffamazing teachers
Address
233 Leadley Ave, East Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 699-6843
Robein Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
200 Campus Ave, East Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 699-6843

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in East Peoria, Illinois, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in East Peoria have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Peoria, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Illinois's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Illinois)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
East Peoria offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Illinois typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in East Peoria for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Peoria must be licensed by Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.