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Recent daycare reviews in Peoria, IL

Lori Dalton child care

5.0

Lori is the best! Friendly, welcoming, and so caring. My sons goal is to be the first one to daycare he loves it so much. There's lots of centers for the kids playing/learning. She even has cots for nap time/movie time for bigger kids. We expressed our concerns about school shut down during pandemic...

- Chelsea L.

St. Mark's Child Care and Preschool

5.0

We had the best experience at this center. The small class sizes are great and my child got a great foundation for kindergarten! I highly recommend St. Mark's.

- Carol H.

Whiz Kidz Academy - Pekin

5.0

I give a 5 star rating because they have exceeded my expectations. The staff are all very friendly and caring. They have helped me in more ways than I can even thank them. The facility is clean and organized compared to previous care centers I have seen.

- Lyndsey B.

Bethany's Daycare

5.0

Bethany is a very experienced care giver and mother of three. Her home offers a fun, safe, and clean environment for children to play. She keeps the children busy with a variety of activities, outdoor play, and preschool curriculum. I would highly recommend Bethany to care for your child(ren).

- Gabriella W.

Family Center Head Start

5.0

Two of my granddaughters attended Tazewell Head Start where they learned school readiness skills and they did very well in Kindergarten and beyond. The oldest is in 5th and the youngest is in 1st. The social skills and letter and letter sound skills they learned at Head Start made it so much...

- Becca

Daycares in Peoria, IL

Lori Dalton child care

Lori Dalton child care

3923 N Atlantic Ave, Peoria Heights, IL

4.9

(8)

Hello! I've been caring for children for more than 20 yrs. I offer care to different age groups with appropriate play and learning for that age. I will care for your child as if he/she were my own. I hope my home will feel like an extension of your own home.I also have an assistant with me daily and...
5.0
"My son has been with Lori since he was 12 weeks old. It was very difficult leaving him and going back to work but she eased the transition by sending me pictures whenever I asked. My son has also had some asthma issues and she has always been willing to give him...

Amber B.


St. Mark's Child Care and Preschool

St. Mark's Child Care and Preschool

200 S. Main, Washington, IL

5.0

(1)

St. Mark's Child Care & Preschool is DCFS-licensed for children aged two to six. The center provides a nurturing, Christian environment through small class sizes and a caring, qualified staff. Mission Statement To provide a child-centered child care and preschool that combines a caring Christian...
5.0
"We had the best experience at this center. The small class sizes are great and my child got a great foundation for kindergarten! I highly recommend St. Mark's."

Carol H.


0106 - Childtime of Washington

0106 - Childtime of Washington

26 Washington Plaza, WASHINGTON, IL


Jessica's Home daycare

Jessica's Home daycare

741 East Lake Ave, Peoria Heights, IL

my home daycare is a very safe and loving home for the children. I have many fun activities and tons of toys for the children to play with. I have been in business for over 10 years and love every minute of it. I truly enjoy children and helping them grow! I have three children of my own who...

Cadence Academy Preschool Pekin

Cadence Academy Preschool Pekin

900 Kennedy Drive, PEKIN, IL

We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...

Little Rockets Home Daycare

Little Rockets Home Daycare

5223 S. Acre Rd., Mapleton, IL

Little Rockets Home Daycare is a small licensed in home daycare designed to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn, discover and grow.

Faith Lutheran Community Child Care Center

Faith Lutheran Community Child Care Center

650 School St, Washington, IL

Faith Lutheran Child Care Center provides a high quality, structured learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We provide an all-encompassing, developmentally appropriate curriculum for each age group designed to allow each child to grow into a happy, healthy, self-sufficient,...

Whiz Kidz Academy - Pekin

Whiz Kidz Academy - Pekin

1605 FLORENCE AVENUE, PEKIN, IL

Starting at $260/mo

5.0

(1)

At Whiz Kidz we provide a structured space to allow for an easy transition. Classrooms are organized around interest/learning areas including art, dramatic play, story time, building and blocks, sensory-motor, and fine motor development.
5.0
"I give a 5 star rating because they have exceeded my expectations. The staff are all very friendly and caring. They have helped me in more ways than I can even thank them. The facility is clean and organized compared to previous care centers I have seen. "

Lyndsey B.


