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Licensed Daycare in Sears, Michigan

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

4
Licensed Centers
1
Preschool
$970/mo
Michigan avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Sears listings updated May 2026 from official Michigan records.

Daycare in Sears: what parents should know

Sears has 4 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Preschool the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Michigan license at indexing time, sourced from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.

Combined, Sears's licensed centers hold about 147 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Sears childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
147
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Sears

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Sears 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. Michigan families may also qualify for Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227).

Full Michigan licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:4
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
36 kids

ZIP codes covered

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Sears, Michigan?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Sears, Michigan, sourced from Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child 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 Sears?
Statewide averages in Michigan run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Sears daycares?
All licensed Michigan centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Sears typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Sears?
Michigan families can apply for Child Development and Care (CDC) Program (intake: (866) 990-3227). 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 Sears daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Sears

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 Development and Care (CDC) Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(866) 990-3227 · How to apply
Quality ratings

Check NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.

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Verify a license

Confirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child Care Licensing.

Official license search

How this data is sourced. Listings for Sears, Michigan are compiled from official Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — Child 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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