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MILL CREEK EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM II

Mill Creek Early Childhood Program Ii is a child care center in BATAVIA, Illinois. Care is... Read More

LECKBEE, KELLY A

Leckbee, Kelly A is a home based child care provider in SOUTH ELGIN, Illinois. Care is off... Read More

SOUTH ELGIN, IL 60177

BATAVIA COVENANT PRESCHOOL

A play-based preschool at Batavia Covenant Church combining early childhood education with... Read More

BATAVIA, IL 60510

2 years - 6 years

Mon-Fri, 9:30am - 1:30pm

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Center, Play based, Religion based

BENHART-VIOLA, VANESSA R

Benhart Viola, Vanessa R is a home based child care provider in WEST CHICAGO, Illinois. Ca... Read More

WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185

Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool at the corner of LaFox Road and Route 64 is designed to feel hom... Read More

SAINT CHARLES, IL 60175

1 month - 12 years

Mon-Sat/Sun, 7:00am - 5:00pm

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Center

MILL CREEK EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM

Mill Creek Early Childhood Program is a child care center in BATAVIA, Illinois. Care is of... Read More

5 STAR LEARNING RANCH

A small, intimate, educationally-based preschool and childcare program set over 5 acres of... Read More

BATAVIA, IL 60510

1 month - 12 years

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

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Center, Nature based, Play based

KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BATAVIA

Part of the national Kiddie Academy network, offering educational child care from infant d... Read More

BATAVIA, IL 60510

1 month - 6 years

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

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Center, Academic

PRS ELGIN BUSINESS LLC

Primrose School of South Elgin is a private preschool offering educational daycare and chi... Read More

SOUTH ELGIN, IL 60177

1 month - 12 years

Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 5:30pm

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Center, Play based

EDUCARE OF ST CHARLES

"EduCare... Where Learning Is Fun!" An independent early learning center focusing on the p... Read More

ST CHARLES, IL 60175

1 month - 12 years

Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 5:30pm

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Center

LORD OF LIFE PRESCHOOL

Lord of Life Preschool provides a safe, loving environment in Elburn, IL where young child... Read More

ELBURN, IL 60119

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:45am - 5:00pm

$275-300/month

Center, Play based, Religion based, STEM

FOSTER, LAYUNDA A

Foster, Layunda A is a home based child care provider in WEST CHICAGO, Illinois. Care is o... Read More

WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185

1 month - 12 years

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Home based, Play based

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Frequently asked questions about Saint Charles daycares

How much does daycare cost in Saint Charles, IL?

Daycare prices in Saint Charles 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 Saint Charles and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Saint Charles, 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 Saint Charles?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Saint Charles 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 Saint Charles 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.