BLACKHAWK LEARNING CONNECTION

ROCKFORD, ILDay Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data

Capacity132

Est. price$779/mo

Contact information

Address421 BUCKBEE ST, ROCKFORD, IL, 61104

CityROCKFORD, IL 61104

CountyWINNEBAGO

Phone8159628853

Operating details

Capacity132

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

High0
Medium-High0
Medium25
Medium-Low0
Low0

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Location

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421 BUCKBEE ST, ROCKFORD, IL, 61104, ROCKFORD, IL 61104

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Questions to ask on a tour

Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.

Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/28/2026

High0
Medium-High0
Medium9
Medium-Low0
Low0

2026

Medium riskStandard 407704/28/2026
40770I
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 407704/28/2026
40770K5
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected

2025

Medium riskStandard 4072008/13/2025
407200P
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072008/13/2025
407200R
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072104/3/2025
407210F1
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072104/3/2025
407210F5
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072104/3/2025
407210F15
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072701/3/2025
407270A5
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected
Medium riskStandard 4072701/3/2025
407270C2
Actions: —; Status: In violation
Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations

2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$779/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Illinois run about $1,303/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Illinois by age group.

About this daycare

Location: ROCKFORD, WINNEBAGO County
Capacity: 132
Type: Day Care Center

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