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Licensed Daycare in Lincolnwood, Illinois

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Lincolnwood?

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Lincolnwood?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,340/mo

Illinois avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lincolnwood

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 Lincolnwood 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: 56 kids

ZIP codes covered

60659 4 60646 4 60645 4 1

Program types in Lincolnwood

Infant & Toddler Center

Before & After School Care

2 centers

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

All Lincolnwood licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Chicago Bright Beginnings #376

Lincolnwood

School Age (5+) Cap 56

C Montessori

Chicago Childcare Academy #366

Lincolnwood

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 38

C Infant Care

Chicago Learning Center #365

Lincolnwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 68

C Head Start

Cicero ABC Childcare #91

Lincolnwood

2 years - 12 years Cap 20

C Preschool

Cicero Early Learning Center #90

Lincolnwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

E Before/After School

Elgin Little Scholars #316

Lincolnwood

School Age (5+) Cap 17

E Montessori

Elgin Wonder Years #326

Lincolnwood

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 118

F Infant Care

First Steps Cicero #101

Lincolnwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 52

F Head Start

First Steps Elgin #315

Lincolnwood

2 years - 12 years Cap 85

L Infant Care

Little Genius Naperville #141

Lincolnwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 63

N Licensed Center

Naperville Learning Center #151

Lincolnwood

Infants & Toddlers Cap 36

N Before/After School

Naperville Wonder Years #140

Lincolnwood

School Age (5+) Cap 62

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lincolnwood, Illinois?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Lincolnwood, 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 Lincolnwood?

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 Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lincolnwood?

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 Lincolnwood 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.