Illinois Child Care Information for Providers Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What Agency Is Responsible For Regulating Child Care?
  The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is responsible for enforcing these laws and creating regulations on its own. 877-746-0829 http://www.state.il.us/dcfs/contactUs.shtml
• How Do I Start A Child Care Business?
  The first step is to submit a completed application to DCFS. A complete application includes: 1) A completed, signed and dated application for either a; Day Care Home, Day Care Center or Group Day … more
• What Types Of Child Day Care Programs Does Illinois Regulate?
  There are three types of programs. Providers are categorized based on the number of children cared for and the location that the care is provided. If a family home is used as the location it must … more
• Are There Any Child Care Programs Exempt From Regulation In Illinois?
  Yes. If all children cared for are 3 years of age or older, and go to either an accredited educational or licensed non-profit religious organization for day care the care provider is exempt. … more
• What Fees Do I Have To Pay?
  Illinois does not charge a fee for applying for or receiving a child day care license.