City of Madison Accredited Child Care

City of Madison Child Care Support
At Wildflowers Learning Center, we are proud to be a City of Madison accredited program, which allows eligible families to access additional financial support for child care.
What is the City of Madison Child Care Division?
The City of Madison Child Care Division supports families and early childhood programs by promoting access to high-quality, affordable child care across the community.
Their work focuses on:
  • Expanding access to care for families
  • Supporting high-quality early learning programs
  • Providing financial assistance opportunities
  • Strengthening the early childhood system in Madison
What Support is Available?
Through the City of Madison, eligible families may receive child care tuition assistance to help offset the cost of care.
Key features include:
  • Financial assistance for families who qualify
  • Support available only at accredited programs (like ours)
  • Designed to complement programs like Wisconsin Shares
Who May Qualify?
Eligibility is based on several factors, including:
  • Household income
  • Family size
  • Residency within the City of Madison
  • Work, school, or training participation
Some families who do not qualify for Wisconsin Shares may still qualify for City of Madison assistance.
How to Apply
Families can apply directly through the City of Madison. The process typically includes:
  1. Completing an application
  2. Providing income and household documentation
  3. Verifying work, school, or training status