Best Daycares in Westchester, IL — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 5 daycares and childcare centers in Westchester based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.
Top Daycares in Westchester
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#1 — Alpha Montessori School Score: 66%
Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Private school. View full profile →
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#2 — Sticks and Stones Preschool Score: 60%
Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →
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#3 — Westbrook KinderCare Score: 57%
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
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#4 — Glow Preschool Score: 51%
Programs: Preschool. View full profile →
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#5 — Heartz and Mindz Learning Center Score: 40%
Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →
How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers
Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the #1 daycare in Westchester?
- Alpha Montessori School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Westchester 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 Westchester?
- Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
- How much does daycare cost in Westchester?
- Childcare costs in Westchester 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.