I am a licensed in home daycare for almost 7 years. I have my teaching degree. I am on the food program and offer breakfast, am snack, lunch, and on snack. I provide a preschool curriculum and fun activities. I provide a safe and fun place for children!
5.0
"Bethany is a very experienced care giver and mother of three. Her home offers a fun, safe, and clean environment for children to play. She keeps the children busy with a variety of activities, outdoor play, and preschool curriculum. I would highly recommend Bethany...

Gabriella W.


Family Center Head Start

233 Leadley Ave, East Peoria, IL

3.0

(2)

The Family Center Head Start in East Peoria, Illinois offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that stimulate the children's cognitive,...
5.0
"Two of my granddaughters attended Tazewell Head Start where they learned school readiness skills and they did very well in Kindergarten and beyond. The oldest is in 5th and the youngest is in 1st. The social skills and letter and letter sound skills they learned...

Becca


Kristina Carothers

2623 W Ardmore Pl, West Peoria, IL

5.0

(1)

Kristina Carothers is a child care provider that owns and runs a licensed facility located at 2623 W Ardmore Place, West Peoria, Illinois. The facility can accommodate a maximum of eight children and is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays. Kristina Carothers serves infants,...
5.0
"Kristy has been watching our two children for several years now. I would highly recommend her to all my family and friends. It's the best of both worlds, my children learn but have the comfort of being in a loving home. Kristy and her family have become our...

Melissa


3.0

(2)

Faithful Heart Childcare & Development Center is a Christian based early childhood program provider located at 22700 Veterans Road, Morton Illinois. The center offers care and early learning for children ages six weeks to six years old. Faithful Heart Childcare & Development Center can accommodate a...
5.0
"Faithful Heart was recommended to us by multiple friends as the BEST child care in the area. We are truly blessed to have found a place that cares about our children as we do."

Clint


Peter Rabbit Day Care

9618 W Us Highway 150, Edwards, IL

Peter Rabbit Day Care provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Edwards, Illinois, for kids from six weeks 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...

Carolyn's Daycare

8210 S. Cameron Lane, Mapleton, IL

Each day is filled with crafts, reading books, learning numbers and letters in a fun way. We have quiet time and music time. Lots of fun activities to stimulate the creativity for the children. It is important to me to teach the children good manners, respecting each other and having a fun filled...

Hansel & Gretel Day Care Ctr

154 E Washington St, East Peoria, IL

Established in 1978, Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center is designed to make the child’s first educational experience as nurturing, enriching, and rewarding for the whole family. Located in East Peoria, Illinois, the operating hours are weekdays from 6:30am to 5:30pm.

Margaret's Daycare

107 Lewis Ct., Creve Coeur, IL

Open M-F,7:00am-5:00pm Closed all Holidays,I have been a Licensed Daycare for 22 years.I provide breakfast,lunch and a snack,

Phillips

6 Ford Court, Creve Coeur, IL

I am available for caring for children infant and up. I am currently looking for 2 children to care for. I have watched/babysat children for about 15 years, part-time. I am available from 6am-6pm, but I can also adjust my times depending on situations. Current charges will be $27/day per child, I...

Children's Center of Tazewell County Inc

210 N Thorncrest Ave, Creve Coeur, IL

Children's Center of Tazewell County, Inc is a private, co-educational school located in Creve Coeur, IL that serves children from Prekindergarten through Third Grade. The school offers child care and day care services Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 5 PM.

Cornerstone Learning Center

1200 Independence Ct, Washington, IL

Cornerstone Learning Center provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Washington, Illinois, for kids from six weeks to eleven years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give...

Home Away From Home Child Care

138 Heatherview Dr, East Peoria, IL

I run an in home child care, with full and part time openings. I offer services Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Full-Time $35.00 a day. Your child will be exposed to a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, socialization, group activities, and general learning. My mission...

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Ratings for Peoria, IL daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Daycares in Peoria, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.