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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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A Preschool

ABC Academy Detroit #174

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

D Preschool

Detroit KinderCare #166

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 109

D Preschool

Detroit Wonder Years #182

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 60

F Preschool

Flint Early Learning Center #34

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 87

F Preschool

Flint Golden Gate Daycare #50

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

F Preschool

Flint Playhouse Academy #66

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 43

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Flint #42

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 107

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Westland #150

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 61

W Preschool

Warren Cloud Nine Kids #250

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 59

W Preschool

Warren Playhouse Academy #258

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

W Preschool

Westland Early Learning Center #142

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 21

W Preschool

Westland Learning Tree #118

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 46

W Preschool

Westland Smart Start Academy #126

Detroit

Preschool (2-5) Cap 79

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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.