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Licensed Daycare in New Baden, Illinois

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

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

New Baden listings updated May 2026 from official Illinois records.

Daycare in New Baden: what parents should know

There are 4 licensed childcare providers on record in New Baden, with Montessori 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, 1 center in New Baden report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

In total, New Baden providers are approved for approximately 353 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

New Baden childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
353
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in New Baden

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 New Baden 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).

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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
88 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in New Baden

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

All New Baden licensed centers

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in New Baden, Illinois?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in New Baden, 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 New Baden?
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 New Baden 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 New Baden typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in New Baden?
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 New Baden 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 New Baden

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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 New Baden, 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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