How do I choose the right daycare in Park Ridge?

When choosing a daycare in Park Ridge, 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

Church Daycare in Park Ridge, Illinois (1 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Park Ridge?

Park Ridge offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Illinois?

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 Park Ridge for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Park Ridge

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.

Prims Dba Montessori Academy Of Ill

4.74 score

5(14)

418 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

Parents consistently praise Montessori Academy of Illinois for its authentic implementation of Montessori philosophy, nurturing environment, and caring staff. Children reportedly develop academic skills, independence, confidence, and emotional growth while feeling safe and valued. Families describe the school as a second home with strong leadership and personalized attention to each child's development.

Authentic Montessori approachcaring and dedicated staffwell-prepared environmentchild-centered learning

Christies Carousel Of Learning INC

4.72 score

4.9(20)

1300 W Crescent Ave, Park Ridge, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 142 children

Parents consistently praise Christie's Carousel of Learning as a nurturing, family-oriented preschool where children thrive academically and socially. Staff are described as caring, professional, and welcoming, with children showing excitement about attending and making lasting friendships. The center offers a safe environment with engaging activities, regular performances, and healthy meals.

Nurturing and family-like environmentcaring and enthusiastic staffchildren excited to attendstrong social and emotional development

Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center

4.69 score

4.9(16)

1605 Vernon Ave, Park Ridge, IL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 112 children

Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center in Park Ridge receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong curriculum emphasizing learning through play, and flexible scheduling options. Children show academic and social growth while feeling safe and loved.

Loving and dedicated teachers with longevity at the facilitywarm and welcoming environmentflexible scheduling and hoursstrong curriculum with hands-on learning

Park Ridge Recreation & Pk. Dist.Pre-Sch

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2701 Sibley, Park Ridge, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

Park Ridge Recreation & PK District Pre-School receives consistently positive feedback with parents praising the quality of preschool and early childhood programs. Reviews highlight well-run facilities, small class sizes, engaging activities, and effective instruction across multiple program types including swim lessons and summer camps.

Quality preschool and 2-year-old programssmall class sizeseffective swim instructionengaging summer camps

Sugar Plum Tree Preschool INC.

4.33 score

4.5(10)

1006 Gillick St, Park Ridge, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

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 supportgym and outdoor activities

Church Daycare in Park Ridge, Illinois

There are 1 church daycare in Park Ridge, Illinois, making up 17% 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Park Ridge, Illinois, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Park Ridge, 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

Park Ridge offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Park Ridge for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Park Ridge 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.

1 Church Daycare in Park Ridge, Illinois

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Park Ridge

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Messiah Lutheran Child Care Center

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