Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Mount Prospect, IL
Browse 60 trusted daycares in Mount Prospect, IL. Compare reviews, rates, and availability to find the best fit for your child.
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Daycares in Mount Prospect, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed daycares
Kristi's Home Day Care
Kristi is incredible! She is very kind, compassionate and I trust her 100% with my 17 month old son! I have been bringing my son to her 5...
- Care member
Kiddie Academy of Park Ridge
My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...
- Natalie V.
Kiddy Cave
Amelia is fantastic, and we give her a 5 out of 5 stars.
- Garrett B.
Daycare Centers Near Mount Prospect
Child care
Care Member says "Kristi is incredible! She is very kind, compassionate and I trust her 100% with my 17 month old son! I have been bringing my son to her 5 days per week...
Annies Home Daycare
1907 Seneca Lane Mount Prospect, IL
Hi and welcome to my Care.com. My name is Annie and I have been a licensed daycare provider for the past 20 years. I am licensed by the state of IlIinois and DCFS. I am 48 years young with 3 older children myself. We are located in Mount Prospect near 294 and accessible to Palatine road and 53. We are CPR and First Aid certified...
lily's home day care
620 N.Pine Street Mount Prospect, IL
Cooperative
Waldorf
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
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Welcome to Lily's Home Day Care!
About me: Energetic, committed and loyal! Professional, fun, caring, and loving!
Philosophy
1. Our goal is to provide excellent childcare by having an environment that is safe and fun for the children to learn and play.
2.My Program will be build on children's interests and their...
Am Day Care
40 N Albert St. Mount Prospect, IL
I offer a caring and nurturing environment for every child I take care of by giving them love and fulfilling all their needs. I am a highly family-oriented person, so I value what parents/guardians request of me in regards to their children. Open communication with parents/guardians is important to me as well.
Michael Small Inc
1716 N Larch Dr Mount Prospect, IL
Michael Small Inc in Mount Prospect, Illinois seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun sports camping environment that is fit for the camper’s overall growth and development. It is a Basketball-based campsite that can accommodate boys and girls from grade one to grade seven.
Sweet Pea Childcare
202 S I Oka Avenue Mount Prospect, IL
A bit about Me...
My name is Morgan. I live with my husband (who is a teacher), my son and our two Labradors in Mount Prospect. Our son was born on May 1! We are so blessed! I have always loved children and can't wait to meet yours!
I have tons of childcare experience including:
-12 years of nanny experience (4 of...
Safari Childcare
1738 East Kensington Road Mount Prospect, IL
Family owned since 1981, Safari Childcare prides itself in offering customized programs to meet student s individual needs. Specialized infant and toddler care, licensed: Preschool, Pre-K, & Full-Day Kindergarten, and summer enrichment camps keep students engaged in hands-on learning all year long.
Safari Prep focuses...
Stay At Home Grandma
1503 South Redwood Dr Mount Prospect, IL
I am a stay at home grandma, who has mothered 4 children and I'm currently raising my grandchildren at my home. I love children and ensure that they are well taken care of, healthy and feel loved by me. It is my goal to provide comfort to the children that I take care of. i have been a nanny for over 20 years, raising the...
Vivian Liametz
1732 W Catalpa Ln Mount Prospect, IL
Child care
Established in 1993, Vivian Liametz provides a warm and loving home for children to play and learn at their own pace. The nurturing environment is rich with music, games, toys, and outdoor play. It is located in Mount Prospect, Illinois.
Habib Salma
1415 S Birch Dr Mount Prospect, IL
Child care
Habib Salma provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Mount Prospect, Illinois, for kids from zero to twelve 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.
Trinity Preschool
605 W Golf Rd Mount Prospect, IL
Child care
Preschool
Trinity Preschool is an outreach program of the Trinity United Methodist Church located in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The school serves children ages two to five years old, providing them a facility that features spacious, age-appropriate classrooms and a fenced playground for safety and security. Trinity Preschool operates from...
Busy Bees Montessori School
501 S Emerson St Mount Prospect, IL
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Welcome to Busy Bees Montessori School. We provide high quality child care in the Village of Mount Prospect Illinois. We are state and city licensed Montessori School.
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...
Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....
- starting at
- $390/mo
Reggio emilia
Faith based
In-Home daycare
Kiddy Cave is a new, home-based child daycare offering a safe, play-based, nurturing environment to promote the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive and creative development of children and infants from 6 weeks to 13 years old. Nestled in a safe, family-oriented neighborhood, Kiddy Cave Care is located at 6739 Church...
Garrett B. says "Amelia is fantastic, and we give her a 5 out of 5 stars."
Child care
Day Care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...
Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Fantasy Island Schools for kids, LLC is a multilingual daycare, pre-k, & kindergarten childcare center. We are a multilingual program with a robust and collaborative curriculum optimized for education as well as socialization. We provide healthy meals COOKED FRESH DAILY and offer impeccably clean facilities. We utilize a custom...
Olga K. says "Really good school! My kids love it, the food is great. We love this school and we won't leave it."
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
+ 1 more
Beginning with the opening of our first center in 2005, Children’s Land sprouted from our family’s desire to provide children an environment that primes them to grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
This culture has grown throughout the years, as we have continued to build more centers and serve more communities...
Care Member says "I absolutely love Children's Land Wheeling! I cannot say enough about it, I could go on and on and on as to why this is the best place for childcare....
