Licensed Daycare in Mount Auburn, Illinois

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mount Auburn?

Statewide averages in Illinois run roughly $1340/month for infants and $960/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 Mount Auburn daycares?

All licensed Illinois centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Mount Auburn typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mount Auburn?

Illinois families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS (intake: (877) 202-4453). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

3 licensed daycares in Mount Auburn, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Illinois licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,340/mo

Illinois avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mount Auburn

ChildCare Aware reports the Illinois average full-time cost at $1,340/month for infant care and $960/month for preschool. City-level prices in Mount Auburn 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. Illinois families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS (intake: (877) 202-4453).

Full Illinois licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 74 kids

ZIP codes covered

62547 3

Program types in Mount Auburn

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Mount Auburn licensed centers

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A Group Care

Aurora Creative Kids #385

Mount Auburn

School Age (5+) Cap 21

C Licensed Center

Champaign Learning Center #335

Mount Auburn

Infants & Toddlers Cap 114

S Family Daycare

Springfield Bright Beginnings #160

Mount Auburn

School Age (5+) Cap 89

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mount Auburn, Illinois?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Mount Auburn, Illinois, sourced from Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day 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 Mount Auburn?

Statewide averages in Illinois run roughly $1340/month for infants and $960/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 Mount Auburn daycares?

All licensed Illinois centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Mount Auburn typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mount Auburn?

Illinois families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS (intake: (877) 202-4453). 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 Mount Auburn daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.