TOP 10 Preschools in Barrington, IL

Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Barrington, IL?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Barrington, IL. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Barrington, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Barrington, IL?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Barrington, IL, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Barrington, IL.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Barrington, IL?

When looking for a preschool near you in Barrington, IL on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Barrington, IL who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Recent preschool reviews in Barrington, IL

The Nest Schools Barrington

5.0

I have nothing but amazing things to say about the well-trained staff, the incredible care, wonderful programming, and beautiful facilities. Every morning, my mind is at ease at drop off knowing my son is safe, loved, and happy.

- Ali B.

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

5.0

I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where she sticks to the rules so kids...

- Jackie B.

Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

5.0

Awesome facility, staff great and extremely helpful. My child is thriving there. We are fairly new, been here a few months. 100% difference from our previous facility we were at. 5 stars from me!

- Ashley J.

The Little Garden School

5.0

Helen is wonderful, and she has a great space with lots of fun activities!

- Jill S

Miss Angela's Home Daycare

5.0

Wonderful caregiver located in a great neighborhood with happy respectful children of her own. Definitely a blessing to have Angela care for your children when needed!

- Sydney M.

Preschools in Barrington, IL

The Nest Schools Barrington

310 James Street, BARRINGTON, IL

5.0

(1)

At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a...

5.0

"I have nothing but amazing things to say about the well-trained staff, the incredible care, wonderful programming, and beautiful facilities. Every morning, my mind is at ease at drop off knowing my son is safe, loved, and happy."

Ali B.

Apple Tree Preschool And Daycare

26747 W. Apple Tree Lane, Barrington, IL

5.0

(2)

Apple Tree Preschool and Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility in Barrington, Illinois. My name is Diane Scardino, I have been providing licensed childcare for 25 years. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education and I am a member of local childcare associations. My assistant and I...

5.0

"I used this Daycare for 3 years between my 2 sons. It is amazing to find an at home day care that has 2 full-time adults; that is rare to find. Ms. Anita is so gentle and calming for my little guy and is great with babies. Ms. Diane runs a safe environment where...

Jackie B.

St. Mark's Day School (Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45am-2:45pm)

337 Ridge Rd, BARRINGTON, IL

St. Mark's is a private preschool situated in the beautiful, rolling countryside of Barrington. We provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for your early learner. With a 50+ year history of excellence, we offer a creative program where play is central. Play allows children to manipulate...

Little Broncos Day School

616 W Main St, Barrington, IL

Little Broncos Day School is located at 616 West Main Street, Barrington, Illinois. The school serves children ages three through five years old, providing them a program that maximizes physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Little Broncos Day School's hours of operation is 7:00 a.m....

Academy Of Stars Inc.

22102 N Pepper Rd Ste 105, Barrington, IL

We offer quality care for infants 6 weeks up to age 12, after school. We have different preschool programs to choose from. We offer Summer Camp and extracurricular activities. Our Programs are designed to allow children an opportunity to develop their skills while having fun with a variety of...

Little Angels Christian Preschool

647 Dundee Ave, Barrington, IL

Little Angels Christian Preschool located at 647 Dundee Avenue, Barrington, IL offers a wide variety of learning experiences, indoor and outdoor play, active and quiet moments. The school designed their classrooms where children can make choices, explore freely, and learn through play.

Noah's Ark Preschool

98 Algonquin Rd, Barrington, IL

Noah's Ark Preschool provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Barrington, Illinois, for kids of all ages. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the best start...

Atonement Christian Day School

909 E Main St, Barrington, IL

Atonement Christian Day School provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Barrington, Illinois, for kids from two to five years old. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their...

Guidepost Montessori at Deer Park

20786 N. Quentin Road, KILDEER, IL

5.0

(2)

At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...

5.0

"We've had a really good experience so far. The staff is amazing, so helpful and accommodating. We love it here. It's our first experience at a Montessori school and they've been so welcoming."

Krissy B.

The Little Garden School

9215 Gardner Road, Fox River Grove, IL

5.0

(2)

Looking for a wonderful place for your children to spend time? We are a small, high quality, DCFS Licensed, play-based childcare program in Fox River Grove. We offer drop-in childcare for ages 6 weeks to 6 years and preschool for 2-6 years old. Run by a certified teacher and mother, The Little...

5.0

"Helen is wonderful, and she has a great space with lots of fun activities!"

Jill S

Ola Daycare

5934 Betty Gloyd Dr, Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0

(1)

Ola's Daycare is a living home day services. We serve families with children from 3 months old to school age. We provide a loving, fun activity and exciting experience for children. We are opened from Monday through Saturday from 6.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Call to schedule an appointment for the tour of...

