Chicago Early Learning (Free Preschool)
FREE preschool and Head Start for Chicago kids from birth to 5, in every neighborhood. Apply online; the family hotline helps with applications.
Verified 9/29/2026
Free & Low-Cost Childcare in Chicago
Free and low-cost childcare, Head Start, preschool and help paying for child care across Chicago and the suburbs.
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Easterseals Head Start Chicago
FREE Early Head Start (under 3) and Head Start (ages 3-5) for income-eligible families in Chicago and suburban Cook County. 7 hours a day, up to 12 available.
Verified 9/29/2026
Metropolitan Family Services Learning and Wellness Center
Early learning and Head Start from 6 weeks to 5 years for income-eligible working or student parents.
5338 S. Loomis Blvd, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Metropolitan Family Services Midway Children's Center
Early learning and Head Start for ages 2 to 5 for income-eligible working or student parents.
3215 W. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
Verified 9/29/2026
Metropolitan Family Services North Children's Center
Early learning and Head Start for ages 2 to 5 for income-eligible working or student parents.
3255 N. Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Blase Child Development Center
Catholic Charities child care for ages 3 to 12. Weekdays 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
7438 W. 61st Pl, Summit, IL 60501
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Mary of Celle Child Development Center
Catholic Charities child care for ages 2 to 12. Weekdays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
1448 Wesley Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Verified 9/29/2026
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