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Licensed Daycare in New Boston, Illinois

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

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

New Boston listings updated May 2026 from official Illinois records.

Daycare in New Boston: what parents should know

Families in New Boston can choose from 4 licensed childcare providers, with Preschool 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 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

Together, licensed providers in New Boston report capacity for roughly 256 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

New Boston childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
256
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in New Boston

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 Boston 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
64 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in New Boston

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

All New Boston 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 Boston, Illinois?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in New Boston, 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 Boston?
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 Boston 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 Boston typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in New Boston?
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 Boston 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 Boston

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
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
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for New Boston, 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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