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Licensed Daycare in Caledonia, Illinois

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

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 Caledonia 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 Caledonia typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Caledonia?

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 Caledonia

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 Caledonia 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: 53 kids

ZIP codes covered

61011 4

Program types in Caledonia

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All Caledonia licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Chicago Playhouse Academy #448

Caledonia

School Age (5+) Cap 72

E Montessori

Elgin Stepping Stones #398

Caledonia

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 39

N Licensed Center

Naperville Panda Kids Academy #223

Caledonia

Infants & Toddlers Cap 19

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Cicero #173

Caledonia

Preschool (2-5) Cap 85

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Caledonia, Illinois?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Caledonia, 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 Caledonia?

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 Caledonia 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 Caledonia typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Caledonia?

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 Caledonia 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.