Find daycares near me in Prospect Heights, IL

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ST. MATTHEW'S LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL

St. Matthew's Lutheran Preschool is a child care center in NILES, Illinois. Care is offere... Read More

CHILDRENS LEARNING WORLD MONTESSORI SCH

Children's Learning World - A Montessori School, located at Niles North High School. Monte... Read More

SKOKIE, IL 60077

1 month - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 5:00pm

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Center, Montessori

THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF DEERFIELD

A preschool and daycare facility offering a warm and nurturing space for children to grow ... Read More

DEERFIELD, IL 60015

1 month - 6 years

Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm

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Center, Play based

ISSA, AMBER S

Issa, Amber S is a home based child care provider in PALATINE, Illinois. Care is offered f... Read More

Home based, Play based

CELEBREE SCHOOL OF NORTHBROOK

Celebree School location in Northbrook serving infants through school-age children with a ... Read More

KIDDIE CITY LEARNING CENTER LTD

Play-based childcare center in Palatine, IL serving children 6 weeks to 12 years.

COMMUNITY CHD CARE CNTR PALATINE TWNSHP

Community Child Care Center of Palatine Township, now operated by Brightpoint (formerly Ch... Read More

PALATINE, IL 60067

1 month - 7 years

Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm

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Center, Play based

KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GLENVIEW

Founded in 1969, Kensington School has grown to become a nationally recognized leader in e... Read More

Center, Project based, STEAM

DREAMERS CHILD CARE

"Care, culture, and discovery for children 6 weeks through 6 years," offering bilingual pr... Read More

GLENVIEW, IL 60025

1 month - 6 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

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Center, Bilingual

LITTLE SAINTS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Christian preschool ministry of All Saints Lutheran Church offering a nurturing environmen... Read More

Center, Religion based

LEE, KATHLEEN M

Lee, Kathleen M is a home based child care provider in ELK GROVE VLG, Illinois. Care is of... Read More

ELK GROVE VLG, IL 60007

1 month - 12 years

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Home based, Play based

LINCOLNSHIRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL

Since 1973, Lincolnshire Community Nursery School (LCNS) has offered NAEYC-accredited, pla... Read More

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60015

2 years - 6 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 9:00am - 11:30am

$875-6,200/month

Center, Play based

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Frequently asked questions about Prospect Heights daycares

How much does daycare cost in Prospect Heights, IL?

Daycare prices in Prospect Heights vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Prospect Heights and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Prospect Heights, IL?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Prospect Heights?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Prospect Heights daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Prospect Heights families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.