Illinois department of children and family services licensed facilities in Peoria, Illinois

Methodist Family Child Care Center provides full-day quality early care and education for children from 6 weeks old through kindergarten. Located in Peoria, Illinois, our center has earned the Silver Circle of Quality recognition for exceeding basic quality standards in three key areas. We are licensed through the Department of Child and Family Services and can accommodate up to 160 children at a time. Our experienced and caring teachers and staff are dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for all children. Conveniently located just across I-74 from the hospital in the Carle East building, we welcome both Carle Health employees and members of the community to utilize our facility.

Westminster Infant Care Center (WICC) is a non-profit organization located at 1420 West Moss Avenue in Peoria, Illinois. Established in 1973, WICC provides high-quality child care services for children aged six weeks to two years 11 months. The center was founded to support mothers completing their high school education or equivalent, and continues to fulfill this mission today. WICC is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and operates independently with a dedicated board of directors. The center relies on a variety of funding sources, including state reimbursement, church support, grants, donations, and fundraisers. The staff at WICC are committed professionals who meet DCFS licensing requirements and undergo extensive background checks and training.