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Licensed Daycare in Palestine, Illinois

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

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 Palestine 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 Palestine typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Palestine?

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 .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,340/mo

Illinois avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Palestine

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 Palestine 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: 90 kids

ZIP codes covered

62451 3

Program types in Palestine

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

All Palestine licensed centers

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J Licensed Center

Jumping Jacks Champaign #279

Palestine

Infants & Toddlers Cap 118

S Family Daycare

Springfield KinderSmile #104

Palestine

School Age (5+) Cap 40

T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Aurora #329

Palestine

School Age (5+) Cap 112

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Palestine, Illinois?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Palestine, 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 Palestine?

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 Palestine 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 Palestine typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Palestine?

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 Palestine 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.