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PATHWAYS LEARNING ACADEMY@WILLOW CREEK

High-quality early childhood education center located at Willow Creek Church, aiming to in... Read More

S BARRINGTON, IL 60010

1 month - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 6:00pm

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Center

METROPOLITAN FAM SRVS TIOGA SCHOOL

Metropolitan Fam Srvs Tioga School is a child care center in BENSENVILLE, Illinois. Care i... Read More

BENSENVILLE, IL 60106

CHILDREN'S LAND AT VERNON HILLS LLC

One of Children's Land's Chicagoland locations, providing early childhood education from i... Read More

VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

1 month - 7 years

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

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Center

TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER

Trusted child care offering infant care, preschool, and early education programs with a SM... Read More

SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194

1 month - 12 years

Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 6:00pm

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Center, Play based, STEAM

ORZECHOWSKI, ANDREW

Orzechowski, Andrew is a home based child care provider in ROSELLE, Illinois. Care is of... Read More

Home based, Play based

LIDECKI, SYLVIA

Lidecki, Sylvia is a home based child care provider in SCHAUMBURG, Illinois. Care is off... Read More

Home based, Play based

KHAN, SAEED M

Khan, Saeed M is a home based child care provider in SKOKIE, Illinois. Care is offered for... Read More

THE GODDARD SCHOOL-VERNON HILLS

Preschool and daycare using The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum to create ... Read More

VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

1 month - 8 years

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

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Center, Play based

LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL'S LITTLE SCOUTS

LFHS Little Scouts Preschool, based at Lake Forest High School, provides quality care and ... Read More

LAKE FOREST, IL 60045

1 month - 3 years

Mon-Fri, 6:45am - 5:15pm

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Center, Play based

PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILDCARE LLC

Christian-based childcare facility (Precious Angels Christian Academy) providing early edu... Read More

SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194

1 month - 12 years

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

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Center, Religion based

SCHAUMBURG PRK DIST SHEPHARD ECC

Pat Shephard Center - Schaumburg Park District early childhood center opened in 1992; its ... Read More

SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 9:00am - 5:00pm

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Center, Play based

ATONEMENT CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL

Christian preschool and daycare at the Lutheran Church of the Atonement, offering full-day... Read More

BARRINGTON, IL 60010

1 month - 7 years

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

$500-600/month

Center, Religion 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.