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Licensed Daycare in Detroit, Michigan

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Detroit, Michigan?

Our directory lists 104 licensed childcare centers in Detroit, Michigan, sourced from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

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

Statewide averages in Michigan run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Detroit daycares?

All licensed Michigan centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Detroit typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Detroit?

Michigan families can apply for Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

104

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Michigan avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Detroit

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Detroit 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. Michigan families may also qualify for Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227).

Full Michigan licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:4
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

48214 11 48221 8 48219 8 48202 8 48224 6 48217 6 48213 6 48201 6

Program types in Detroit

Licensed Child Care Center

Licensed Group Child Care Home

13 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

13 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

13 centers

All Detroit licensed centers

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W Licensed Center

Warren Generations Daycare #255

Detroit

Infants & Toddlers Cap 23

W Group Care

Warren Kids First Academy #265

Detroit

School Age (5+) Cap 89

W Family Daycare

Warren KinderSmile #256

Detroit

School Age (5+) Cap 28

W Head Start

Warren Learning Center #259

Detroit

2 years - 12 years Cap 95

W Before/After School

Warren Learning Tree #244

Detroit

School Age (5+) Cap 113

W Infant Care

Warren Little Angels #253

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 28

W Infant Care

Warren Little Stars Daycare #261

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 76

W Licensed Center

Warren Panda Kids Academy #247

Detroit

Infants & Toddlers Cap 42

W Preschool

Warren Playhouse Academy #258

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

W Before/After School

Warren Smart Start Academy #252

Detroit

School Age (5+) Cap 43

W Montessori

Warren Sunflower Daycare #246

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

W Family Daycare

Warren Wonder Years #248

Detroit

School Age (5+) Cap 66

W Head Start

Westland ABC Childcare #143

Detroit

2 years - 12 years Cap 62

W Infant Care

Westland Bright Futures Daycare #137

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 51

W Montessori

Westland Children's Place #146

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 41

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Detroit, Michigan?

Our directory lists 104 licensed childcare centers in Detroit, Michigan, sourced from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child 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 Detroit?

Statewide averages in Michigan run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Detroit daycares?

All licensed Michigan centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Detroit typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Detroit?

Michigan families can apply for Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227). 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 Detroit daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.