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Licensed Daycare in Kentwood, Michigan

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

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 Kentwood 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 Kentwood typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Kentwood?

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 .

12 licensed daycares in Kentwood, 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 Kentwood

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Kentwood 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: 39 kids

ZIP codes covered

49548 8 49512 4

Program types in Kentwood

Preschool

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Child Care Center

2 centers

Before & After School Care

All Kentwood licensed centers

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A Montessori

Ann Arbor Cloud Nine Kids #238

Kentwood

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31

A Before/After School

Ann Arbor Wonder Years #236

Kentwood

School Age (5+) Cap 15

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Ann Arbor #242

Kentwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 63

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Farmington Hills #116

Kentwood

School Age (5+) Cap 37

F Before/After School

Farmington Hills Cloud Nine Kids #112

Kentwood

School Age (5+) Cap 47

F Preschool

Farmington Hills Wonder Years #110

Kentwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

G Group Care

Grand Rapids ABC Childcare #149

Kentwood

School Age (5+) Cap 29

G Licensed Center

Grand Rapids Primrose School #155

Kentwood

Infants & Toddlers Cap 15

G Head Start

Growing Minds Grand Rapids #151

Kentwood

2 years - 12 years Cap 94

G Group Care

Growing Minds Livonia #25

Kentwood

School Age (5+) Cap 15

L Licensed Center

Livonia ABC Childcare #23

Kentwood

Infants & Toddlers Cap 75

L Infant Care

Livonia Primrose School #29

Kentwood

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Kentwood, Michigan?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Kentwood, 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 Kentwood?

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 Kentwood 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 Kentwood typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Kentwood?

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 Kentwood 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.