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We have 36 child care centers in Springfield, IL! Compare and find the best child care center to fit your needs.

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Recent child care center reviews from local parents in Springfield, IL

Child Care Centers in Springfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 36 listed child care centers

Lake Shore Learning Center, Inc.

Fantastic reliability of care. Great hours. Easy to work with their staff.

- Kristin P.

First Impressions

I love this daycare! They are very caring and attentive! I would recommend this daycare to anyone!

- Mariah J

Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home Daycare is by far the best choice for childcare in Springfield. The home style atmosphere and level of learning are...

- Colleen R.

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Lake Shore Learning Center, Inc.

6100 S 6th St. Rd. Springfield, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
It is the mission of Lake Shore Learning Center, Inc. to safely generate an environment for children that fosters an enthusiasm for learning. Lake Shore Learning Center is a DCFS licensed child care facility. Enrollment is open to children from 6 weeks to 12 years.

Kristin P. says "Fantastic reliability of care. Great hours. Easy to work with their staff."

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First Impressions

1145 S College St Springfield, IL

5.0(1)
Child care
First Impressions is a day care located in Springfield, Illinois that offers a fun, educational and nurturing environment. The company serves children ages six weeks to six years old, providing them quality care and a learning-based curriculum that prepares students for kindergarten and beyond. The safe and secure facility is...

Mariah J says "I love this daycare! They are very caring and attentive! I would recommend this daycare to anyone!"

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Home Sweet Home

405 South Grand Ave West Springfield, IL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Home Sweet Home is a award winning Preschool. We use the Mother Goose Time curriculum program each day. We have been in business for 25 yrs. Most of our children test in the 90% range for Kindergarten.

Colleen R. says "Home Sweet Home Daycare is by far the best choice for childcare in Springfield. The home style atmosphere and level of learning are amazing. Colleen,...

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Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
CATER Learning Experience (CLE) provides a quality, safe, clean environment with a purposeful play approach to education while still implementing academic structure for little ones 3-5 years old. CLE uses a research based curriculum and positive behavior interventions that allow little's to express their big emotions using...
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PLAY Preschool & Child Development Center

624 S Walnut St Springfield, IL

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Private, in home, developmentally appropriate, play based, kindergarten readiness program owned and operated by a certified teacher.
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LLCC Child Development Center

5250 Shepherd Rd Springfield, IL

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The LLCC Child Development Center in Springfield, Illinois provides services for children ages 15 months to kindergarten entry. The center provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum that offers a total development program that develops children socially, emotionally, physically, creatively, and cognitively. The centers...
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Pleasant Park Child Development Center

3131 Pleasant Run Springfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
Pleasant Park Child Development Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for kids from three to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start...
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My Friends Discovery Center

3301 Conifer Dr Springfield, IL

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
My Friends Discovery Center is a child care facility based in Springfield, Illinois that offers various services geared towards infants, toddlers, preschoolers. The company uses the Creative Curriculum to offer structured yet enjoyable programs that support the overall development of young children.
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The Doll House

2145 E Grandview Ave Springfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
The Doll House provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for preschool kids. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Community Child Care

1004 N Milton Ave Springfield, IL

Child care
Community Child Care provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for kids of all ages.The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Building Blocks Preschool South, Inc.

2304 Renwick Dr Springfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
Building Blocks Preschool South, Inc. in Springfield, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center that can accommodate up to 298 children from six weeks to six years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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Hope Christian Day Care

1124 N 19th St Springfield, IL

Child care
Hope Christian Day Care provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for kids from two to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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The Pumpkin Patch Daycare

71 Drawbridge Rd Springfield, IL

Preschool
Child care
The Pumpkin Patch Daycare provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Springfield, Illinois, for kids from three to six years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start possible.
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Brenda Brown, Home Day Care

5865 N Lake Rd Springfield, IL

I am looking for children to care for in my home. I have worked as teacher in Early Childhood. I am currently employed at a child development center, and have been for 17 years. I have also been a teacher's aide at an early start program. I would also consider working evenings and/or before and after school. I also offer...
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Tiny Love Daycare

18 Fox Court Springfield, IL

Tiny Love Daycare is a small in home daycare located on Springfield's south side. We care for children and infants ages birth through five years old. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM through 5:00 PM. We keep our child to provider ratios low (5 to 1), and our age rages close to better care...
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Calvary Day Care

1730 West Jefferson St Springfield, IL

Calvary Day Care has been serving the Springfield, Illinois community for over 40 years. We understand that choosing a child care provider for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. We do our best to create a caring, faith-based environment where your child can learn and grow. Advanced...
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Berean Baptist Day Care Center

3401 S 6th St Springfield, IL

Child care
Berean Baptist Day Care Center located in 3401 S 6th St Springfield Illinois is a licensed childcare center that provides nurturing environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, and pre-kindergartens. The center has a capacity of 43 children at the maximum.
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Lake Shore Learning Center

6100 S 6th Street Frontage Rd Springfield, IL

Child care
Lake Shore Learning Center is an educational childcare center located at 6100 S 6th Street Frontage Road, Springfield, Illinois. The center utilizes a program that emphasizes learning experiences to promote children’s natural curiosity and development of self-reliance and communication skills, social skills, and positive...
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Christian Day Care Center

400 N Bruns Ln Springfield, IL

In-Home daycare
Child care
Established in 1984, Christian Day Care Center provides a Christ-centered, love-motivated, structured learning environment. They aim to promote spiritual, social, physical and academic development. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and...
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Trinity Learning Center

515 S MacArthur Blvd. Springfield, IL

Trinity Learning Center offers flexible preschool programs for children ages three to five years old. A Christian based curriculum is taught daily. Our daily routine includes reading and math readiness, science activities, and music and art experiences. The center is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Learning Center has four...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Springfield, IL

Child care centers near you in Springfield, IL provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Springfield, IL have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Springfield, IL. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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