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Licensed Daycare in Redford, Michigan

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

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 Redford 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 Redford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Redford?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Michigan avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Redford

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Redford 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: 89 kids

ZIP codes covered

48239 5 48240 4

Program types in Redford

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All Redford licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Detroit #191

Redford

2 years - 12 years Cap 85

A Group Care

Active Kids Flint #65

Redford

School Age (5+) Cap 120

D Preschool

Detroit KinderSmile #190

Redford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 99

F Family Daycare

Flint KinderSmile #64

Redford

School Age (5+) Cap 85

W Infant Care

Warren Discovery Preschool #277

Redford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 119

W Montessori

Warren Stepping Stones #278

Redford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 106

W Head Start

Westland Discovery Preschool #151

Redford

2 years - 12 years Cap 77

W Before/After School

Westland Stepping Stones #152

Redford

School Age (5+) Cap 25

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Redford, Michigan?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Redford, 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 Redford?

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 Redford 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 Redford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Redford?

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 Redford 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.