Best Daycares in Elmhurst, IL — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in Elmhurst based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.
Top Daycares in Elmhurst
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#1 — Tree Town Co-Op Nursery Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#2 — Bethel Learning Center Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →
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#3 — Little Friends School Of Elmhurst Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#4 — Oxbridge Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#5 — Magic Years Daycare Center Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
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#6 — Queens Pointe Preschool Score: 15/100
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#7 — Bongo Kids Score: 12/100
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#8 — Peek-A-Boo! Learning Center Site Score: 11/100
Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →
How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the #1 daycare in Elmhurst?
- Tree Town Co-Op Nursery is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Elmhurst based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
- How are daycares ranked in Elmhurst?
- Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
- How much does daycare cost in Elmhurst?
- Childcare costs in Elmhurst vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.