Bright Horizons Child Care in Chicago

Early Education & Preschool That's More Than Daycare

Bright Horizons in Chicago offers quality, year-round programming, flexible 2, 3, 4, and 5-day schedules, and a number of convenient preschool locations throughout the Chicago metro area, including the City of Chicago and Evanston, and suburban towns like Northbrook, Deerfield, Lake Zurich, Skokie, Northfield, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Itasca, Mount Prospect, Deer Park, Rosemont, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Lisle, Naperville, and Oak Brook.
 

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Bright Horizons Chicago child care locations

Health, Safety, and Wellness at Our Chicago Centers

Parents nationwide trust Bright Horizons to care for their children. Expert-informed policies; health, safety, and wellness built right into our curriculum; and safe spaces designed for learning and exploration — you’ll find it all in our centers.

Staff dedicated to ensuring that we set the highest standards in all areas

Strict handwashing and sanitary policies to prevent the spread of illnesses

Secured entrances to all centers and supervision policies to keep children safe

Frequent cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces, toys, and laundered items

Explore Child Care in Chicagoland

Working parents shouldn’t have to choose between child care and early education. Our programs ensure you don’t have to, offering convenience for your workday, and enriching learning experiences for your child.


With 30 convenient Chicago area locations, we're never far from your home or workplace.

Bright Horizons at Rosemont

6107 North River Rd.
Rosemont, IL 60018
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Bright Horizons at Mount Prospect

1020 Hunt Club Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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Bright Horizons at Skokie

9877 Woods Drive
Skokie, IL 60077
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Bright Horizons at The Chancellory

270 Windsor Dr
Itasca, IL 60143
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New Trier Child Care Center managed by Bright Horizons

7 Happ Road, Building B
Northfield, IL 60093
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Bright Horizons at Northbrook

1101 Techny Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
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Bright Horizons at Evanston

1629 Orrington Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
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Bright Horizons at Early Child and Education Center

1410 N. Roosevelt Blvd
Schaumburg, IL 60173
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Bright Horizons at Oak Brook

1520 Kensington Rd. Suite 103
Oak Brook, IL 60523
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Bright Horizons at Lake Cook

1650 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015
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Little Horizons managed by Bright Horizons

1 Horizon Way
Deerfield, IL 60015
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Bright Horizons at Clybourn

1425 North Dayton
Chicago, IL 60642
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Bright Horizons at Illinois Medical District

1851 W. Harrison Street
Chicago, IL 60612
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Bright Horizons at North Kennicott

3523 North Kennicott Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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Bright Horizons at Western Springs

4700 Commonwealth Avenue
Western Springs, IL 60558
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Bright Horizons at Cook County/City of Chicago Child Development Center

40 North Dearborn
Chicago, IL 60602
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Bright Horizons at South Wabash

321 S Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
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Bright Horizons at Lakeshore East

360 E South Water Street
Chicago, IL 60601
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Bright Horizons at The Esplanade

3400 Lacey Road
Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Detour 2 Discovery

2001 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
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Bright Horizons at Deer Park

21955 W. Field Parkway
Deer Park, IL 60010
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Bright Horizons at Wheaton

25W 725 Jewell Rd.
Wheaton, IL 60187
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CDW At Play Child Care Center

165 N. Lakeview Parkway
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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Bright Horizons at Lake Zurich

One Corporate Drive, Suite 180
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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Bright Horizons at Lisle

4225 Naperville Rd Suite 170
Lisle, IL 60532
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UChicago Child Development Center Drexel managed by Bright Horizons

5610 South Drexel Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
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Dearhaven Child Care and Learning Center

1100 N Westmoreland Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Bright Horizons at Naperville

550 East Diehl Rd
Naperville, IL 60563
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UChicago Child Development Center Stony Island managed by Bright Horizons

5824 South Stony Island Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
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Ecolab Early Education and Preschool

1601 W. Diehl Road
Naperville, IL 60563
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What Questions Should I Ask a Child Care Provider?
 

What ages does Bright Horizons in Chicago serve in its child care program?

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Most of our Chicago child care centers serve children ages six weeks to six years. Bright Horizons is more than daycare. We have programs with developmentally appropriate curriculum for infantstoddlerpreschool and pre-K.

I've looked at other child care solutions in Chicago with long waitlists. What if I want to enroll at a Chicago Bright Horizons center but space is not available?

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You can select and register with up to three Bright Horizons child care locations, including the center in which you are most interested. By registering, you are confirming interest in all three centers. Once registered, we will add you to our waitlist and offer you a space as soon as one becomes available. Our goal is to accommodate families as soon as space allows, and so during the entire process, we will keep in touch with you regarding your status. While waiting for a space to become available at the first-choice location, many families enroll at their second or third choices temporarily until space becomes available at their first-choice centers. Enrolling at another location will not only solve your immediate child care needs, but will provide you priority access to your first preference.

