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Licensed Daycare in Schiller Park, Illinois

4 licensed daycares in Schiller Park, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Illinois licensing records.

4
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$1,340/mo
Illinois avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Schiller Park listings updated May 2026 from official Illinois records.

Daycare in Schiller Park: what parents should know

Families in Schiller Park can choose from 4 licensed childcare providers, with Montessori the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Illinois license at indexing time, sourced from Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 1 center in Schiller Park report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).

About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

In total, Schiller Park providers are approved for approximately 263 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Schiller Park childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
263
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Schiller Park

ChildCare Aware reports the Illinois average full-time cost at $1,340/month for infant care and $960/month for preschool. City-level prices in Schiller Park vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Illinois families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS (intake: (877) 202-4453).

Full Illinois licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:8
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
65 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Schiller Park

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Schiller Park, Illinois?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Schiller Park, Illinois, sourced from Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Schiller Park?
Statewide averages in Illinois run roughly $1340/month for infants and $960/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Schiller Park daycares?
All licensed Illinois centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Schiller Park typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Schiller Park?
Illinois families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS (intake: (877) 202-4453). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Schiller Park daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Schiller Park

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Local CCR&R agency

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1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

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Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(877) 202-4453 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Schiller Park, Illinois are compiled from official Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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