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Licensed Daycare in Spalding, Michigan

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

3
Licensed Centers
3
Programs
$970/mo
Michigan avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Spalding listings updated May 2026 from official Michigan records.

Daycare in Spalding: what parents should know

Families in Spalding can choose from 3 licensed childcare providers, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 33% 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.

Together, licensed providers in Spalding report capacity for roughly 155 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Spalding childcare by the numbers

3
Licensed providers
155
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Spalding

ChildCare Aware reports the Michigan average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Spalding 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
51 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Spalding

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Spalding, Michigan?
Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Spalding, 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 Spalding?
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 Spalding 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 Spalding typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Spalding?
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 Spalding 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 Spalding

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

(866) 990-3227 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Spalding, 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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