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Licensed Daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Grand Rapids?

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 Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Grand Rapids?

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 .

20 licensed daycares in Grand Rapids, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Michigan licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Michigan avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Grand Rapids

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Grand Rapids 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: 64 kids

ZIP codes covered

49546 12 49507 9 49503 9 49505 8 49548 6 49506 3 49525 2 49512 2

Program types in Grand Rapids

Licensed Group Child Care Home

3 centers

Before & After School Care

All Grand Rapids licensed centers

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A Group Care

Ann Arbor Little Angels #241

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 29

A Head Start

Ann Arbor Panda Kids Academy #235

Grand Rapids

2 years - 12 years Cap 25

A Preschool

Ann Arbor Sunflower Daycare #234

Grand Rapids

Preschool (2-5) Cap 120

F Licensed Center

Farmington Hills Little Angels #115

Grand Rapids

Infants & Toddlers Cap 54

F Group Care

Farmington Hills Panda Kids Academy #109

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 47

F Family Daycare

Farmington Hills Sunflower Daycare #108

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 21

G Family Daycare

Grand Rapids Early Learning Center #148

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 68

G Montessori

Grand Rapids KinderCare #154

Grand Rapids

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 69

G Montessori

Grand Rapids Sunshine Daycare #146

Grand Rapids

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 44

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Ann Arbor #233

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 109

J Licensed Center

Jumping Jacks Farmington Hills #107

Grand Rapids

Infants & Toddlers Cap 15

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us Ann Arbor #231

Grand Rapids

Infants & Toddlers Cap 78

K Infant Care

Kids R Us Farmington Hills #105

Grand Rapids

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Grand Rapids #144

Grand Rapids

School Age (5+) Cap 15

L Preschool

Little Hearts Livonia #18

Grand Rapids

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Grand Rapids, Michigan?

Our directory lists 20 licensed childcare centers in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids?

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 Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Grand Rapids?

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 Grand Rapids 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.