Family Daycare School Age (5+) 98 children

Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216

8036 Lincoln Ave, Pentwater, MI 49449

98
Capacity
0 months - 5 years
Age range
1:4
State infant ratio
$970/mo
Michigan avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216

Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 is a family daycare located in Pentwater, Michigan (49449). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing. Licensed capacity is 98 children.

Cost & subsidies in Michigan

Statewide averages: $970/month infant, $720/month preschool. Most Michigan families qualify for assistance through Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216

Is Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 licensed?
Yes — Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 holds a current Michigan child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 accept?
Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 serves 0 months - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Michigan averages about $970/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. Contact Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 enroll?
Ann Arbor Bright Beginnings #216 has a licensed capacity of 98 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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