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Licensed Daycare in Northeast, Michigan

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

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 Northeast 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 Northeast typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Northeast?

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 Northeast

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Northeast 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: 58 kids

ZIP codes covered

48509 4 48506 4

Program types in Northeast

Licensed Family Daycare Home

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All Northeast licensed centers

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D Preschool

Detroit Cloud Nine Kids #310

Northeast

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

D Family Daycare

Detroit Wonder Years #308

Northeast

School Age (5+) Cap 62

F Family Daycare

Flint Cloud Nine Kids #184

Northeast

School Age (5+) Cap 21

F Montessori

Flint Wonder Years #182

Northeast

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 38

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Sterling Heights #97

Northeast

Preschool (2-5) Cap 95

G Head Start

Growing Minds Westland #271

Northeast

2 years - 12 years Cap 18

S Head Start

Sterling Heights ABC Childcare #95

Northeast

2 years - 12 years Cap 65

W Group Care

Westland ABC Childcare #269

Northeast

School Age (5+) Cap 95

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 Northeast, Michigan?

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

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 Northeast 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 Northeast typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Northeast?

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 Northeast 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.