Miss Angela's Home Daycare

48 Honeysuckle Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

5.0

(12)

Hello! I am looking to care for children ages 15 months - 5 years. I would prefer clients who are teachers or have a similar schedule. However, I am also able to accommodate a part time schedule. I can begin mid-late August of 2019. In addition to over 25 years of experience caring for children,...

5.0

"Wonderful caregiver located in a great neighborhood with happy respectful children of her own. Definitely a blessing to have Angela care for your children when needed!"

Sydney M.

Wunder Woman Childcare

655 Lafayette Ln, Hoffman Estates, IL

4.5

(2)

If you are looking for a responsible, flexible, loving and fun child care provider, look no further. I love to spend time with the kids in my backyard, take walks in the neighborhood, and take trips to nature centers and the zoo. I am active and engaged with the children under my care, whether it is...

4.0

"This Wunder Woman (aka Kristen - to me & aka Risten - to my daughter) currently takes care of our 4yr old daughter. She has been her primary care provider since my daughter was 3mo old. Kristen is wonderful with our little girl and has become like family to her and...

Alison Y.

First Church Preschool

236 W Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL

3.7

(3)

First Church Preschool is charged with the responsibility of giving children, two to five years old, in our church and community, educational and spiritual experiences which will benefit them in their social, emotional, cognitive, and faith development. We achieve this goal by providing the children...

5.0

"I do not agree with the negative review on here...not true at all. My kids love it here...and so do I! I do not have any concerns about safety. All classroom doors remain locked during the school day and there are always two adults in every classroom at all...

Amy W.

Wonderland Kids Academy

750 Northwest Hwy ., Fox River Grove, IL

5.0

(1)

We partner with parents through special events, community service and volunteer opportunities, book fairs, picnics, celebrations of staff milestones and achievements, parades, preschool graduations, camp-outs, and everyday communication. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for...

5.0

"So beautiful and clean place. Professional staff, 4 times meal , activities like music, art, language development, story time , dance, gymnastics-all in one place."

Lana S.

Kiki's Little TLC

260 Prestwicke Blvd, Algonquin, IL

5.0

(2)

'Kiki's Little TLC', is a small in-home childcare located in Algonquin, for newborns to school age kids. I offer developmental appropriate play-based activities such as; sensory arts & crafts, reading, music, French teaching, outdoor activities, zoo, parks, and library adventures. 'Kiki's Little...

5.0

"Love Kiki's little TLC! It's a great learning and fun environment for children. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!"

Mary W

ADVANCE PRESCHOOL INC.

2320 W HIGGINS RD, HOFFMAN EST, IL

Starting at $1020/mo

5.0

(1)

At Advance, we feel all children have individual worth and potential. We strongly believe that our diverse culture enriches our community and promotes acceptance and empathy. Because we believe each child is born with unique gifts, we daily encourage our students to achieve their highest potential....

5.0

"My son was at Advance Preschool until he aged out. The staff is great and very informative, they were there for him if I couldn't be. Advance Preschool's summer program is wonderful they take little field trips with the kids all the time making sure they are...

Casey E.

Marsha's Toddler Turf

1734 Sutton Lane, Schaumburg, IL

5.0

(4)

I provide a safe, fun environment where your child can learn life lessons and experience the world around them. The children are involved in many activities in the home and outside the home giving them experiences to learn, grow and develop at their own pace. We have lots of fun while we learn about...

5.0

"Marsha has cared for our 3 children over the last 5 years. We even waited a year to get in! Marsha does the things we would do with our kids if we were home: going to parks, zoos, museums, events at the library and park districts in the area. She provides a...

Jon A

Little Angels Childcare

6002 Hampton Dr, Carpentersville, IL

5.0

(1)

My in home childcare has immediate openings for children, ages newborn and up, My program is a full day, full year program for your child. We design our academic curriculum based on the Illinois Early Learning Standards for Pre-K and to build school readiness skills for kindergarten. Center type...

Sunshine Child Care

1162 Preston Ave., Elgin, IL

5.0

(1)

Sunshine Child Care is a private in-home daycare offering a positive, loving, and safe environment. I am a professional licensed child care provider with several years experience. My home is conveniently located in Elgin just a couple minutes from the I-90 tollway. Our daily schedule consist of a...

5.0

"I am so glad I chose Sunshine Child Care! Loretta does a wonderful job and my son is very happy there. He has learned a lot and she really goes the extra mile always! She is really devoted to the kids and very attentive. Very happy about my choice, couldn't be...

Lory P.