Detroit Smart Start Academy #102
9344 Jefferson St, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.
About Detroit Smart Start Academy #102
Detroit Smart Start Academy #102 is a preschool located in Dearborn Heights, Michigan (48127). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing. Licensed capacity is 106 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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A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Detroit Smart Start Academy #102 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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