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Licensed Daycare in Southfield, Michigan

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

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 Southfield 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 Southfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Southfield?

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 .

8 licensed daycares in Southfield, 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 Southfield

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Southfield 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: 52 kids

ZIP codes covered

48075 11 48034 4 48033 1

Program types in Southfield

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Southfield licensed centers

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D Preschool

Detroit Rainbow Learning Center #70

Southfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 33

H Head Start

Happy Days Detroit Daycare #39

Southfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 51

H Group Care

Happy Days Lansing Daycare #213

Southfield

School Age (5+) Cap 70

L Family Daycare

Lansing Rainbow Learning Center #244

Southfield

School Age (5+) Cap 74

L Before/After School

Livonia Smart Start Academy #300

Southfield

School Age (5+) Cap 90

W Infant Care

Warren Precious Moments #157

Southfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 52

W Montessori

Warren Smart Start Academy #126

Southfield

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 22

W Head Start

Westland Precious Moments #31

Southfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 25

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 Southfield, Michigan?

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

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 Southfield 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 Southfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Southfield?

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 Southfield 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.