Licensed Daycare in Whittier, Alaska
Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.
Childcare costs in Whittier
ChildCare Aware reports the Alaska average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $920/month for preschool. City-level prices in Whittier vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Alaska families may also qualify for Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (888) 268-4632).
Full Alaska licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 47 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Whittier
All Whittier licensed centers
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Whittier
Sitka Generations Daycare #27
Whittier
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Search 2 Licensed Centers in Whittier
Free, no signup, verified directly with Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office.