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Best Before or After School Daycare in St Charles, IL

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in St Charles. Average rating: 4.62/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

St Charles, Illinois at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.62/5
Parent reviews
134
Top rated (4.5+)
5

St Charles has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 134 parent reviews averaging 4.62/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60174 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in St Charles

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
    Edu Care Of St. Charles
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    4n705 School Rd, St Charles, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    EDU CARE OF ST. CHARLES receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, responsive management, educational activities, and strong communication through daily photo updates. Children reportedly enjoy attending and develop positive social and academic skills.

    Caring and attentive staffresponsive directors (Sonia and Kim)daily communication via online portal with photos/videosengaging activities and art projects
  2. 2
    Kids Connection
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    2011 Dean St, Ste A, St Charles, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Kids Connection receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated like family. The independently-operated center stands out for its personal touch and genuine care compared to corporate alternatives.

    Caring and engaged staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parentschild-centered activities
  3. 3
    Primrose School Of St Charles West
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1940 Bricher Rd, St Charles, IL · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 69 children

    Primrose School of St Charles West receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight the owner's personal involvement, family-like atmosphere, and comprehensive curriculum that balances academics with character development. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and show measurable progress in communication, confidence, and learning.

    Excellent teacher-child relationshipsoutstanding communication with parents (daily updates via app and verbal)strong child development and academic progressclean facility
  4. 4
    Kensington School Of St Charles
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    1900 Cumberland Parkway, St. Charles, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children

    Kensington School of St Charles receives strong praise for its caring teachers, quality education, and engaging activities that help children flourish. Parents consistently highlight the staff's patience and genuine dedication to student development. One parent noted concerns about leadership creating a poor work environment and high teacher turnover.

    Caring and patient teachersquality educationengaging activitieschild development and growth
  5. 5
    The Swing Set Preschool
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    40w451 Foxmill Blvd, St. Charles, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    The Swing Set Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, individualized approach to education and the warm family environment. Most parents report their children thrive socially and academically, with strong teacher-child relationships. One negative review cited concerns about classroom management and the director's communication.

    Individualized attention to each child's needswarm and nurturing teachersstrong socialization opportunitiesfamily-friendly environment
  6. 6
    Hosanna! Preschool
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    36w925 Red Gate Rd, St Charles, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    Hosanna! Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing environment, engaged staff, well-rounded curriculum emphasizing play and holistic development, and strong parent communication. The facility is well-equipped with spacious classrooms, outdoor play areas, and enrichment activities. One parent gave a 1-star rating citing disrespectful staff and director behavior, though this represents a single negative review among five total reviews.

    emphasis on free playage-appropriate lessons incorporating nature and Godenrichment programskind and caring teachers

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in St Charles

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in St Charles, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
10 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

St Charles zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
601746
4.8
3
601755
4.43
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in St Charles (56–202 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in St Charles based on parent reviews

Primrose School Of St Charles West

4.7(20)

1940 Bricher Rd, St Charles, IL

Primrose School of St Charles West receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight the owner's personal involvement, family-like atmosphere, and comprehensive curriculum that balances academics with character development. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and show measurable progress in communication, confidence, and learning.

Excellent teacher-child relationshipsoutstanding communication with parents (daily updates via app and verbal)strong child development and academic progress

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Daycare types in St Charles

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in St Charles, Illinois

There are 1 before or after school daycare in St Charles, Illinois, making up 9% of the 11 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 St Charles have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 134 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in St Charles

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Primrose School Of St Charles West
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Primrose School of St Charles West receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight the owner's personal involvement, family-like atmosphere, and comprehensive curriculum that balances academics with character development. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and show measurable progress in communication, confidence, and learning.

Excellent teacher-child relationshipsoutstanding communication with parents (daily updates via app and verbal)strong child development and academic progress
Address
1940 Bricher Rd, St Charles, IL
Phone
(630) 847-1008

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in St Charles, Illinois, out of 11 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 St Charles have an average Google rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in St Charles, 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
St Charles offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 St Charles for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in St Charles 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.