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337 Preschools in Illinois

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Messiah Lutheran Pre School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Messiah Lutheran Pre School in Port Byron receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. One reviewer noted mixed experiences, suggesting some interpersonal dynamics could be improved, though the facility itself is considered suitable for worship and community events.

Friendly and welcoming environmentfeels like familynice pastor
Address
302 11th St, Port Byron, IL
Phone
(309) 523-2421
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than its preschool program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, worship services, music, and facility. The church is also recognized for its community outreach and support programs for families in need.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship services and musicbeautiful facility and grounds
Address
1300 Kishwaukee Valley Rd, Woodstock, IL
Phone
(815) 338-0554
Rock Island Park & Rec. Dept. Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

WARNING: The reviews provided are for RIFAC (Rock Island Parks & Recreation Facility), a public fitness center, not for Rock Island Park & Rec. Dept. Preschool. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for wrong facility
Address
4303 24th Street, Rock Island, IL
Phone
(309) 732-7437
Peppermint Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Peppermint Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, educational activities, and individualized child care. One parent reported concerns about facility cleanliness, odors, and lack of incident communication.

helpful and friendly staffattentive supervisionclean facility
Address
2850 N Us Highway 12, Spring Grove, IL
Phone
(815) 675-2515
Peppermint Stick Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Peppermint Stick Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the attentive and friendly staff, particularly teacher Karla. The center is described as clean, safe, educational, and caring, though one parent reported cleanliness concerns and an unresolved incident involving their child's injury.

Attentive and helpful staffindividual attention to children's needsclean and safe environment
Address
1124 N Cedar Lake Rd, Round Lk Bch, IL
Phone
(847) 546-1160
Pals Preschool And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

PALS Preschool and Kindergarten receives universal praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented facility with attentive staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care for children, regular communication through photos and updates, and the welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children there.

caring and attentive staffdaily updates and photos via Brightwheel appclean facility
Address
2327 West Willow Knolls Rd.#4, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 691-4326
River Forest Community Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

River Forest Community Center Preschool is a multi-purpose community facility with consistently positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise it as a spacious, well-maintained venue with good amenities, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. However, reviews focus primarily on facility rentals and community programs rather than preschool/daycare operations.

Pleasant quiet locationample parkingspacious rooms
Address
8020 Madison St, River Forest, IL
Phone
(708) 771-6159
St. Matthew'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
9204 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL
Phone
(847) 297-5898
Sugar Plum Tree Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sugar Plum Tree Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring, professional staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances academics with play. Most reviewers highlight strong child development outcomes, engaging activities, and excellent teacher-child relationships, though one parent reported organizational issues and another had a negative experience with director responsiveness to separation anxiety.

caring and professional teachersbalanced curriculum with academics and playpotty training support
Address
1006 Gillick St, Park Ridge, IL
Phone
(847) 232-1533
Concordia Little Lambs Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3144 S. Home Avenue, Berwyn, IL
Phone
(708) 795-7563
First Federated Church Preschools
Church Daycare
4.5

First Federated Church Preschools receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the knowledgeable and personal staff, strong faith-based community, and quality children's programming. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and professional care. One negative review cited rudeness from staff when calling.

knowledgeable and personal stafffaith-based communitychildren love teachers
Address
3601 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL
Phone
(309) 685-5258
Wee Care Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Warmfamily
Address
2816 N Pine Grove Ave, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 929-2273
Noah'S Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Noah's Ark Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring teachers, structured curriculum, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The facility is described as a learning-focused school rather than daycare, with individualized attention to each child's needs. One parent reported a negative experience from 2016 involving an unhelpful teacher.

caring and understanding teachersstrong curriculum and learning outcomesindividualized attention to children's needs
Address
9230 S Pulaski Rd, Oak Lawn, IL
Phone
(708) 422-5111
Best Beginnings Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
526 Avenue Of The Cities, East Moline, IL
Phone
(309) 796-1778
St. John Ev. Lutheran Pre-School
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
1800 S Rodenburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Phone
(847) 524-9746
The Wheaton Bible Church Pre-School
Church Daycare
4.5

These reviews are for Wheaton Bible Church, not its preschool program. Reviewers praise the church's biblical teaching, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere, with particular appreciation for children's ministry and family-friendly services.

