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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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D Montessori

Detroit Bright Beginnings #162

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 18

D Montessori

Detroit Learning Tree #178

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 28

D Montessori

Detroit Smart Start Academy #186

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 77

D Montessori

Detroit Stepping Stones #170

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 92

F Montessori

Flint Children's Place #38

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 102

F Montessori

Flint Little Scholars #46

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

F Montessori

Flint Sunflower Daycare #54

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 73

L Montessori

Little Hearts Flint #30

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 99

L Montessori

Little Hearts Westland #138

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 58

W Montessori

Warren Sunflower Daycare #246

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

W Montessori

Westland Children's Place #146

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 41

W Montessori

Westland KinderSmile #130

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 72

W Montessori

Westland Wonder Years #122

Detroit

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 26

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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.