52 Preschools in Chicago, Illinois
Find the best preschools in Chicago, Illinois. Browse 52 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.
Best Preschools in Chicago
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1North Park Church Preschool4.8 score5(20)
5250 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise North Park Church Preschool for its warm, play-based learning environment and exceptionally caring teachers, particularly Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Jen. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically while enjoying creative activities, outdoor play, and a welcoming community. The facility offers affordable part-time programming in a bright, well-equipped classroom space within a church building.
Attentive and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumcreative opportunities (artsensory activities) - 2Smart Love Preschool4.75 score5(15)
2222 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 55 children
Smart Love Preschool receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the school's child-led, play-based learning philosophy grounded in emotional development and early childhood psychology. Parents consistently report their children love attending school, show increased confidence and curiosity, and develop strong bonds with caring, engaged teachers. The school is praised for its supportive administration, strong teacher-to-student ratios, and intentional community that values both children and families.
child-led learning philosophyemotionally supportive environmenthigh teacher-to-student ratiocaring and engaged teaching staff - 3Ladybug & Friends Daycare& Preschool LLC4.66 score4.9(14)
2255 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 68 children
Ladybug & Friends Daycare & Preschool in Chicago receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and children's visible happiness and development. Parents consistently report easy transitions to daycare, structured learning activities, and responsive leadership.
Caring and attentive staffresponsive directorstrong parent-child communication via appchildren eager to attend - 4Lakeview Preschool Academy4.64 score4.8(20)
3536 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 16 children
Lakeview Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing environment, experienced and stable teaching staff, and enriching curriculum. Parents highlight the small community feel, daily Spanish instruction, dance classes, and proximity to an adjacent playground. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while enjoying hands-on learning activities.
Warm and experienced teachers with low turnoversmall intimate communitydiverse staff and student backgroundsdaily Spanish lessons - 5Growing Seeds Preschool LLC4.62 score5(8)
2750 North Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 16 children
Growing Seeds Preschool LLC receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, educated staff, engaging theme-based curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balance of play-based learning and structured activities, clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, and strong teacher relationships that help children thrive socially and academically.
Warm and welcoming staffhighly educated teachersengaging theme-based curriculumbalance of play-based and structured learning - 6Abc Preschool Ltd4.6 score4.9(10)
3800 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 29 children
ABC Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and family-like environment. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, academics, and potty training, with engaging daily activities and bilingual instruction. Parents consistently describe the center as clean, safe, and a wonderful place where children are excited to attend.
Caring and dedicated stafffamily-like atmospheredevelopmental progress (speechsocial skills - 7Resurrection Pre-School And After School4.55 score5(6)
3309 North Seminary Avenue, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 30 children
Resurrection Pre-School and After School is described as a welcoming and inclusive community with a friendly atmosphere. Parents praise the pastoral leadership, diverse congregation, and various activities available for families. The facility is noted as an ideal size and a place to build lasting connections.
Welcoming and inclusive environmentfriendly pastoral leadershipdiverse congregationflexible attendance options - 8Early Learning Foundations Preschool4.5 score5(5)
1455 N Clark St, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 34 children
Early Learning Foundations Preschool is highly praised by parents for its warm, family-like environment and caring teachers who genuinely connect with each child. Parents consistently report positive developmental outcomes in their children's social, emotional, and academic growth, along with appreciation for the small class size, reasonable tuition, and specialized care (including allergy management and organic meals).
Caring and loving teachersfamily-like nurturing environmentsmall class sizereasonable tuition - 9Creative Scholars Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
1735 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 59 children
Creative Scholars Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the nurturing environment, engaged teachers, and play-based learning approach. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend, with strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The owners and director are noted for their family-first mentality and involvement in the school community.
Caring and stable staff with low turnoverengaging curriculum balancing academics and artssmall class sizesclean and safe facilities - 10Happy Kids Preschool&Daycare Center LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
7622 W Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL · Capacity: 44 children
Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the nurturing staff, engaging learning environment, and organized activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and develop new skills while parents appreciate the caring, family-like atmosphere.
Caring and attentive staffnurturing environmentorganized field trips and extracurricular activitiesbalanced play and early education
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Preschools in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago has 52 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.
When choosing a preschool in Chicago, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Smart Love Preschool receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the school's child-led, play-based learning philosophy grounded in emotional development and early childhood psychology. Parents consistently report their children love attending school, show increased confidence and curiosity, and develop strong bonds with caring, engaged teachers. The school is praised for its supportive administration, strong teacher-to-student ratios, and intentional community that values both children and families.