Solid biblical teachingcompassionate pastoral leadershipstrong children's ministry
Address
27 West 500 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL
Phone
(630) 876-6674
Canton Ymca Pre-School Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Canton YMCA as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Reviews highlight quality programming including swim lessons, tumbling classes, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Many families report long-term membership satisfaction spanning decades.

Friendly and helpful staffquality swim lessons and tumbling classesindoor track
Address
1325 East Ash Street, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 647-1616
The Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
277 Hawthorne St, Glen Ellyn, IL
Phone
(630) 858-7755
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Immanuel Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its warm, welcoming staff and strong focus on children's developmental, academic, and Christian growth. Teachers are highly trained and genuinely invested in knowing their students. One recent review notes a decline in program quality under new leadership, with cancelled activities and less engaging events.

Warm and welcoming staffsmall classes with highly trained teacherschildren are active and engaged
Address
10731 W La Porte Rd, Mokena, IL
Phone
(708) 479-5600
Bataan Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise this facility as a clean, safe, and well-maintained park with modern playground equipment and amenities for families. Parents appreciate the variety of play features, ample seating, open space for children to run, and additional fitness equipment for adults. The facility offers recreational opportunities for multiple age groups and recently underwent upgrades.

Clean facilityample parkingsafe and friendly environment
Address
1220 N 9th Ave, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 681-6363
Bulger Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Bulger Park, not Bulger Preschool daycare. The reviews praise the park's extensive facilities and cleanliness, making it a popular venue for family events and gatherings.

Large playgroundspray padopen field
Address
1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose, IL
Phone
(708) 731-5290
First United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, engaged pastors (Claude and Anna), and programs like the free angel choir for young children. Most reviewers highlight the friendly atmosphere and relevant spiritual messages. One negative review criticized the P.A.D.S. food service wait times, and another expressed doctrinal disagreement.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Claude and Pastor Annafree angel choir program starting at age 3
Address
1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL
Phone
(630) 968-7120
Mfs-Jefferson -Preschool Expansion
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

MFS-Jefferson Preschool Expansion receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and phenomenal staff, student growth, and supportive services including IEP programs. One parent expressed frustration with staff inattention to a child's costume during a school parade and concerns about the child being outside inadequately dressed.

Caring and loving staffstudent growth and developmenthelpful teachers and therapists
Address
130 N Hazelton Ave, Wheaton, IL
Phone
(630) 784-4849
Purple Moose Enrichment Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3419 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL
Phone
(815) 459-7299
L & L Academy And Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2033 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 904-7334
Sandbox Pre-School & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Sandbox Pre-School & Learning Center in Palos Hills receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff, particularly for children with special needs. However, one parent reported a serious negative experience involving staff rudeness, failure to address bullying, and inadequate response to a child being hit.

Friendly and caring staffpatient with behavioral and special needs childrenclean facility
Address
7845 W 103rd St, Palos Hills, IL
Phone
(708) 598-8410
Rainforest Preschool And Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Rainforest Preschool and Infant Center in Chicago's South Loop receives consistently high praise from parents. Teachers are described as nurturing, engaging, and genuinely caring, with strong administrative responsiveness. The center is particularly noted for its creative seasonal performances and art programs.

Caring and professional teachersresponsive administrationnurturing environment
Address
1325 S State St, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 913-9793
Bethel Lutheran Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3

Parents describe Bethel Lutheran Church Preschool as a welcoming and family-oriented religious community. Reviews consistently praise the loving atmosphere, Christian teachings, and pastoral leadership. Parents express strong satisfaction with their experience at the facility.

welcoming environmentfamily-orientedChristian values and Jesus teachings emphasized
Address
5110 Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL
Phone
(847) 244-9672
Kiddie Campus Preschool & Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Campus/Little Learners for its welcoming, clean environment and exceptional staff leadership under Director Michelle. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social-emotional skills, with parents appreciating regular communication and flexible scheduling options.

Director Michelle and staff create positive atmospherechildren show academic progress (countingletters
Address
1407 Cannonball Trail, Yorkville, IL
Phone
(630) 553-2440
Trinity Lutheran Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3

Reviews praise Trinity Lutheran Church Preschool for its faith-based instruction and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents highlight the caring congregation and pastor, describing the overall experience as positive and comforting.

Biblical teachingscaring staff with genuine concern for familieswelcoming community
Address
33930 N State Rd, Genoa, IL
Phone
(815) 784-2522

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Most preschool programs in Illinois accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
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