What is the background check process for all staff at Bright Horizons Chicago child care centers?

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Bright Horizons conducts comprehensive background checks on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. In Chicago, the state of IL Department of Youth and Families requires background checks for employees of a daycare or licensed child care facility.

 

Bright Horizons background checks consist of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search, a sex offender search, OFAC search, and a social security verification trace are also conducted.

Is it safe to send my child to a Chicago child care or preschool?

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We continue to monitor state and local public health guidelines, look to our medical expert, and use our considerable experience to guide our health and safety practices. We’re prepared to respond quickly and adjust those health and safety practices as needed.

Do Bright Horizons daycare centers follow state/local requirements for masking and vaccinations?

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Where there are additional state or local requirements, for example around vaccination/masking, Bright Horizons also complies with applicable legal requirements in each jurisdiction in which we operate.

Are child care staff at Bright Horizons in Chicago trained in CPR and First Aid?

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All Bright Horizons Chicago staff are trained regularly in CPR /First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible while in our care.  Families of children in our care use the to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and stay up to date on important notifications.

All Bright Horizons Chicago staff receive ongoing training, including CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is healthy, safe, and thriving while in our care. Bright Horizons families use the MyBrightDay mobile app daily to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and to stay up-to-date on important notifications.

What do children learn at Bright Horizons child care in Chicago?

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Child care at Bright Horizons is focused on making our daily experiences focused on comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character. Here's how we do it:

Preparing Children for Success in Life by:

  1. Approaching life as an invitation to learn
  2. Becoming a confident and competent lifelong learner
  3. Becoming a confident and competent user of technology
  4. Developing emotional intelligence: personal power and social skills

Preparation for Academic Excellence by:

  1. Developing the social and cognitive skills necessary for school success
  2. Achieving excellence in language and literacy
  3. Developing an engaged, reflective, inquisitive mind and appreciation of science
  4. Achieving excellence in logical/mathematical understanding
Providing a Rich and Rewarding Childhood by focusing on:
  1. Happy days
  2. Wonderful relationships
  3. A World of experience

How much does child care in Chicago cost?
 

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Child care tuition in Chicago is dependent upon your child’s age, developmental level, and the location of the school you have chosen. To get a customized tuition quote for Bright Horizons in Chicago, please set up a Zoom meeting with us. Our center staff can talk through your family's needs to help calculate what tuition would look like for you.

Does Bright Horizons in Chicago have infant care?
 

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Yes. Most of our locations offer infant care programs for children starting at 6-weeks old. We're happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for expectant parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons in Chicago is a great place for babies.

Does Bright Horizons in Chicago have a toddler program?

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Yes. Most of our locations offer toddler programs for children to start to explore independence, language and social skills. We're happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to find out what toddlers learn in our Chicago child care programs.

How do I find a nanny in Chicago?
 

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With the Sittercity app, you can search locally for a full or part-time nanny or post a job detailing your needs and have interested child care professionals reach out directly to you. Sittercity has built-in screening tools to give you the control to hire with ease and confidence. This includes secure messaging, interview booking, professional references, and running background checks.
 

Does Bright Horizons in Chicago have a preschool program?

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Yes. Most of our locations offer preschool and kindergarten preparation programs for children to start working on getting ready for school. We're happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to learn about what school readiness at Bright Horizons in Chicago looks like.

Is Bright Horizons hiring child care teachers in Chicago?

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Yes. Please visit our careers site to view all active Bright Horizons job openings in your area. Our careers site allows you to search for all open positions (part-time, full-time, and temporary) in our centers, including positions at client center that only enroll families who work for specific employers.

Is Bright Horizons a good place to work in Chicago?

 

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Yes, but don’t just take our word for it! We’ve been named 20 times as one of FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and are honored to be the only child care company to ever make the list.

How are working parents supported by child care at Bright Horizons in Chicago?

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Bright Horizons in Chicago supports the whole family because we know that success at work and success at home go hand-in-hand. We designed our centers, child care programs, and schedules to keep the needs of both children and parents in mind. 

Does Bright Horizons have summer care in Chicago?
 

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We have a partnership with Steve and Kate's camp locations as well as our Summer Explorations programs for children ages 3-5 and 6-12. 

Does Bright Horizons in Chicago allow children with special needs to enroll in child care?

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Yes! Bright Horizons in Chicago can successfully accommodate a wide range of special needs and individual differences in our group programs.  We believe in inclusive programs to focus on each child’s strengths. We support a collaborative team approach – the teacher, director, specialists, and parents. The team will work closely together to try to maximize each child’s opportunities for learning, growth, and development, and to attempt to eliminate any barriers or safety issues which a group program may present.

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