Licensed Daycare in De Kalb, Illinois
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in De Kalb
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 De Kalb 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 overviewQuick 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
- 83 kids
ZIP codes covered
All De Kalb licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Chicago Golden Gate Daycare #138
De Kalb
Elgin Rainbow Learning Center #88
De Kalb
Happy Days Joliet Daycare #313
De Kalb
Nurturing Hearts Waukegan #263
De Kalb
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Search 4 Licensed Centers in De Kalb
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