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Licensed Daycare in Downers Grove, Illinois

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Downers Grove?

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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Downers Grove?

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 .

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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,340/mo

Illinois avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Downers Grove

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 Downers Grove 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: 83 kids

ZIP codes covered

60516 6 60515 6 1

Program types in Downers Grove

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

2 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

All Downers Grove licensed centers

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C Preschool

Chicago Childcare Academy #282

Downers Grove

Preschool (2-5) Cap 73

C Group Care

Chicago Learning Center #281

Downers Grove

School Age (5+) Cap 71

C Licensed Center

Cicero ABC Childcare #7

Downers Grove

Infants & Toddlers Cap 108

C Montessori

Cicero Early Learning Center #6

Downers Grove

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 111

E Family Daycare

Elgin Little Scholars #232

Downers Grove

School Age (5+) Cap 115

F Licensed Center

First Steps Elgin #231

Downers Grove

Infants & Toddlers Cap 75

L Group Care

Little Genius Naperville #57

Downers Grove

School Age (5+) Cap 32

N Family Daycare

Naperville Wonder Years #56

Downers Grove

School Age (5+) Cap 84

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Downers Grove, Illinois?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove?

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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Downers Grove?

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 Downers Grove 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.