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Licensed Daycare in Belleville, Illinois

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

12
Licensed Centers
3
Infant Care
$1,340/mo
Illinois avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Belleville listings updated May 2026 from official Illinois records.

Daycare in Belleville: what parents should know

Belleville has 12 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Infant Care the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Illinois license at indexing time, sourced from Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 3 centers in Belleville report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 2 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.

Licensed care in Belleville spans 4+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.

Combined, Belleville's licensed centers hold about 804 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Belleville childcare by the numbers

12
Licensed providers
804
Licensed child seats
4+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Belleville

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 Belleville 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
67 kids

All Belleville licensed centers

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Belleville, Illinois?
Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Belleville, 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 Belleville?
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 Belleville 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 Belleville typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Belleville?
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 Belleville 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.

Where to get childcare help in Belleville

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Local CCR&R agency

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) via IDHS can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(877) 202-4453 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Belleville, Illinois are compiled from official Illinois Department of Children and Family Services — Day Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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