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
+ 2 more
It’s been well said, “What greater gift can we offer society than to teach our children?” Child First Academy utilizes the most advanced research in neuroscience as a foundation for our advanced early learning pedagogy. We now know that 80% of brain development occurs between the ages of birth to 3 years. CFA uniquely provides a...
Care Member says "A second family! From the moment we took our little to CFA we felt like home. We are always greeted with a warm welcome and well wishes. All day we are...
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
To provide a holistic approach to education, where children can thrive in an environment which values their uniqueness and creates the foundation upon which they can build their future. Your child’s unique abilities and strengths will be expanded upon using our developmentally appropriate curriculum, with the support of our...
RICH AND LISA F. says "Their teachers are very knowledgeable, caring and loving. The facility is very clean and the academic's are great! Our boy has really blossomed...
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Christian Beginnings has a 50 year history of teaching children in a nurturing environment. We focus on building relationships with children and families. The facility offers bright classrooms, and indoor gym and dedicated access to fenced Park District playground. Nearly half the staff are former parents whose children were...
Priya K. says "They are an amazing school with very responsible and dedicated staff and management. Very impressed with them. I have 2 kids that attend there for about...
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Daycare FAQs for Mount Prospect, IL Families
What are the benefits of daycare in Mount Prospect, IL?
With 0 daycare providers in Mount Prospect, IL, families have real choices when it comes to finding care that fits their child and schedule. Enrolling your child in daycare offers meaningful benefits for both kids and parents. For children, daycare provides structured social interaction with peers, helping them build communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence from an early age. Daily routines around meals, play, and learning activities support cognitive and physical development in ways that are hard to replicate at home. For parents, a trusted daycare in Mount Prospect provides peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, supervised environment while you focus on work or other responsibilities. Many families also find that daycare eases the transition to kindergarten by giving children early exposure to a classroom-style setting. If you have an infant or toddler, explore infant daycare options to find programs specifically designed for younger children.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Mount Prospect, IL?
Daycare centers in Mount Prospect, IL offer far more than basic supervision. Most provide structured daily schedules that include age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, outdoor time, and meals or snacks that meet nutritional guidelines. Many centers employ trained early childhood educators who incorporate language development, early literacy, and social-emotional learning into everyday routines. Depending on your needs, you may also find specialized options in Mount Prospect such as infant daycare for babies and young toddlers, family daycare run from a home setting, or overnight daycare for families who need extended care coverage. When comparing providers, look for centers that communicate regularly with parents through daily reports or apps so you always know how your child's day is going.
What should I look for in a daycare center in Mount Prospect, IL?
With 0 daycare options in Mount Prospect, IL, knowing what to prioritize makes narrowing down your choices much easier. Begin by confirming that any center you consider is licensed and in good standing with IL childcare regulations — this ensures minimum health, safety, and staffing standards are being met. From there, pay attention to staff-to-child ratios, staff turnover, and whether caregivers have training in early childhood education or child development. The physical environment matters too — look for clean, organized spaces with age-appropriate materials and secure entry and exit procedures. Don't overlook the daily curriculum: quality centers in Mount Prospect balance structured learning with free play rather than leaning too heavily on one or the other. Reading parent reviews on Care.com is one of the best ways to get an honest picture of what day-to-day life looks like at a center before you visit. Once you've narrowed down your options, our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare can help you make the most of each visit.
What questions should I ask when touring a daycare in Mount Prospect, IL?
Touring a daycare in Mount Prospect, IL in person is one of the most important steps in the decision-making process, and going in with the right questions makes a big difference. Start with the basics: What are the staff-to-child ratios for your child's age group, and how is the center staffed during drop-off and pick-up? Ask how staff handle discipline and conflict between children, and what a typical daily schedule looks like. It's also worth asking about their communication style — do they use an app, daily sheets, or in-person check-ins to keep parents informed? On the practical side, ask about enrollment availability, waitlist timelines, tuition payment schedules, and their policy on sick days or closures. If you're considering a specific type of care, like a child care center versus a family daycare home, tailor your questions to that setting. For a full list of what to cover, check out our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare center.
How much does daycare cost in Mount Prospect, IL?
Daycare costs in Mount Prospect, IL vary depending on a number of factors, so it's difficult to give a single number that applies to every family. The type of care plays a big role — child care centers typically have different pricing structures than family daycare homes, which tend to be smaller and sometimes more affordable. Your child's age matters too, as infant care generally costs more due to the higher staff ratios required for younger children. The number of days per week, full-time versus part-time enrollment, and any additional services like meals, enrichment programs, or overnight care will all affect your monthly total. Location within IL is another factor — urban centers in Mount Prospect often see higher rates than suburban or rural providers. For a deeper breakdown of what drives daycare pricing and how to budget effectively, read our guide on the cost of daycare.
What types of daycare are available in Mount Prospect, IL?
Families in Mount Prospect, IL can browse 0 daycare providers across a range of care types, making it easier to find the right fit for your child's age, your schedule, and your budget. Child care centers are larger, licensed facilities that typically serve multiple age groups and offer structured curricula — a good option for parents who value consistency and socialization. Family daycare homes operate out of a caregiver's residence with smaller group sizes, which can feel more nurturing and home-like for younger children. For parents of babies and young toddlers, infant daycare programs are specifically designed to meet the developmental needs of children under two. If your work schedule extends beyond standard hours, overnight daycare may be worth exploring for flexible or non-traditional coverage. Not sure if daycare is the right path at all? Our breakdown of nanny vs. daycare pros, cons, and cost can help you weigh your options.