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- 2222 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 665-8052
Resurrection Pre-School and After School is described as a welcoming and inclusive community with a friendly atmosphere. Parents praise the pastoral leadership, diverse congregation, and various activities available for families. The facility is noted as an ideal size and a place to build lasting connections.
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- 3309 North Seminary Avenue, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 525-0605
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- 15 W Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
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- (312) 867-7010
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- 8620 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 224-5437
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- 312 West Belden, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 665-0110
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- 5849 N Nina Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 631-3129
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- 2044b W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 281-4411
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- 6043 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 764-5705
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- 2600 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 768-0880
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- 5100 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 478-2434
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- 2601 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 206-3935
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- 1154 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (872) 802-4575
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- 8233 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 884-3345
Parents consistently praise North Park Church Preschool for its warm, play-based learning environment and exceptionally caring teachers, particularly Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Jen. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically while enjoying creative activities, outdoor play, and a welcoming community. The facility offers affordable part-time programming in a bright, well-equipped classroom space within a church building.
- Address
- 5250 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 463-0055
Growing Seeds Preschool LLC receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, educated staff, engaging theme-based curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the balance of play-based learning and structured activities, clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, and strong teacher relationships that help children thrive socially and academically.
- Address
- 2750 North Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 251-7563
Early Learning Foundations Preschool is highly praised by parents for its warm, family-like environment and caring teachers who genuinely connect with each child. Parents consistently report positive developmental outcomes in their children's social, emotional, and academic growth, along with appreciation for the small class size, reasonable tuition, and specialized care (including allergy management and organic meals).
- Address
- 1455 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (312) 787-9021
ABC Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and family-like environment. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, academics, and potty training, with engaging daily activities and bilingual instruction. Parents consistently describe the center as clean, safe, and a wonderful place where children are excited to attend.
- Address
- 3800 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 685-9033
Ladybug & Friends Daycare & Preschool in Chicago receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and children's visible happiness and development. Parents consistently report easy transitions to daycare, structured learning activities, and responsive leadership.
- Address
- 2255 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 754-8524
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- 1711 W 35th St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 254-7710
Lakeview Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing environment, experienced and stable teaching staff, and enriching curriculum. Parents highlight the small community feel, daily Spanish instruction, dance classes, and proximity to an adjacent playground. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while enjoying hands-on learning activities.
- Address
- 3536 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 857-0029
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- 1139 W 79th St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 874-4954
Saint Philip Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, who praise the caring staff, joyful learning environment, and strong academic focus with experiential education like nature trips and outdoor camps. One prospective parent expressed concern about the school's lack of responsiveness and willingness to assess a child with learning differences before making enrollment decisions.
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- 2444 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 561-9830
Reviews focus on the church facility and worship experience rather than daycare services. The majority of reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, beautiful building, and active church community. One reviewer expressed concern about theological direction.
- Address
- 6626 North Oliphant Avenue, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 631-9131
Creative Scholars Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the nurturing environment, engaged teachers, and play-based learning approach. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend, with strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The owners and director are noted for their family-first mentality and involvement in the school community.
- Address
- 1735 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 489-6543
Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the nurturing staff, engaging learning environment, and organized activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and develop new skills while parents appreciate the caring, family-like atmosphere.
- Address
- 7622 W Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 625-5437
Parents consistently praise Happy Kids Preschool & Daycare for exceptional, compassionate staff who provide individualized care in a culturally rich, inclusive environment. Children are described as happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The facility is noted for cleanliness, good communication with parents, and special programming including language immersion, music, and soccer classes.
- Address
- 5815 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 427-5437
Ladybug & Friends receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, child development, and caring atmosphere. However, one recent review from December 2024 alleges inappropriate disciplinary action toward a two-year-old by the director, which was reported to DCFS.
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- 5427 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
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- (773) 754-8524
Kalina Preschool & Kindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, educational activities, and balanced curriculum. One 1-star review cited a negative phone interaction with staff. Overall, parents report children are engaged, learning, and developing well.
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- 4100 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 604-8345
Wee Care Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, family-like atmosphere and individualized attention their children receive. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong sense of community, with many noting their children love attending and have thrived developmentally. Multiple families have remained enrolled for years and report feeling genuine peace of mind about their children's care.
- Address
- 2816 N Pine Grove Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 929-2273
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- 2033 W Division St, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 904-7334
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