How Fees are Determined:

Fees for enrollment in Step By Step programs are based on a child's age and the number of days they are enrolled. Please e-mail or call us for more information on payment plans and the sibling discount.

View Your Account:

Brightwheel is an all-in-one platform that makes communication and coordination much easier. It helps save time for staff members, while giving parents a closer connection to their child. It’s free and takes only a few minutes to sign up. Instructions: 1) Download the brightwheel app from the Apple App Store or Google Play or visit www.mybrightwheel.com2) Create a new parent account3) Contact your center to receive your child's parent invite code Questions related to billing? Please contact the brightwheel team at support@mybrightwheel.com or visit www.mybrightwheel.com/support.

Pay Online

To pay your childcare fees by typing in your child's program. Specify your payment amount in the item box, click continue, and follow the steps on the screen.
Be sure to print your receipt. If you have any questions, please stop by your center office.
You do not need to notify the center when you have paid via our website as we will receive an e-mail notifying us of your payment. The amount paid will be credited to your account within 2 days.
Please pay only once, then check your email for confirmation.

Childcare Assistance

We do encourage ALL families to check the to see if they might be eligible for help paying for Child Care. DHS provides a sliding scale based on family income. This link will give you an estimate on how much childcare will cost you each month. Both parents must be working or attending school to qualify. If you think you might be eligible, please click on the link below for your county to request an application.
Click To See If You Qualify

Eligibility Calculator

Please Click this link to check your eligibility http://www.dhs.state.il.us/applications/ChildCareEligCalc/eligcalc.html
Assistance Information:
Click your county below to access the appropriate website
901 South Spring StreetSuite BSpringfield, IL 6207041-800-676-2805
510 Main Street, Suite 610WCU Building 6th FloorQuincy, IL 623011-800-782-7318
2133 Johnson RoadGranite City, IL 62040 1-800-467-9200